Actor Randeep Hooda said on Tuesday that ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, a biopic of Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar, will be released in theatres on March 22 in Hindi and Marathi.
The film, which features Hooda in the titular character, marks the actor’s directorial debut, PTI reported from Mumbai.
The 47-year-old actor, known for movies such as ‘Highway’, ‘Sarbjit’ and ‘Sultan’, shared the news on microblogging site X.
“Two heroes of Indian Independence Struggle; One celebrated and One removed from History On #MartyrsDay 2024 – History will be rewritten. #SwatantryaVeerSavarkar in cinemas on 22nd March, 2024,” Hooda posted.
According to the makers, the film embarks on a ‘compelling odyssey, bringing to life the legendary yet neglected tale of Swatantrya Veer Savarkar – a visionary, and a firebrand’.
‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, which also stars Ankita Lokhande, and Amit Sial in pivotal roles, is produced by Zee Studios, Anand Pandit, Randeep Hooda, Sandeep Singh and Yogesh Rahar.
Roopa Pandit, Sam Khan, Anwar Ali and Panchali Chakraborty have co-produced the movie.
Dream Sports firm FanCode bags ISL global broadcast rights
Guest Column: Budget’s policy interventions to boost Orange Economy
Delhi HC cracks down on illegal streaming during ICC U-19, Men’s T20 World Cups
Holiday Films, Football drive Dec viewership surge: Nielsen
‘Black Warrant’ star Cheema says initial OTT focus intentional
KRAFTON India launches BGMI Career Mode
Spotify promotes Citra Marina as marketing head for SE Asia
Disney board nears decision on Josh D’Amaro as next CEO
Experiences, ‘Zootopia2’ help Disney beat earnings estimates
No India-Pak cricket match could lead to estimated loss of $250mn 

