The upcoming film Made In India, a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke—the Father of Indian Cinema—is picking up momentum. It was first announced in September 2023 by SS Rajamouli.
The film is produced by Varun Gupta (Max Studios) and SS Karthikeya (Showing Business). It is planned as a pan-India release. The story will explore the birth and growth of Indian cinema through Phalke’s life and work.
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According to Himesh Mankad (Pink Villa), Jr. NTR has heard the final narration and was very impressed.
He has reportedly given a verbal nod to take on the lead role. The script’s emotional depth and detailed storytelling are said to have moved him.
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Although no official contract has been signed yet, creative discussions have already started between NTR, Rajamouli, Karthikeya, and Gupta.
This film is a major shift for Jr. NTR. He is best known for action-packed roles. Made In India gives him a chance to portray a culturally and historically important character. It could show a new side of his acting.
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The film may not be a Rs.1000-crore box office beast, but if executed well, it has the potential to become an iconic project in NTR’s career.
Amid commercial mass entertainers like WAR 2, Dragon and Devara 2, Made in India could serve as a refreshing shift—where performance takes center stage over spectacle.
If the project goes ahead, it could be a milestone in Jr. NTR’s career and a meaningful tribute to Indian cinema’s legacy.
