Mumbai: Actress Tamannaah Bhatia has opened up about portraying yesteryear star Jayashree in the upcoming biopic on filmmaker V. Shantaram, saying the role has taught her far more than she ever imagined.
A Transformative Experience Behind the Scenes
In her latest Instagram post, Tamannaah shared a series of behind-the-scenes videos showing her getting ready as Jayashree. She described the journey as deeply enriching, offering her a window into a different era of cinema and the artistry that shaped it.
Sharing the poster, she wrote, “Every bit of love we have received for Jayashree ji is an ode to her grace and legacy. Thank you.”
She added, “Stepping into this world has been intimate and deeply meaningful. Becoming Jayashree has taught me more than I had imagined, and I look forward to everything this journey brings.”
Honouring a Cinematic Icon
Tamannaah stars alongside Siddhant Chaturvedi in the biopic. Jayashree, known for classics like Dr. Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani, Shakuntala, Dahej, and more, remains a celebrated figure in Indian cinema.
Reflecting on the responsibility of portraying her, Tamannaah said, “It’s a great responsibility to depict a character rooted in one of the most influential eras of our cinema. Jayashree’s grace was surreal, and bringing a part of that legacy to the screen is truly special.”
A Tribute to V. Shantaram’s Legacy
Directed by Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande, V. Shantaram is a historical biographical drama that pays tribute to the legendary filmmaker whose vision reshaped Indian cinema. The film celebrates his life, his artistic revolution, and the cultural impact of his storytelling.