Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has revealed his ambitious plan to produce a multi-film adaptation of the Indian epic, Mahabharat. Aamir confirmed the project and his role as a producer, calling it one of his "biggest ambitions." He hopes to begin work on it this year, although the long writing process could take years. The project is expected to follow the Oscar-winning Lord of the Rings trilogy in scale and style, with multiple films planned to do justice to the epic narrative.
Aamir's take on Mahabharat will be a grand production, with a focus on thoughtful and appropriate casting. He said, "We'll see who we should cast based on who's appropriate for which part." The superstar also hinted at the possibility of involving several directors, given the scale and complexity of the narrative. "It's too early to say, but we may need multiple directors," he said. Aamir Khan's commitment to the Mahabharat project has been evident for years, and he has reportedly been working on it since 2018.
The project is rumored to have a budget of ₹1,000 crore, and Aamir has compared the process of making a film on Mahabharat to performing a yagya. "When you're making Mahabharat, you're not just making a film. You're performing a yagya," he said. Aamir's passion for the project is evident, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how this epic narrative will be brought to life on the big screen.
Meanwhile, Aamir will next be seen in Sitaare Zameen Par, which is expected to release on June 20. The Mahabharat project is a long-term vision for him, and he is willing to invest time and effort to ensure that it meets his creative expectations. With its grand scale and complex narrative, the Mahabharat adaptation promises to be a cinematic experience like no other.