Analysis: Aamir or NTR; Who Can Play Phalke Better?

If someone asks who will play Dadasaheb Phalke’s character in his biopic, most will say no one because that man was legendary – he was the father of Indian cinema.

However, the dare has been made and not one but two films are going to be made based on the life of Dadasaheb. One of them biopics will witness Jr. NTR playing the role of the Indian filmmaker which will be directed by SS Rajamouli.

Conversely, Aamir Khan is also going to act in a new biopic based on the life of Dadasaheb Phalke. The actor is reportedly reuniting with Rajkumar Hirani for the same. Reportedly, the script was in development for over four years!

Now, with two films in the making on the same grounds, the question arises: who will play the character of the ‘father of Indian cinema’ better?

Jr. NTR is the star of Telugu cinema who has showcased his acting prowess in several films, RRR being the best. However, his last release, Devara, could not win the hearts of the audience. It was almost like the audience was wary of witnessing his larger than life character again and again.

Speaking of Aamir Khan, who is currently preparing for Sitaare Zameen Par, has his own set of records in acting. But don’t we remember Laal Singh Chaddha? Even this film couldn’t win the heart of the audience and was a box office bomb.

There’s no denying that Jr. NTR and Aamir Khan are amazing actors. But only time will say who among the duo would outshine Dadasaheb Phalke’s reel character.

On the other hand, people are not interested in watching biopics anymore. We have seen what happened with films like Maidaan and Chandu Champion in the past.

Although S.S. Rajamouli is an exception, a talented director like Rajkumar Hirani should try something else instead of a biopic.

While the makers from both sides have not announced anything so far, only promotional materials like a poster or a teaser can hint something about the films’ possible fate when they would be released to the general public.