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India Today
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Vikrant Massey begins shoot in Colombo for Sri Sri Ravi Shankar biopic White: Report
Vikrant Massey has officially begun preparing for his role in 'White', a biopic based on the life of renowned spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. To understand the role more closely, the '12th Fail' actor met the spiritual guru in person. According to sources, Massey is now headed for a month-long shooting schedule in Colombo to film some of the most important moments in the guru's source close to the development told News18, 'For the biopic on Sri Sri Ravishankar, titled 'White', Vikrant Massey will be in Colombo for a month-long schedule packed with intense scenes and key moments in the spiritual leader's journey. The team has been meticulously preparing for this phase, and Vikrant Massey has been deeply immersed in research and preparation to do justice to the character."Sharing pictures from his meeting with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Vikrant expressed his gratitude and nervous excitement in an emotional note. 'Deeply humbled and gushed with gratitude to bring my MASTER @gurudev SRI SRI RAVI SHANKAR JI's story to life. I can only attempt to step into your magnanimous shoes GURUDEV. Though futile, I must try,' he wrote. He added, 'Rarely does Mother Earth get a glimpse of selfless souls like you. To my beloved well-wishers, I am very nervous. I'd need you every step of the way. 'White' only in cinemas.' Directed by Montoo Bassi, 'White' aims to shed light on a remarkable chapter of global peace, the end of Colombia's 52-year civil war, where Sri Sri Ravi Shankar played a crucial role in facilitating peace efforts. The film will feature an international cast and promises to showcase an inspiring tale of compassion, resilience, and diplomacy. The official release date is yet to be Vikrant Maaey was last seen in 'Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan', which marked the debut of Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of Maheep and Sanjay Kapoor. While he was earlier attached to 'Don 3' alongside Ranveer Singh, recent reports confirmed that he exited the project due to creative differences, and the makers are now in search for his replacement.- EndsTrending Reel
News18
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vikrant Massey To Begin Shoot For Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Biopic ‘White' Next Week
Last Updated: Vikrant Massey is all set to portray global spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in 'White'. The majority of filming set to take place in Colombo. Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey is preparing for one of his most demanding roles yet: depicting global spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in the biopic 'White'. According to recent updates, he will commence filming next week, with the majority of the shoot taking place in Colombo. According to recent reports, a close independent industry source shares that Vikrant Massey will fly out next week to start filming 'White,' in which he will play Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The film, largely shot in Colombo, will feature key technicians and experts from Narcos, and is being produced on a massive scale. 'Vikrant Massey is set to fly out next week to begin shooting for his next project, White, where he steps into the role of Shri Shri Ravi Shankar. The film is being mounted on a mega scale and will be shot predominantly in Colombo, nearly 90% of it, with key technicians and experts who've previously worked on Narcos," said the source. Siddharth Anand's Marflix Pictures, Mahaveer Jain Films, and Peacecraft Pictures are producing the movie. 'White' will highlight important aspects of the spiritual leader's life, including his teachings on peace and global harmony, humanitarian efforts, and conflict resolution. The production also brings on board an international crew to elevate the storytelling, further raising expectations. Vikrant Massey, known for his layered and emotionally grounded performances, is already deep in prep mode. The actor has reportedly begun intensive reading sessions and workshops with the writing and direction team to embody the role of Shri Shri Ravi Shankar with nuance and authenticity. Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey was recently seen in the film 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan', a romantic drama based on a Ruskin Bond story. The film marks the debut of Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor's daughter Shanaya Kapoor, who stars opposite Vikrant. Directed by Santosh Singh, the movie released in theatres last week, on July 11. A few days ago, Vikrant hit the headlines after it was reported that the actor walked out of Don 3. He was set to play the main antagonist opposite Ranveer Singh in the film. A report by Bollywood Hungama stated that the film's production team is now seeking a replacement for the role. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vikrant Massey to play the role of spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in ‘White'; Shoot to begin next week
Vikrant Massey , the man whose versatility has helped him carve a niche in the industry, continues to push the envelope with each project. After portraying several layered characters in his career span, Vikrant is now set to take on another challenging role — portraying global spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in the upcoming biopic 'White.' Vikran Massey to play Sri Sri Ravi Shankar An independent source has exclusively shared with ETimes that 'Vikrant Massey is set to fly out next week to begin shooting for his next project, White, where he steps into the role of Shri Shri Ravi Shankar.' 'The film is being mounted on a mega scale and will be shot predominantly in Colombo, nearly 90% of it, with key technicians and experts who've previously worked on Narcos,' the source added. 'White' - Biopic on Sri Sri Ravi Shankar 'White' is said to chronicle significant milestones from the spiritual leader's life. From his teachings on peace and global harmony to his efforts in humanitarian work and conflict resolution, the film aims to present a nuanced and inspiring narrative. The production also brings on board an international crew to elevate the storytelling, further raising expectations. This marks a significant moment in Vikrant's career, not just because of the scale of the project, but also due to the responsibility of portraying such an iconic and respected figure. Earlier, the actor has brought real characters to the reel and has done a commendable job at the same time. Thus, this announcement has got the fans excited. In addition to 'White,' Vikrant Massey's upcoming slate includes several other yet-to-be-announced projects that continue to showcase his versatility and growing clout as a leading actor.
News18
17-07-2025
- General
- News18
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Explains Who Is A True Guru
This Guru Purnima, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar explains the true meaning of a guru and how to recognise one.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Daunting task to play Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Vikrant Massey on 'White'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actor Vikrant Massey says he is nervous about playing the role of spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in an upcoming biopic, tentatively titled "White". The "12th Fail" star said it is a tragedy that people don't know his contribution towards peace and the film will focus on that chapter in his life. "To play Gurudev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is a daunting task. I'm very nervous, and that chapter in his life is so phenomenal, but it's also a tragedy that a lot of people don't know about his contributions, not just to the art of living but through philanthropy. "His peace methods, how he's impacted the world on a larger scale, to tell that chapter of his life is daunting, to play him, he's a living legend. I'm very nervous, but I'll give it a try. I hope I'm able to pull it off," Massey told PTI in an interview. As per media reports, the movie will be helmed by Siddharth Anand and will go on floors in August. Massey is also thrilled about collaborating with filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani on his upcoming home production OTT series. The show, reportedly a cybercrime drama, also stars Arshad Warsi. "I owe him a lot; not a lot of people know that I got '12th Fail' because of him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เปรียบเทียบสเปรด: ระหว่าง Bitcoin และ Ethereum CFDs IC Markets อ่านเพิ่มเติม Undo He was the one who recommended my name to Vinod sir (Vidhu Vinod Chopra, director of '12th Fail') and he said, 'You should meet this guy, he's the right fit for Manoj Kumar Sharma'. So, I owe him a lot," Massey said. "He is a genius at work. Though he was not directing, I was privy to those narrations during those reading sessions with him on set, his advice, and a lot of what I am as an actor or how I manoeuvre myself within the fraternity, is because of him. I've learned a lot," the actor added. Massey's latest work is the recently released film, "Aankhon ki Gustaakhiyan", which marks the acting debut of Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor. PTI
