Reports that Kiara Advani will headline a biopic on the legendary screen icon Madhubala are already in the news today. Speculations also claimed that Jasmeet K., famous for directing Darlings. Reen will direct the film, which will be backed by filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Kiara Advani not a part of Madhubala biopic: Industry sources
The rumors quickly created a buzz online, especially when they suggested that Kiara Advani, who is currently in the early stages of motherhood, would be making her comeback on the big screen playing the role of one of the most celebrated actresses of Indian cinema. Given Madhubala’s enduring legacy and the scale typically associated with Bhansali-backed projects, the report generated widespread curiosity among film followers. However, industry sources have now rubbished the claims, stating that there is no truth in the speculations linking the actress with such a project.
An industry insider clarified that reports of Kiara Advani being cast in the Madhubala biopic produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali are false. Addressing the rumours, the source said, “There is no truth in the currently circulating reports about Kiara Advani being cast in the Madhubala biopic produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The claims are completely baseless.”
The clarification comes amid growing online buzz about this cinematic retelling of Madhubala’s life. Iconic star, remembered for his performances in classics like Mughal-e-Azam And name of moving vehicleIs considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Indian cinema. His life and career have long been considered compelling material for a biographical film.
While Sanjay Leela Bhansali seems to be excited about this biopic on Madhubala, the source reiterated that the current reports linking Kiara Advani with such a project are purely speculations and no such development is happening at the moment.
As of now, neither Kiara Advani nor Sanjay Leela Bhansali has made any public statement regarding the rumours. With the speculations being dismissed by industry insiders, it appears that the reports of the actress playing Madhubala have no basis at the moment.
