Raveena Tandon To Play PM Modi's Mother In Biopic Maa Vande; THIS South Star Roped In For Lead Role - Report

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actress Raveena Tandon will reportedly portray Heeraben Modi, the late mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the upcoming biographical film Maa Vande. Directed by Kranthi Kumar Ch, the film will explore the emotional and spiritual connection between Heeraben and her son, focusing on her immense strength, resilience, and the pivotal role she played in shaping his life.

Raveena Tandon to play PM Modi's mom Heeraben Modi in biopic Maa Vande

According to a report in Bollywood Hungama, Raveena has expressed how deeply moved she was by the character of Heeraben, describing her as a woman of “strength, depth, and fortitude.” In her portrayal, the film will trace Heeraben’s journey, starting with her early struggles, including the heart-wrenching loss of her own mother at a young age. Despite these challenges, Heeraben was known for her quiet strength, holding her family together “with calm and courage,” even in the toughest of times.ALSO READ: Sonu Sood, Raveena Tandon React To Delhi Blast Near Red Fort, Send Condolences To VictimsRaveena’s preparation for the role involves a complete transformation, and the film is set to have a high cinematic scale, with advanced VFX technology used to recreate key phases of Prime Minister Modi’s life.

Marco star Unni Mukundan to play role of PM Narendra Modi

In the film’s male lead role, Unni Mukundan will portray Narendra Modi. Unni, who is popular for his work in Malayalam cinema, including his action-packed role in Marco, shared his excitement about the role in an emotional post on social media, coinciding with Modi’s birthday on September 17. He described the film as a story of a man who rises beyond personal battles to become “a revolution for the ages.” Unni also recalled his personal connection with Modi, revealing that he grew up in Ahmedabad and knew him first as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. In April 2023, Unni had the privilege of meeting the Prime Minister in person, a moment that left an indelible impression on him.

What inspired Unni Mukundan to take on role of PM Modi

Unni also recalled a powerful moment during their meeting when Modi shared the phrase Jhookvanu Nahi (Never Bow Down) in Gujarati, which became a source of strength and resolve for him personally. This encounter further fuelled Unni’s desire to take on the role, and he believes that the film will offer an authentic portrayal of Modi’s rise and the profound impact of his mother, Heeraben, on his journey.