Kiara Advani is all set to portray Madhubala in her upcoming biopic, which was confirmed on March 7 2026. The film project intends to present the complete life story of one of India’s most beloved yet mysterious movie stars, who earned the title “Venus of Indian Cinema.”
Jasmeet K Reen will direct the film after achieving critical acclaim with her first movie, “Darlings,” available on Netflix. The production team experienced a boost in progress when Sanjay Leela Bhansali joined the project as producer, a well-known filmmaker. Bhansali uses his cinematic expertise to create extensive films that detail aspects of Madhubala’s life story.
The biographical film will show how Madhubala achieved rapid success in the film industry, detailing both her professional achievements and her complex personal relationships. The biopic will focus on her connections with two important men who made a significant impact on her life: Dilip Kumar, her longtime partner who appeared in many films with her, but whose relationship ended when their court case gained massive media attention in 1957; and Kishore Kumar, the famous singer-actor, whom she married in 1960. The production team has secured Advani for the lead role, but they are still searching for actors to play key male roles.
Kiara Advani has described portraying Madhubala as a “dream role” because she admires the legendary actress and wants to introduce Madhubala’s enduring story to contemporary audiences. The production team plans to start filming in the upcoming year, which is creating excitement for what will become one of the most-discussed films of the last few years.
