Srikanth (film)
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| Directed by | Tushar Hiranandani |
| Written by | Jagdeep Siddhu Sumit Purohit |
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| Starring | Rajkummar Rao Jyothika Alaya F Sharad Kelkar |
| Cinematography | Pratham Mehta |
| Edited by | Debasmita Mitra Sanjay Sankla |
| Music by | Songs: Anand–Milind Tanishk Bagchi Sachet–Parampara Ved Sharma Aditya Dev Background Score: Ishaan Chhabra |
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| Distributed by | AA Films |
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Running time | 134 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Srikanth is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language biographical film on the life of Srikanth Bolla, a visually-impaired industrialist and the founder of Bollant Industries. It is directed by Tushar Hiranandani and stars Rajkummar Rao in the eponymous role with Jyothika, Alaya F and Sharad Kelkar.[2] Filming took place from November 2022 to January 2023. Initially set to release theatrically in September 2023,[3] Srikanth is now scheduled to release on 10 May 2024.[4]
Cast[edit]
- Rajkummar Rao as Srikanth Bolla
- Jyothika as Devika Malvade, Srikanth's mentor
- Alaya F as Veera Swathi
- Sharad Kelkar as Ravi Mantha
- Jameel Khan as A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
- Srinivas Beesetty as Damodar Bolla, Srikanth's father
- Anusha Nuthul as Venkatamma Bolla, Srikanth's mother
- Srikant Manna and Arnav Abdagire as young Srikanth Bolla
- Bharat Jadhav as Magistrate
- Sridhar Murthy as S N Venugopal
- Sukhita Aiyyar as Vidya Reddy
- Vinita Venugopal as Kavita Mantha
- Om Kanojiya as Mahesh
- Aarav Khot as Narendra Bolla
- Akshay Chaudhary as young Narendra Bolla
- Clarissa Saaiman as Kelly
- Siboniso Tadeus Mbatha as Edward
- Arnav Bansal as Vishnu
- Arun Malik as Convent school principal
- Saurav Joshi as a school teacher
- Vivek Mishra (special appearance)
- Hansal Mehta (special appearance)
Production[edit]
Development[edit]
The film was initially titled SRI, which was later changed to Srikanth.[5][6] The film's director Tushar revealed, the first film he wanted to make was the film on Srikanth Bolla, but couldn't do it as Srikanth Bolla being very busy with his work, couldn't find time to meet him. Then he approached Srikanth through his business partner Ravi Mantha. Ravi Mantha (played by Sharad Kelkar in the film, also the narrator) was also instrumental in getting Tushar the rights to make the film on Srikanth Bolla, who had initially given the rights to another Bollywood director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. Ravi met with Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, who readily gave the rights to Tushar as he was not ready to make the film at that time. [7] The trailer was released on 10 April, 2024. [8]
Filming[edit]
Principal photography commenced on November 2022.[9] Filming concluded in January 2023.[10] Jyothika made a comeback to Bollywood with the film. She had initially rejected her role, but later agreed to do the film after being convinced by her husband, Suriya. [11] To prepare for the role during filming, lead actor Rajkummar Rao wore special lens from morning till evening. [12] He also spent time with visually impaired individuals to get his act right. [13]
Soundtrack[edit]
The music of this film is composed by Anand–Milind, Aditya Dev and Sachet–Parampara while lyrics are written by Majrooh Sultanpuri, Anand-Milind, and others. "Papa Kehte Hain" From Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak is rendered by Aditya Dev originally sung by Udit Narayan with lyrics by Majrooh Sultanpuri.[14] "Papa Kehte Hain" was launched by Aamir Khan on 22 April 2024.[15]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Tu Mil Gaya" | Shloke Lal | Tanishk Bagchi | Jubin Nautiyal, Tulsi Kumar | 3:35 |
| 2. | "Papa Kehte Hain 2.0" | Majrooh Sultanpuri | Aditya Dev | Udit Narayan | 2:55 |
| 3. | "Tumhe Hi Apna Maana Hai" | Yogesh Dubey | Sachet–Parampara | Sachet–Parampara | 2:25 |
| 4. | "Jeena Sikha De" | Kunaal Vermaa | Ved Sharma | Arijit Singh | 2:35 |
References[edit]
- ^ "Upcoming biopic gets clean U certificate; Locks crisp runtime". 123telugu.com. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ^ "'Srikanth' trailer: Rajkummar Rao promises a hard-hitting performance in the biopic drama". The Hindu. 10 April 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "Rajkummar Rao's 'Sri' now titled 'Srikanth', gets a new release date". Yes Punjab News. 30 March 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "'Srikanth': Rajkummar Rao shares 1st look from biopic, to release on May 10". India Today. 5 April 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "Rajkummar Rao's SRI Is Now Titled Srikanth-Aa Raha Hai Sabki Aankhein Kholne". NFTV. 30 March 2024. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "Rajkummar Rao, Alaya F's SRI Titled As Srikanth; Film To Release On May 10". Freepress Journal. 30 March 2024. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "Director Tushar Hiranandani: I wanted to make 'Srikanth' as 'Srikanth' as my first film - Exclusive". 21 November 2022.
- ^ "'Srikanth' trailer: Rajkummar Rao promises a hard-hitting performance in the biopic drama". The Hindu. 10 April 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "Rajkummar Rao-Alaya F starrer Srikanth Bholla biopic goes on floors". Bollywood Hungama. 21 November 2022. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "It's a wrap for Jyotika and Rajkummar Rao starring Sri". Bollywood Hungama. 30 January 2023. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "Did you know Jyotika initially rejected Rajkumar Rao's 'Srikanth'? Here's who convinced her!".
- ^ "Sharad Kelkar and Jyothika thought Rajkummar Rao was rude: Tushar Hiranandani - Exclusive".
- ^ "Rajkummar Rao EXCLUSIVE on being Srikanth Bolla: I wasn't sure, I pushed myself for this challenging role".
- ^ "'Papa Kehte Hain' from Rajkummar Rao's 'Srikanth' will tug at your heartstrings". India Today. 23 April 2024. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
- ^ "Aamir Khan Gets Emotional at 'Papa Kehte Hain' Song Launch; Rajkummar Rao Has Best Reaction". News18. 22 April 2024. Retrieved 30 April 2024.
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