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4 days ago
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Why Dhanush Was Chosen For APJ Abdul Kalam Biopic, Reveals Director
Chennai: Stating that Dhanush was the "perfect fit" to play Kalam, filmmaker Om Raut has now thanked the actor for choosing to be an integral part of his upcoming film, Kalam: The Missile Man of India. Currently at Cannes 2025, filmmaker Om Raut announced his next directorial venture, a monumental biopic on India's most dearly loved President, Dr A P J Abdul Kalam. The film's title was unveiled at the prestigious film festival, where Raut also delved into the much-anticipated project and shared insights on casting Dhanush in the lead role. Speaking about the film, Raut said, 'The teachings of Dr. Kalam are instilled in every youth. I read his book 'Wings of Fire' when I was in college, and I can say that everything I am doing today, and everything I aspire to be, is inspired by the teachings in that book. It changed my perspective on life and that is exactly why I am standing here today.' He continued, 'I've always been deeply inspired by Dr. Kalam's journey. From what I've observed, his life was anchored in three key aspects. The first is education. He was a great teacher who placed immense value on quality learning. Second is innovation, particularly indigenous innovation. He encouraged us to develop within our country. And the third is resilience. The willpower to stay committed to our purpose. I always wanted to make a film based on these principles. By God's grace, producer Abhishek Agarwal approached me with the same idea. When he asked if I'd be interested, I told him I was already working on something similar. He flew from Hyderabad to Mumbai, and we discussed it in detail. Eventually, T-Series and Bhushan Kumar, with whom I've worked on two previous films, came on board for this as well. This marks our third collaboration, and we're moving ahead with full force.' Explaining the decision to cast Dhanush, Raut said, 'When portraying Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, it's essential to capture not just his achievements, but also his spiritual journey and teachings. That's the most challenging part of a biopic like this. And I don't think there could have been a better choice than Dhanush to bring this spiritual and intellectual depth to life on screen. He is the perfect fit, and on behalf of my entire team, I thank him for choosing to be a part of this important project.' Known for directing acclaimed films like Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, Lokmanya, and others, Om Raut steps into the director's chair for Kalam: The Missile Man of India. The film is headlined by Dhanush and produced by Abhishek Agarwal, the driving force behind The Kashmir Files and Parmanu. The screenplay is written by Saiwyn Quadras, known for his work on impactful biopics like Neerja and Maidaan. With anticipation running high, Kalam: The Missile Man of India promises to delve deep into the life of Dr. Kalam from his humble beginnings in Rameswaram to Rashtrapati Bhavan, as a celebrated aerospace scientist, visionary, teacher, and ultimately, the people's president. Widely known as the Missile Man of India, his legacy, immortalized through Wings of Fire, continues to inspire generations. More than just a film, this project is positioned as a powerful exploration of leadership, nation-building, and integrity a cinematic tribute to a man who shaped the dreams of a nation.
Hans India
4 days ago
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- Hans India
Om Raut on casting Dhanush in Kalam: 'I don't think there could have been a better choice than him'
Chennai: Stating that Dhanush was the "perfect fit" to play Kalam, filmmaker Om Raut has now thanked the actor for choosing to be an integral part of his upcoming film, 'Kalam: The Missile Man of India' Currently at Cannes 2025, filmmaker Om Raut announced his next directorial venture, a monumental biopic on India's most dearly loved President, Dr A P J Abdul Kalam. The film's title was unveiled at the prestigious film festival, where Raut also delved into the much-anticipated project and shared insights on casting Dhanush in the lead role. Speaking about the film, Raut said, 'The teachings of Dr. Kalam are instilled in every youth. I read his book 'Wings of Fire' when I was in college, and I can say that everything I am doing today, and everything I aspire to be, is inspired by the teachings in that book. It changed my perspective on life and that is exactly why I am standing here today.' He continued, 'I've always been deeply inspired by Dr. Kalam's journey. From what I've observed, his life was anchored in three key aspects. The first is education. He was a great teacher who placed immense value on quality learning. Second is innovation, particularly indigenous innovation. He encouraged us to develop within our country. And the third is resilience. The willpower to stay committed to our purpose. I always wanted to make a film based on these principles. By God's grace, producer Abhishek Agarwal approached me with the same idea. When he asked if I'd be interested, I told him I was already working on something similar. He flew from Hyderabad to Mumbai, and we discussed it in detail. Eventually, T-Series and Bhushan Kumar, with whom I've worked on two previous films, came on board for this as well. This marks our third collaboration, and we're moving ahead with full force.' Explaining the decision to cast Dhanush, Raut said, 'When portraying Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, it's essential to capture not just his achievements, but also his spiritual journey and teachings. That's the most challenging part of a biopic like this. And I don't think there could have been a better choice than Dhanush to bring this spiritual and intellectual depth to life on screen. He is the perfect fit, and on behalf of my entire team, I thank him for choosing to be a part of this important project.' Known for directing acclaimed films like 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior', 'Lokmanya', and others, Om Raut steps into the director's chair for 'Kalam: The Missile Man of India'. The film is headlined by Dhanush and produced by Abhishek Agarwal, the driving force behind 'The Kashmir Files' and 'Parmanu'. The screenplay is written by Saiwyn Quadras, known for his work on impactful biopics like 'Neerja' and 'Maidaan'. With anticipation running high, 'Kalam: The Missile Man of India' promises to delve deep into the life of Dr. Kalam from his humble beginnings in Rameswaram to Rashtrapati Bhavan, as a celebrated aerospace scientist, visionary, teacher, and ultimately, the people's president. Widely known as the 'Missile Man of India,' his legacy, immortalized through Wings of Fire, continues to inspire generations. More than just a film, this project is positioned as a powerful exploration of leadership, nation-building, and integrity a cinematic tribute to a man who shaped the dreams of a nation.
India Today
4 days ago
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- India Today
Why is Dhanush playing APJ Abdul Kamal in biopic? Director Om Raut reacts
Filmmaker Om Raut recently answered why he cast actor Dhanush in his next film, 'Kalam: The Missile Man of India', a biopic on Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, India's 11th President, and a celebrated scientist. He unveiled the film's poster while attending the 78th Cannes International Film Festival. Raut shared his vision for the biopic on India's former president and aerospace scientist and the reason behind casting Dhanush in the lead thanked Dhanush for choosing to do the biopic. In a statement, he appreciated the 'Raanjhana' actor for his acting prowess and highlighted what he brings on the table as an artiste."When portraying Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, it's essential to capture not just his achievements, but also his spiritual journey and teachings. That's the most challenging part of a biopic like this. And I don't think there could have been a better choice than Dhanush to bring this spiritual and intellectual depth to life on screen. He is the perfect fit, and on behalf of my entire team, I thank him for choosing to be a part of this important project," he said. The statement was shared by the filmmaker's team. Raut expressed his admiration for Dr Kalam, and said, "The teachings of Dr Kalam are instilled in every youth. I read his book 'Wings of Fire' when I was in college, and I can say that everything I am doing today, and everything I aspire to be, is inspired by the teachings in that book. It changed my perspective on life and that is exactly why I am standing here today."advertisementHe underscored the importance of the values and learnings that Dr Kalam stood for. Raut shared that the late former president encouraged the idea of 'India first' in his work. The director said, "I've always been deeply inspired by Dr. Kalam's journey. From what I've observed, his life was anchored in three key aspects. First is education. He was a great teacher who placed immense value on quality learning. Second is innovation, particularly indigenous innovation. He encouraged us to develop within our country. And the third is resilience, the willpower to stay committed to our purpose. I always wanted to make a film based on these principles.""By God's grace, producer Abhishek Agarwal approached me with the same idea. When he asked if I'd be interested, I told him I was already working on something similar. He flew from Hyderabad to Mumbai, and we discussed it in detail. Eventually, T-Series and Bhushan Kumar, with whom I have worked on two previous films, came on board for this as well. This marks our third collaboration, and we're moving ahead with full force," he filmmaker has previously directed historical epics like 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior,' 'Lokmanya,' and 'Adipurush'.Raut's 'Kalam: The Missile Man of India' is produced by Abhishek Agarwal, who earlier backed films like 'Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran' and 'The Kashmir Files.' The screenplay for the biopic is being penned by 'Neerja' and 'Maidaan' fame Saiwyn The Missile Man of India' will delve into the life of Bharat Ratna Dr Kalam from his humble beginnings in Rameswaram to Rashtrapati Bhavan, as a celebrated aerospace scientist, visionary, teacher, and India's eleventh president. The biopic explores his leadership, nation-building, and integrity as he was popularly known as the 'Missile Man of India.'Dhanush, who plays the protagonist, will next be seen in 'Kuberaa' (2025) and 'Idly Kadai' (2025).The remaining cast of 'Kalam: The Missile Man of India' is yet to be Watch
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'Tanhaji' director Om Raut on casting Dhanush in APJ Abdul Kalam's biopic announced at Cannes 2025: 'He's the perfect choice because...'
The film's title was unveiled at the prestigious film festival, where Raut also delved into the much-anticipated project and shared insights on casting Dhanush in the lead role read more Currently at Cannes 2025, filmmaker Om Raut has announced his next directorial venture a monumental biopic on Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam titled Kalam: The Missile Man of India. The film's title was unveiled at the prestigious film festival, where Raut also delved into the much-anticipated project and shared insights on casting Dhanush in the lead role. Speaking about the film, Raut said, 'The teachings of Dr. Kalam are instilled in every youth. I read his book Wings of Fire when I was in college, and I can say that everything I am doing today, and everything I aspire to be, is inspired by the teachings in that book. It changed my perspective on life and that is exactly why I am standing here today.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He continued, 'I've always been deeply inspired by Dr. Kalam's journey. From what I've observed, his life was anchored in three key aspects. First is education he was a great teacher who placed immense value on quality learning. Second is innovation particularly indigenous innovation. He encouraged us to develop within our country. And the third is resilience the willpower to stay committed to our purpose. I always wanted to make a film based on these principles. By God's grace, producer Abhishek Agarwal approached me with the same idea. When he asked if I'd be interested, I told him I was already working on something similar. He flew from Hyderabad to Mumbai, and we discussed it in detail. Eventually, T-Series and Bhushan Kumar, with whom I've worked on two previous films, came on board for this as well. This marks our third collaboration, and we're moving ahead with full force.' More from Entertainment Netflix to return with The Royals Season 2 despite mixed reviews; most loved shows Black Warrant & Maamla Legal Hai also make a comeback Explaining the decision to cast Dhanush, Raut said, 'When portraying Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, it's essential to capture not just his achievements, but also his spiritual journey and teachings. That's the most challenging part of a biopic like this. And I don't think there could have been a better choice than Dhanush to bring this spiritual and intellectual depth to life on screen. He is the perfect fit, and on behalf of my entire team, I thank him for choosing to be a part of this important project.' Known for directing acclaimed films like Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, Lokmanya, and others, Om Raut steps into the director's chair for Kalam: The Missile Man of India. The film is headlined by Dhanush and produced by Abhishek Agarwal, the driving force behind The Kashmir Files and Parmanu. The screenplay is written by Saiwyn Quadras, known for his work on impactful biopics like Neerja and Maidaan.
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Dhanush to portray Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam in biopic ‘Kalam'; Om Raut to direct
National Award-winning actor Dhanush is all set to step into the shoes of India's most revered scientist and former President, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, in an upcoming biopic titled Kalam: The Missile Man of India. The prestigious announcement was made at the Cannes Film Festival, instantly making headlines and raising expectations across the film world. Directed by Tanhaji and Adipurush fame Om Raut, the film promises to be a grand tribute to the extraordinary journey of Dr. Kalam—from a humble background to becoming a pioneering force in India's space and defense programs. Known for his ability to deeply inhabit complex roles, Dhanush is expected to undergo a complete transformation to portray the Missile Man authentically. The film is being jointly produced by some of Indian cinema's top production houses—Abhishek Agarwal Arts and AK Entertainments, with Abhishek Agarwal, Anil Sunkara, Bhushan Kumar, and Krishan Kumar backing the project. It will be presented by Gulshan Kumar, Tej Narayan Agarwal, and T-Series Films. The film's title poster, also unveiled at Cannes, features a striking visual of Dr. Kalam's silhouette with a missile soaring through it—perfectly capturing the spirit of a man whose vision ignited India's scientific dreams. Kalam is expected to be a landmark film in Indian biographical cinema. With Dhanush at the helm and a stellar team behind the scenes, fans eagerly await more updates, especially about the supporting cast and release date.
