A film based on the life story of former Tamil Nadu CM J Jayalalithaa is in making from the past one year or so. Titled Thalaivi, the film is being directed by AL Vijay and has Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut in the titular role.
After almost seven months break due to Covid lockdown, the film’s shooting resumed in the month of September and wrapped up a key schedule. Meanwhile, talking about Thalaivi movie to an English daily, Kangana said that she gained 20 kgs weight for the role and even learned Bharatanatyam and broke her back for the same. Kangana also said that working on a project like Thalaivi is a lifetime experience.
Thalaivi also stars Aravind Swami, Poorna and many other noted actors in key roles. Vishu Induri has been producing the film which will have a simultaneous release in Hindi and all South languages during summer 2021.