‘Mary Kom’ Actor Darshan Kumaar Joins Cast of Modi Biopic

The film stars Vivek Oberoi as PM Modi.

Darshan Kumaar has been cast in the upcoming biopic on Narendra Modi.

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Actor Darshan Kumaar has joined the cast of PM Narendra Modi, a film by Omung Kumar on the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Darshan, who has earlier worked under Omung's direction in films like Mary Kom and Sarbjit, will play an integral part in the project, casting for which is currently on, read a statement.

The biopic is being produced by Legend Global Studio.

Producer Sandip Ssingh said in a statement:

“This is Darshan’s third film with us. He made his debut with our film ‘Mary Kom’. It’s wonderful to be teaming up with him for ‘PM Narendra Modi’. His character will play a key role in the film’s story.”

Sandip Ssingh, Producer

Darshan said he is "honoured to be a part of the biggest biopic".

Starring Vivek Oberoi as Modi, the film will be shot in locations across the country. The makers, along with Vivek, will be doing some recce in the coming weeks. The first schedule of the film is expected to start in a fortnight's time.