Sanya Malhotra And Fatima Sana Shaikh Join Vicky Kaushal For 'Sam Bahadur'

Mumbai, December 13 - Recently wed, Vicky Kaushal is all set to lead the biopic of Sam Manekshaw, to be directed by Meghna Gulzar. The title of the biopic, "Sam Bahadur" was announced earlier this year in April and now, the makers have finalized Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra as the two leading ladies.

On December 13, which also happens to be Meghna Gulzar's birthday, producer Ronnie Screwwala of RSVP Movies welcome Sanya and Fatima on board. Sanya has been cast to play Sam Manekshaw's (Vicky) wife, Silloo Manekshaw while Fatima will essay the role of former Indian Prime Minister, Smt. Indira Gandhi.

Says Sanya Malhotra, "Behind every great man is a woman and Silloo Manekshaw was that support and strength to Sam Bahadur. I'm honored to essay this role and bring to light her integral part and influence in this war hero's life. I'm also extremely thankful to Meghna Gulzar and really looking forward to this exciting journey with her".

Adds Fatima Sana Shaikh, "I'm very happy to join the SamBahadur family and take on the challenge of essaying the role of one of the most influential and talked about women in Indian history. What intrigued and excited me the most was the passion with which the makers hope to honor his memory and legacy through this film".

"Sam Bahadur" is based on the life of one of India's greatest war heroes, Sam Manekshaw. His military career spanned four decades and five wars. He was the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of Field Marshal and the decisive victory of the Indian Army in the 1971 Indo-Pak war was under his command as Chief of Army Staff.

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