Yogi Adityanath biopic: Vikrant Massey's 12th Fail co-star Anant Joshi to play UP Chief Minister? Here's what we know

Anant Joshi, who was seen in Vikrant Massey's 12th Fail, has been reportedly roped in for UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's biopic. The film is apparently being directed by Ravindra Gautam.

Anant Joshi to star in UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's biopic?

A couple of Hindi films based on Indian politicians and political events have been made in the recent past. The latest development is about the biopic of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. It has been reported that the project is being helmed by Maharani 2 director Ravindra Gautam. According to a Mid-Day report, actor Anant Joshi has been roped in to play the role of the UP CM in his biopic. The actor was a part of Vikrant Massey-starrer 12th Fail.

Anant Joshi confirmed for UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's biopic?

As per the media report, Anant Joshi will play the role of young Yogi Adityanath in the UP Chief Minister's biopic. The untitled film will reportedly follow the story of a young boy who goes on to become one of the most influential figures of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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"The movie delves deep into Yogi Adityanath’s early years, his spiritual awakening at the Gorakhnath Math, and his eventual rise in politics. Anant’s portrayal captures the inner conflict and drive of a young man seeking purpose," a source told the tabloid.

For the uninitiated, Yogi Adityanath left his home in the 1990s and became a disciple of Mahant Avaidyanath, the then-chief of the Gorakhnath Math. In this movie, Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal might be seen essaying the character of Mahant Avaidyanath. It's been said the film has been shot across Uttar Pradesh and Gorakhpur.

As of now, the makers are filming at Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai. "The team also shot at the Guru Nanak Khalsa college last week. Before that, they conducted a 45-day schedule in north India, filming in Rishikesh and other iconic locations connected to Adityanath’s life. After the Mumbai schedule, it will be a wrap on the project," an insider told the tabloid.

Anant Joshi's projects

On the work front, Anant Joshi has been a part of several television shows. The actor also did a couple of films like Kathal, Cobalt Blue, 12th Fail, and Blackout. Are you looking forward to watching him in Ravindra Gautam's next? Share your thoughts @ottplayapp on X.

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