V. Shantaram First Look:Siddhant Chaturvedi to portray legendary filmmaker in his biopic

Celebrating the legacy of one of Indian cinema's greatest pioneers, a biopic on the legendary filmmaker V. Shantaram has been officially announced. In an exciting development, actor Siddhant Chaturvedi has been confirmed to portray the titular role in the biographical drama titled V. Shantaram. The makers have unveiled the first look poster, showcasing Siddhant in a never-seen-before avatar, effectively transporting the audience back to the golden age of Indian cinema.

The first look poster introduces Siddhant Chaturvedi as The Rebel of Indian Cinema. Dressed in a classic suit and the signature white Gandhi topi, the actor looks intense and authoritative as he stands next to a vintage motion picture camera. The visual captures the essence of a visionary who was always ahead of his time. The background hints at the grandeur of the sets from the bygone era, featuring a massive eagle structure, likely referencing one of Shantaram’s magnum opuses. This role marks a significant shift for Siddhant, who is known for his modern, urban characters, proving his versatility as he steps into the shoes of a cinematic titan.

BIOPIC ON ICONIC FILMMAKER V SHANTARAM ANNOUNCED: SIDDHANT CHATURVEDI TO PORTRAY TITLE ROLE... #SiddhantChaturvedi is all set to bring the pioneering actor-filmmaker V Shantaram's extraordinary life to the big screen in the biographical drama titled #VShantaram.

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Written and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande, the film promises to be more than just a biography; it is a documentation of Indian cinema's history. The narrative will chronicle V. Shantaram's illustrious journey, spanning from the silent era to the revolutionary arrival of sound, and eventually to the vibrant age of colour cinema. V. Shantaram was known for classics like Do Aankhen Barah Haath, Navrang, and Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje, and the film is expected to delve into the making of these masterpieces and the man behind the lens who used cinema as a tool for social change.

To ensure the film does justice to the legacy of the filmmaker, a top-tier technical crew has been assembled. The visual grandeur will be captured by ace cinematographer Ravi Varman (ASC, ISC), while the editing will be handled by the legendary Sreekar Prasad. The period costumes are designed by Nachiket Barve. The project holds immense sentimental value as it is produced by Rahul Kiran Shantaram, the grandson of the legend, alongside Subhash Kale and Sarita Ashwin Varde. Presented by Rajkamal Entertainment, V. Shantaram is poised to be a landmark film for 2026.

With a powerful tagline The Rebel of Indian Cinema, the film is set to explore the grit and passion of a man who built an empire from scratch. For Siddhant Chaturvedi, this is undoubtedly the most challenging project of his career. As the poster makes waves on social media, the industry is eagerly waiting to see how the young star brings the gravitas of V. Shantaram to life on the silver screen.