Aamir Khan Productions is reportedly working on a documentary based on the life and journey of President Draupadi Murmu. According to a report in Variety India, the project will be directed by filmmaker and writer Swati Chakraborty Bhatkal and will trace the remarkable path that took Murmu from a small village in Odisha to becoming the President of India.
Aamir Khan Productions developing documentary on President Draupadi Murmu: Report
The documentary is expected to depict important milestones in Murmu’s personal and professional life, highlighting the challenges he faced and the determination that shaped his rise in public service. If confirmed, the project will mark another real-life story from Aamir Khan Productions, a banner known for supporting content-driven films and documentaries.
Exploring the extraordinary journey of Draupadi Murmu
According to the report, the documentary will examine various phases of President Murmu’s life, including his early years in Odisha, his entry into public life and his eventual election as India’s first tribal President.
The film is also expected to shed light on the personal difficulties and setbacks he faced over the years. Through these experiences, the documentary aims to present a detailed portrait of a leader whose journey has often been viewed as an inspiring example of resilience and perseverance.
Murmu became the 15th President of India in 2022 and is also the second woman to hold the country’s highest constitutional post.
Reports suggest that parts of the documentary have already been filmed in Murmu’s native village in Odisha. The producers have reportedly recreated key moments of his early life and cast local actors to portray different stages of his journey.
The documentary will reunite Aamir Khan Productions with Swati Chakraborty Bhatkal, who previously directed face to face light2019 documentary anthology produced by Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao.
The reported documentary comes at a busy time for Aamir Khan Productions. The actor-producer is currently involved in promotional activities batwara 1947Starring Sunny Deol and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi. The period drama is scheduled for theatrical release on August 14, 2026.
