While Vivek Oberoi will be seen as Narendra Modi in a biopic for the big screen, Eros Now has announced a ten-part web series on the incumbent prime minister. Titled Modi, the series will be helmed by 102 Not Out director Umesh Shukla and produced by Benchmark Pictures.
The story will trace the different phases of Modi’s life from the age of 12 to the time he assumed office as the Prime Minister of India. He will be portrayed by Faisal Khan, Ashish Sharma and Mahesh Thakur. According to the makers, each episode will highlight the various incidents that inspired him to turn to politics.
Check out glimpses from the series here:
- 01/03Modi will trace Narendra Modi’s journey to becoming prime minister.(Photo Courtesy: Eros Now)
- 02/03The series will capture pivotal incidents from Modi’s life.(Photo Courtesy: Eros Now)
- 03/03Mahesh Thakur, Ashish Sharma and Faisal Sharma will play Modi at various stages of his life.(Photo Courtesy: Eros Now)
The web series has been shot on location in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Delhi and Kashmir. It premieres on Eros Now in April.
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