Fashion maestro and film costume designer Manish Malhotra is about to embark on a new journey as a director. His first film will be a biopic on the legendary actress Meena Kumari. The beautiful and talented Kriti Sanon has been chosen to play the role of Meena Kumari in this exciting project. The film will be produced by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series, providing strong backing to this creative endeavor.
According to a report, Manish Malhotra has always dreamt of recreating the magic of Meena Kumari. With his unique vision as a director, he aims to honor the iconic actress and tell her incredible story through the medium of cinema. The biopic is currently in the stage of writing the script, as mentioned in the report. Meena Kumari, famous for her timeless performances and heartfelt portrayals, remains a beloved figure in Indian cinema. This film seeks to pay tribute to her significant impact on the industry and her enduring charm that continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
Over a span of 33 years, Meena Kumari had a successful career in the film industry, starting as a child actress and eventually transitioning into adult roles. She appeared in more than 90 films throughout her life. Unfortunately, she passed away at the young age of 38 due to cirrhosis of the liver, which was linked to her struggles with alcoholism. Meena Kumari’s acting journey began at the tender age of four, primarily working in Vijay Bhatt productions such as Leather Face (1939), Adhuri Kahani (1939), Pooja” (1940), and Ek Hi Bhool (1940). During the filming of Ek Hi Bhool (1940), Vijay Bhatt renamed her “Baby Meena.” Later, she adopted the name Meena Kumari for her role in Ramnik Production’s Bachchon Ka Khel (1946).
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In recent years, Kriti Sanon has gained immense popularity among filmmakers and has become a favored choice. The actress has showcased her versatility through movies like Mimi’, ‘Bhediya’, ‘Lukka Chuppi’ and more. Meanwhile, back in 2021, there were reports that Manish Malhotra, the renowned fashion designer, would make his directorial debut with a musical set against the backdrop of the partition. His close friend and filmmaker Karan Johar was expected to produce the film. However, unfortunately, the project did not materialize, and now Malhotra is eagerly looking forward to directing the biopic on Meena Kumari.
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