Siddhant Chaturvedi to play filmmaker V Shantaram in upcoming biopic

Entertainment Nov 11, 2025

Siddhant Chaturvedi has been cast as legendary filmmaker V Shantaram in an upcoming biopic produced by Shantaram's son, Kiran Shantaram.
The movie will follow the director's journey from silent films through his decades-long career, with Fardeen Khan also joining the cast in a key role.

Film will chronicle Shantaram's journey and impact on cinema

V Shantaram was a true pioneer—he introduced sound and color to Indian cinema, directed classics like Do Aankhen Barah Haath, and shaped the industry for over six decades.
The film promises to explore both his creative legacy and personal life, aiming to bring his inspiring story to a new generation.
As one team member put it, "V. Shantaram's life and legacy are a treasure trove of inspiration."