Srikanth is an upcoming Hindi-language biographical film on the life of Srikanth Bolla, a visually-impaired Indian 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.[1] Filming took place from November 2022 to January 2023. Initially set to release theatrically in September 2023,[2] Srikanth is now scheduled to release on 10 May 2024.[3]
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| Directed by | Tushar Hiranandani |
| Written by | Jagdeep Siddhu Sumit Purohit |
| Based on | Srikanth Bolla |
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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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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
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The Hindi language biopic tells the story of Srikanth Bolla, an Indian entrepreneur, who gained prominence as the founder of Bollant Industries. The company created in 2012 is a groundbreaking enterprise that provides employment opportunities for unskilled and differently-abled individuals to create eco-friendly products. The film chronicles the struggles of Srikanth, who was born visually impaired in 1992 in Seetharamapuram village in Machilipatnam, in then undivided Andhra Pradesh, India. The film shows his struggles from childhood, there is a line 'mai bhaag nahi sakta, sirf lad sakta hun' meaning ('I can't run away, I can only fight').[4] The film exemplifies an extraordinary narrative of perseverance and achievement by Srikanth, including filing a court case to study science as a subject, despite scoring 98%; to getting selected as the first international visually impaired student at Massachusetts Institute of Technology after being denied entry into Indian Institute of Technology. [5]
The film's tagline is 'AA RAHA HAI SABKI AANKHEN KHOLNE' meaning "he is coming to open everyone's eyes".
Cast edit
- Rajkummar Rao as Srikanth Bolla
- Jyothika as Teacher
- Alaya F as Veera Swathi
- Sharad Kelkar as Ravi Mantha
- Jameel Khan as A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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Development edit
The film was initially titled SRI, which was later changed to Srikanth.[6][7] 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. [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, South superstar 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]
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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.[16] "Papa Kehte Hain" was launched by Aamir Khan on 22 April 2024.[17]
| 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 (Reprise)" | Majrooh Sultanpuri | Aditya Dev | Udit Narayan | 2:55 |
| 3. | "Tumhe Hi Apna Maana Hai" | Yogesh Dubey | Sachet–Parampara | Sachet–Parampara | 2:25 |
| Total length: | 8:15 | ||||
References edit
- ^ "'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.
- ^ "Srikanth Trailer: Rajkummar Rao As Srikanth Bolla Aims To Become India's First Blind President, Jyotika & Alaya F Shine". MSN. 10 April 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "Srikanth Bolla: First overseas blind student at MIT, entrepreneur who employs the disabled, and subject of a new bollywood film".
- ^ "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.
- ^ "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".
- ^ "Srikanth Trailer Launch: Srikanth Bolla gets emotional as he recalls how late Gulshan Kumar helped him in completing his education". Bollywood Hungama. 11 April 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "Srikanth Trailer: Rajkummar Rao Shines As A Visually Impaired Boy With Big Dreams". NDTV. 9 April 2024. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
- ^ "'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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