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MS Subbulakshmi biopic: Sai Pallavi to play the legendary singer on screen

Sai Pallavi is widely considered to be one of the best actors of her generation, and she has always been picky about the roles she takes.

December 16, 2025 / 02:31 IST
Sai Pallavi to star in the biopic

M.S. Subbulakshmi is still one of the most respected figures in Indian music. Her voice crossed generations and borders. She was the first musician to receive the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, and she did so in a career that lasted more than seventy years. It makes sense that a biopic about such a famous cultural figure would be seen as a prestigious and difficult film project.

Reports say that actress Sai Pallavi is in talks to play M.S. Subbulakshmi in the biopic. Allu Aravind is said to be producing the project under the Geetha Arts banner, and Goutham Tinnanuri, who is known for making emotionally charged movies like Jersey and Malli Raava, is directing it. People are already very interested in the movie because it is being made by a well-known production company and a sensitive director.

Sai Pallavi is widely considered to be one of the best actors of her generation, and she has always been picky about the roles she takes. She first became known for her roles as relatable, girl-next-door characters, but she has since broadened her range. She is currently working on one of the biggest projects of her career, Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, in which she plays Sita. The epic is being made in two parts, and they will both come out in theaters during Diwali 2026 and 2027.

Sai Pallavi is known for putting substance over scale. She often chooses characters that audiences can relate to and that have emotional weight. Because of M.S. Subbulakshmi's legacy and the responsibility that comes with playing her, the actress should think carefully before agreeing to the role, even though the film has a strong creative team.

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M.S. Subbulakshmi, who was lovingly called M.S. Amma, helped bring Carnatic music to the world stage. In 1966, she made history by being the first Indian to perform at the United Nations General Assembly. Later, she wowed crowds at famous places like Carnegie Hall and the Royal Albert Hall.

In addition to her musical legacy, M.S. Subbulakshmi also made a name for herself in movies, most famously as the saint-poet in Meera. She was more than just a famous singer; she was a symbol of cultural pride, humility, and service. Her work will have a lasting impact on Indian art and society.

Bhawana Tanmayi is a Hyderabad-based freelance entertainment journalist. Views expressed are personal.
first published: Dec 16, 2025 02:30 am

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