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Rajkummar Rao set to replace Aamir Khan in Ujjwal Nikam biopic: Report

Rajkummar Rao set to replace Aamir Khan in Ujjwal Nikam biopic: Report

India Today21-04-2025
Actor Rajkummar Rao is in discussion to replace Aamir Khan in the upcoming biopic based on the life of Ujjwal Nikam, one of India's most well-known public prosecutors. Aamir was earlier in talks to play the man himself but now, he will be co-producing the film alongside 'Munjya' and 'Stree' producer, Dinesh Vijan.A source close to the actor told Mid-Day, 'Dinesh is keen on having Rajkummar play Nikam. He brings the right intensity and range to the role. Preliminary talks have been positive.'advertisementThe filming of Ujjwal Nikam's biopic is set to begin soon, although no date has been disclosed yet. The film's team is reworking the script to suit Rajkummar's style. The tone of the film will now be more grounded and realistic, with a focus on courtroom drama and political undertones.
Rajkummar is currently working on a Vikramaditya Motwane project, in which he will be playing a sportsman. The source also stated, 'Raj is immersed in prep for Vikramaditya Motwane's next, which is a physically and emotionally demanding script since he plays a sportsman. The dates will need to be worked out.'The biopic will delve into Ujjwal Nikam's career and his role in significant legal cases. He is a well-known name, famous for his sharp courtroom presence and legal expertise. These include the 1993 Bombay Blasts, the 2008 Mumbai attacks, the Gulshan Kumar murder case, and high-profile rape and murder trials. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2016 for his contributions to the Indian judiciary.Must Watch
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