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New Delhi:

After months of hypothesis, it was introduced on Friday {that a} movie depicting the lifetime of legendary actor Madhubala is within the works. Filmmaker Jasmeet Ok Reen, famend for steering the acclaimed movie Darlings, starring Alia Bhatt and Vijay Varma will helm the mission. The producers, Sony Pictures International Productions and Brewing Thoughts Pvt. Ltd, made the announcement, with co-production by Madhubala’s sisters Madhur Brij Bhushan and Arvind Kumar Malviya below the banner Madhubala Ventures. Captioning the put up on Instagram, the makers wrote, “Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming film honouring the legendary Madhubala, the epitome of grace and talent. Get ready to delve into the timeless charm and captivating story of one of Bollywood’s most iconic stars. Stay tuned for updates! #MadhubalaFilm #BollywoodLegend #ComingSoon.”

This announcement follows stories that designer Manish Malhotra was additionally growing a movie on Madhubala, with Kriti Sanon rumoured to be the lead. In October 2022, Madhubala’s sister Madhur Brij Bhushan firmly denied the existence of another movie mission, stating that there can be “only one” Madhubala biopic, backed by her and her crew. “The idea is to not hurt anyone’s sentiments (through the said biopic) but we will showcase several unknown facets of Madhu Apa’s life which aren’t out in public. The film shall also put a number of misnomers/inaccuracies about her life to rest. Makers of Apa’s biopic backed by me will have all the creative freedom to put out her life in a truthful and honest manner,” Bhushan instructed Pinkvilla.

During her two-decade-long profession, Madhubala featured in roughly 60 motion pictures and was reputed as one of many highest-earning actresses of her time. Dubbed the Venus of Indian Cinema, Madhubala was celebrated for her magnificence and performances in movies like Mr and Mrs 55, Half Ticket, Mughal-e-Azam, Mahal, and Badal, amongst others. Casting particulars for the Madhubala biopic are but to be introduced, however the movie is anticipated to start manufacturing this summer time.