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News18
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Aamir Khan To Begin Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic With Rajkumar Hirani: Report
Last Updated: Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani are teaming up for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema. Aamir will play the lead. Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani are all set to work together again, and this time, it's for a special project. They are shooting a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the man known as the father of Indian cinema. According to reports, Aamir will be playing the lead role in the film, which will be directed by Hirani. This marks the third time the actor and director are teaming up. Their earlier films, 3 Idiots and PK, were big hits and loved for their mix of fun, emotions, and meaningful stories. The life of Dadasaheb Phalke is an important chapter in Indian film history. He made Raja Harishchandra, India's first full-length feature film, back in 1913. Telling his story on the big screen will be a big moment for Indian cinema. In a recent interview, Aamir responded when asked if humour would also find its place in the Phalke biopic. He said, 'I think Raju and Abhijat (Joshi, writer) have a special leaning towards comedy — and so do I. All three of us really like humour, and I think that's the genre Raju enjoys most: drama with humour. So this will probably fall into the same space." Filming for the much-anticipated Dadasaheb Phalke biopic is expected to kick off in October 2025. Aamir Khan will begin prepping for the role shortly after the release of his current film, Sitaare Zameen Par. According to reports, the team is leaving no stone unturned to ensure authenticity. FX studios in Los Angeles have already created AI-powered visual references to help recreate the time period of the story. Interestingly, the script has been in the works for over four years. It's being shaped by a talented writing team, including Rajkumar Hirani himself, along with Abhijat Joshi, Hindukush Bharadwaj, and Avishkar Bharadwaj. Meanwhile, Sitaare Zameen Par is a sports comedy drama film produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit. Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra and Simran Mangeshkar will make their Hindi cinema debut with the film. The film also boasts a strong supporting cast with seasoned performers like Dolly Ahluwalia, Gurpal Singh, Brijendra Kala, and Ankita Sehgal. The story centres on Gulshan, a former star basketball coach portrayed by Aamir Khan, who is ordered to coach a group of neurodivergent children as part of his community service following a DUI offence. What starts off as a begrudging assignment soon evolves into a life-changing experience for both him and the team. Genelia Deshmukh plays Sunita, Gulshan's supportive wife. First Published:
Pink Villa
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Day 13: Aamir Khan's dramedy adds Rs 3 crore to tally on 2nd Wednesday, as prices return to normal levels
Sitaare Zameen Par, directed by RS Prasanna and starring Aamir Khan, Genelia Deshmukh and others, added Rs 3 crore to its tally on day 13 at the India box office. The numbers are close to 20 percent down from yesterday but that is because there was an offer on Tuesday where tickets were priced at Rs 149 or under, while there is no offer today (Wednesday), meaning ticket prices were back to normal weekday levels. With Rs 3 crore, the total collections of Sitaare Zameen Par stand at around Rs 130 crore net. The Day Wise India Net Collections Of Sitaare Zameen Par Are As Under Particulars India Net Collection Week 1 Rs 87.50 crore 2nd Friday Rs 6.50 crore 2nd Saturday Rs 12.25 crore 2nd Sunday Rs 13.75 crore 2nd Monday Rs 3.50 crore 2nd Tuesday Rs 3.50 crore 2nd Wednesday Rs 3 crore Total Rs 130 crore net in 13 days Sitaare Zameen Par Looks To End Week 2 Netting Rs 132.50 Crore Sitaare Zameen Par shall add another Rs 2.75 crore or so, to end week 2 with a cumulative net of Rs 132.75 crore. Week 3 shall see the movie face some stiff competition from Jurassic World: Rebirth and Metro... In Dino. If the movie manages to remain at Thursday levels on Friday, it will be seen as a good result, and give the movie the ability to remain strong for another couple of weeks. It is the hold on Friday that will help determine whether the Aamir Khan led dramedy will end in the Rs 160 crore vicinity or go on and clip the Rs 170 crore net mark. As we speak, theatre bookings for week 3 are underway. What's Next For Aamir Khan After Sitaare Zameen Par? After Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan gears up for a couple of very anticipated flicks. His next movie is the Dadasaheb Phalke biopic directed by Rajkumar Hirani and that will be followed up with a superhero flick with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Sitaare Zameen Par plays in theatres now. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates on Sitaare Zameen Par and Aamir Khan.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aamir Khan honoured to portray Dadasaheb Phalke with Rajkumar Hirani in biopic: 'Phalke is a huge challenge'
Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani are teaming up for a Dadasaheb Phalke biopic, filming in late 2025. The film will blend drama and comedy, reflecting their signature style. Meanwhile, 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is nearing Rs 100 crore, solidifying its box office success. Earlier this year, news broke that Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani would join forces once again after their blockbuster hits '3 Idiots' and 'PK'. They soon confirmed their collaboration, revealing the project as a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke , set to release at Christmas 2026. Since then, excitement has been building around the film. During an interview celebrating Sitaare Zameen Par's success, Aamir Khan shared insights about reuniting with Hirani. A Significant and Challenging Project In an interview with Pinkvilla, Aamir revealed that filming for the biopic will commence in the final quarter of 2025, with preparations already underway. He described the project as a significant undertaking, stating, 'I think, Phalke is a huge challenge. Again, it's not a regular mainstream film loaded with action and set pieces. It is the story of a man, who did things that no one could even imagine back in the day. He was way ahead, he was an adventurer, he was a person who was full of life, and excitement about something he wanted to do. It is one man's journey on an adventure, which even he does not know about. It will be a great honour for Raju and me to make a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke.' Blending Drama with Comedy All of Aamir and Hirani's collaborations, including '3 Idiots' and 'PK', have been known for their strong comedic elements. When discussing whether the biopic 'Phalke' would also incorporate humor, Aamir explained that both he and the writer Abhijat Joshi share a special inclination towards comedy, as does Hirani. He mentioned that the three of them enjoy working within the genre that blends drama with humor, and this upcoming film will likely follow the same approach. 'Sitaare Zameen Par' Nears Rs 100 Crore Milestone 'Sitaare Zameen Par' is quickly approaching the Rs 100 crore milestone within just nine days of its release, establishing itself as a box office hit. Directed by RS Prassana, the film is expected to achieve a clean hit status once it surpasses Rs 150 crore in India, likely during its third weekend.
India Today
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Aamir Khan confirms superhero film with director Lokesh Kanagaraj. Details
Aamir Khan recently teamed up with Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a superhero film. The actor confirmed the development during a recent interview amid the promotion of his upcoming film, 'Sitare Zameen Par'.The actor confirmed the news during a recent media interaction and said, 'Lokesh and I are doing a film together. It's a superhero film, a big-scale action outing.' Aamir went on to mention that he has already signed the movie, and it will go on the floors somewhere in the second half of 2026. 'The film will begin in the second half of 2026. We have both signed it. I cannot reveal anything further,' he diving into the superhero project, both Aamir Khan and Lokesh Kanagaraj will complete their current commitments. While the filmmaker is set to begin work on 'Kaithi 2' with Karthi after the release of his upcoming film 'Coolie', Aamir will focus on completing the 'Dadasaheb Phalke' biopic, directed by Rajkumar Hirani. Meanwhile, Aamir will also make a special appearance in Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Coolie', which has already been shot. The film starring Rajinikanth will release in theatres on August Watch
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Aamir Khan teaming up with Lokesh Kanagaraj for a film
Mumbai, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is teaming up with acclaimed Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a superhero film. The actor, who is awaiting the release of 'Sitaare Zameen Par' on June 20, confirmed the news in a media interaction. 'Lokesh and I are working on a film, it is a superhero film. It is a big-scale action film and it will start next year, second half,' Aamir told PTI in a group interview. Kanagaraj is a prominent director in Tamil cinema, known for his action-packed and commercially successful films like Kamal Haasan-starrer 'Vikram', 'Leo' and "Master" with Vijay, and 'Kaithi' starring Karthi. Aamir dismissed reports about a possible sequel to his 2014 comedy drama 'PK'. Instead, he said he is reuniting with "PK" director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema. ''PK 2' is a rumour. I'm doing Dadasaheb Phalke biopic, Raju and I are working on it,' he said. Aamir said his most ambitious project is "Mahabharata" but he would not reveal any details until he has the basic foundation ready. ''Mahabharata' has been my dream for the last 25 years. It is not a film. When you are making 'Mahabharata', you are not making a film, you're surrendering. I'm trying, but I don't know if I'll be able to fulfil my dream. Till the time I don't make a basic foundation for it, I won't be able to answer . I don't have the right information right now. All I know is I'm going to start work on it,' the actor said. Asked about the movies from his filmography that have the potential for a sequel, Aamir named 'Dil Chahta Hai' and '3 Idiots' . "A sequel can be made to '3 Idiots' with those three characters , who can meet later . Also, a sequel can be made to 'Dil Chahta Hai', and 'Sarfarosh'. "Like, in 'Dil Chahta Hai' we can explore the mid-life crisis of the three boys , and they all are seeking therapy. So, it will be an interesting thing, you know, for the three of them,' he said.
