Vidya Balan takes up a biopic on Shakuntala Devi’s life- details inside

Vidya Balan, who was last seen in Tumhari Sulu, has taken up challenging roles and done proper justice to them. Now, along with Mission Mangal the actress will add another iconic character to her versatile list. Vidya Balan is all set to portray the role of the mathematical wizard, astrologer, author and novelist- Shakuntala Devi.

Talking about the film a thrilled Vidya Balan said in a statement, “I am extremely excited to play the human computer, Shakuntala Devi, on the big screen. But what truly fascinates me is that you wouldn’t normally associate a fun person with Math…and she completely turns that perception on its head. I am thrilled that Vikram, who I’ve worked with on Kahaani, and his team are producing the film. Vikram (Malhotra), Anu (Menon) and I are proud to bring to life the story of one of the most inspiring women of this country.”

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BIG DAY 🌞! Excited to play the role of Math Genius, #ShakuntalaDevi. @ivikramix @directormenon and I are thrilled to bring to life the true story of 'the human computer' – a small-town Indian girl, who took the world by storm ! @abundantiaent In theatres – Summer 2020.

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The film is produced by one of India’s foremost content creators, Abundantia Entertainment, led-by Vikram Malhotra. The film will be helmed by Anu Menon, director of London, Paris, New York and the much-talked-about Amazon Prime Original, Four More Shots Please! Scheduled to go on floors, later this year, the film is slated to be a summer 2020 release. Stay tuned to CIneBlitz for more such updates from Bollywood.