Rashmika Mandanna will portray Bharat Ratna recipient M.S. Subbulakshmi in an ambitious pan-India biopic directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri. Kamal Haasan inaugurated the project at Chennai’s Music Academy.

A Grand Launch at the Music Academy
The launch of the M.S. Subbulakshmi biopic became an emotional celebration of music, cinema and cultural heritage at the prestigious Music Academy in Chennai. The film, envisioned as a major pan-India production, will bring the extraordinary life and musical journey of legendary Carnatic vocalist M.S. Subbulakshmi to the big screen. The project is jointly backed by leading producers Allu Aravind, Rockline Venkatesh and Bunny Vas, with Gowtam Tinnanuri directing the film and Anirudh Ravichander composing its music.

Kamal Haasan Gives the First Clap
Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan attended the launch as the chief guest and formally inaugurated the film. He gave the first clap for Rashmika Mandanna’s opening scene, marking the beginning of the highly anticipated production. His presence added significance to the occasion, which brought together celebrated names from Indian cinema to honour one of the country’s most respected musical icons. The ceremony was held during the commemoration of M.S. Subbulakshmi’s 110th birth anniversary, making the moment even more meaningful for the cast and crew.

Rashmika Calls the Role a Blessing
Speaking at the event, Rashmika Mandanna described the opportunity to portray M.S. Subbulakshmi as both a blessing and an enormous responsibility. She said that being chosen to represent the life of one of India’s greatest cultural figures filled her with gratitude and humility. Rashmika also shared that standing on the Music Academy stage during M.S. Amma’s birth anniversary felt deeply spiritual. She believes the legendary singer’s blessings will guide the entire team as they work to recreate her remarkable journey.

A Promise of Sincerity and Dedication
Rashmika expressed pride in becoming part of a film based on such an extraordinary life and assured audiences that she would devote herself completely to the character. She promised to give her hundred percent to the performance and portray M.S. Subbulakshmi with honesty, dignity and respect. The actress hopes viewers from different generations will connect with the story and understand the lasting influence of M.S. Subbulakshmi on Indian classical music and culture. With an acclaimed director, prominent producers and Anirudh Ravichander handling the music, the biopic is being positioned as a prestigious cinematic tribute to the Bharat Ratna awardee.