First Look: Tamannaah Bhatia as Iconic Star Jayshree in V Shantaram Biopic
The much-anticipated biopic on legendary filmmaker V. Shantaram continues to generate excitement, with the makers unveiling yet another striking update. After winning appreciation for Siddhant Chaturvedi ’s first look as the cinematic pioneer, the spotlight has now shifted to Tamannaah Bhatia , whose character poster has added a nostalgic charm to the project.
On Tuesday, production house Camera Take Films released Tamannaah Bhatia’s first look from the biopic on Instagram. The actor will be seen portraying Jayshree, an accomplished star of her time who featured in classics such as Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani and Shakuntala. Jayshree was also V. Shantaram’s second wife and played an important role in his personal and professional life.
In the poster, Tamannaah looks ethereal in a pink Nauvari saree, effortlessly evoking the grace and elegance of cinema’s golden era. The vintage aesthetic reflects the period the film is rooted in and offers a glimpse into the world that shaped Indian cinema’s early legacy. Sharing the poster, the makers wrote, “Jayashree - The star of an era, The strength behind a legacy, A chapter returning to history.”
The reveal quickly drew reactions from the industry and fans alike. Kajal Aggarwal commented, “Beauty,” while Surbhi Jyoti wrote, “beautiful.” Social media users also poured in with praise and excitement. One fan commented, “Wow, Tamannaah is finally doing good cinema,” while another wrote, “Omg, so excited.”
Talking about stepping into the role of Jayshree, Tamannaah said, “It’s a great responsibility to portray a character rooted in one of the most influential eras of our cinema. And I feel immensely honoured to bring to life Jayashree, as she has been part of such legendary projects and the amount of grace she had was surreal. Shantaram built a legacy that continues to shape generations, and decoding his universe has allowed me to witness the brilliance of the man behind the legend. Bringing a piece of that legacy to the screen is truly a special feeling, and I am thankful for the makers of V Shantaram to see me as Jayashree.”
On Tuesday, production house Camera Take Films released Tamannaah Bhatia’s first look from the biopic on Instagram. The actor will be seen portraying Jayshree, an accomplished star of her time who featured in classics such as Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani and Shakuntala. Jayshree was also V. Shantaram’s second wife and played an important role in his personal and professional life.
In the poster, Tamannaah looks ethereal in a pink Nauvari saree, effortlessly evoking the grace and elegance of cinema’s golden era. The vintage aesthetic reflects the period the film is rooted in and offers a glimpse into the world that shaped Indian cinema’s early legacy. Sharing the poster, the makers wrote, “Jayashree - The star of an era, The strength behind a legacy, A chapter returning to history.”
The reveal quickly drew reactions from the industry and fans alike. Kajal Aggarwal commented, “Beauty,” while Surbhi Jyoti wrote, “beautiful.” Social media users also poured in with praise and excitement. One fan commented, “Wow, Tamannaah is finally doing good cinema,” while another wrote, “Omg, so excited.”
Talking about stepping into the role of Jayshree, Tamannaah said, “It’s a great responsibility to portray a character rooted in one of the most influential eras of our cinema. And I feel immensely honoured to bring to life Jayashree, as she has been part of such legendary projects and the amount of grace she had was surreal. Shantaram built a legacy that continues to shape generations, and decoding his universe has allowed me to witness the brilliance of the man behind the legend. Bringing a piece of that legacy to the screen is truly a special feeling, and I am thankful for the makers of V Shantaram to see me as Jayashree.”
All About V. Shantaram biopic
The film is a historical biographical drama that celebrates the life and cinematic revolution sparked by V. Shantaram. It traces his journey from the silent era to becoming one of the most influential auteurs in Indian film history. Presented by Rajkamal Entertainment, Camera Take Films and Roaring Rivers Production, the biopic is produced by Rahul Kiran Shantaram, Subhash Kale and Sarita Ashwin Varde, and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Despande.Next Story