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Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic: Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani to Reunite Again
Updated on: 15 May, 2025 03:32 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani
Eleven years after their last blockbuster, the dynamic duo of superstar Aamir Khan and acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani are joining forces once again. This time, they`re set to bring the untold story of Dadasaheb Phalke, the revered "Father of Indian Cinema", to the silver screen. It`s a fitting tribute, considering the Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India`s highest cinematic honour, yet Phalke`s own monumental journey has surprisingly never been a central theme in Hindi cinema.
According to a statement from Aamir Khan’s team, the actor is fully committed to this challenging role. “He will start preparing for his part soon after the release of Sitaare Zameen Par." The pre-production is already in full swing, with cutting-edge technology playing a part. "VFX studios from LA have already created AI designs for the era and period of the film,” the statement revealed.
The dedication to authenticity is further highlighted by the meticulous script development. “Rajkumar Hirani with Abhijat Joshi and two other writers, Hindukush Bharadwaj and Avishkar Bharadwaj, have been working on this script for the last 4 years." Crucially, the project has received the blessing and support of Dadasaheb Phalke’s grandson, Chandrashekhar Srikrishna Pusalkar, who “has been supportive of the project and has provided major anecdotes from Dadasaheb Phalke’s life.”
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It’s surprising that no one in Hindi cinema has yet told us the story of cinema in cinema. Dadasaheb Phalke`s story is something that the nation needs to see on the screen. Set against the backdrop of the independence struggle, the story unfolds an extraordinary journey of an artist who, from scratch, against all odds, goes on to give birth to the largest indigenous film industry in the world. Given the track record of Hirani and Khan, this biopic is undoubtedly set to become one of the most anticipated films in recent memory.
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A Historic Collaboration Reignited
After delivering unforgettable hits like 3 Idiots (2009) and PK (2014), the Aamir Khan-Rajkumar Hirani partnership is one of Bollywood`s most anticipated. Their upcoming biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke is poised to be a monumental project. The film will be set against the dramatic backdrop of India’s independence struggle, promising a rich historical context. Shooting is scheduled to commence in October 2025. Audiences will witness the remarkable journey of the producer-director from his initial struggles to laying the foundation for what would become the world`s largest indigenous film industry.According to a statement from Aamir Khan’s team, the actor is fully committed to this challenging role. “He will start preparing for his part soon after the release of Sitaare Zameen Par." The pre-production is already in full swing, with cutting-edge technology playing a part. "VFX studios from LA have already created AI designs for the era and period of the film,” the statement revealed.
The dedication to authenticity is further highlighted by the meticulous script development. “Rajkumar Hirani with Abhijat Joshi and two other writers, Hindukush Bharadwaj and Avishkar Bharadwaj, have been working on this script for the last 4 years." Crucially, the project has received the blessing and support of Dadasaheb Phalke’s grandson, Chandrashekhar Srikrishna Pusalkar, who “has been supportive of the project and has provided major anecdotes from Dadasaheb Phalke’s life.”
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The Pioneer: Who was Dadasaheb Phalke?
Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, popularly known as Dadasaheb Phalke, was the visionary who directed India’s first full-length feature film, Raja Harishchandra, in 1913. He established the Phalke Films Company in 1912. For his debut feature, Phalke not only wrote, directed, and produced but also saw his wife, Saraswati, contribute to costume design and catering, while his eldest son, Bhalchandra, played an important role. Over a career spanning nearly two decades, Dadasaheb Phalke reportedly made 27 short films and over 90 full-length movies, including notable works like Lanka Dahan, Shri Krishna Janma, and Satyavan Savitri.It’s surprising that no one in Hindi cinema has yet told us the story of cinema in cinema. Dadasaheb Phalke`s story is something that the nation needs to see on the screen. Set against the backdrop of the independence struggle, the story unfolds an extraordinary journey of an artist who, from scratch, against all odds, goes on to give birth to the largest indigenous film industry in the world. Given the track record of Hirani and Khan, this biopic is undoubtedly set to become one of the most anticipated films in recent memory.
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