Kiara Advani to play Madhubala in Bhansali-produced biopic?
What's the story
Conflicting reports have surfaced about the upcoming biopic of legendary actor Madhubala. On Saturday, Variety India reported that the film will be headlined by Kiara Advani and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The project had earlier been stalled due to budgetary constraints, but will reportedly go on floors by the end of this year under director Jasmeet K Reen. However, another source has dismissed these claims.
Uncertainty
'No truth to the reports'
Another report by Hindustan Times states that Advani is not attached to the project. A source told the outlet, "There is absolutely no truth to the reports currently circulating about Kiara Advani being cast in a Madhubala biopic produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali." "The claims are completely baseless and speculative."
Film details
What the initial report said
According to Variety India, the untitled film will showcase the life and legacy of Madhubala, one of Indian cinema's greatest actors. It will delve into her iconic career, personal struggles, relationships with Dilip Kumar and Kishore Kumar, and her tragic death at 36. The casting for the roles of Kumar and Kishore is reportedly underway.
Casting news
Advani was last seen in 'War 2'
If the film indeed happens, it would be a dream come true for the actor, who has always wanted to play the role. Notably, she was earlier also in talks for a film on actor Meena Kumari. She was last seen in War 2 and will next feature in Toxic. Meanwhile, Bhansali is currently busy with his period romance Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt.