Aamir Khan and director Rajkumar Hirani are preparing to begin shooting for their upcoming biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, often called the Father of Indian Cinema, with production expected to begin in March 2026. The project, which has been under consideration for several years, aims to bring Phalke’s story to a contemporary audience while maintaining historical depth. Reports indicate that ensuring authenticity and emotional relevance of the film is a top priority for the production team.

An important factor in the preparation of a film is the development of a new draft of the script. a report in midday Vikas confirmed the development, mentioning that Hirani is currently writing a new draft of the script.

The script development process took place over four years, involving multiple writers. Rajkumar Hirani is collaborating with Abhijat Joshi, Hindukush Bhardwaj and Avishkar Bhardwaj to shape the script. It aims to do justice to the legacy of Dadasaheb Phalke and highlight his contribution to Indian cinema.

The script is being reworked to improve its tone, to achieve a balance between historical accuracy and modern storytelling. The process is to combine humor and honesty, so that Phalke’s character is portrayed with the dignity and complexity it deserves. As revealed by a source cited by the website, “Hirani and Aamir are in agreement that the film should feel emotionally contemporary while remaining rooted in history. The rewrites are to get the balance of humor and honesty right. They want to ensure that the character arc captures Phalke’s stature. The draft will likely be finalized by February, and production will begin in late March.”

In addition to script revisions, the production team is using advanced technology to recreate the film’s period setting. Los Angeles-based FX Studios has developed AI-powered visual reference.

The story of Dadasaheb Phalke holds a special place in the history of Indian cinema. He directed Raja Harishchandra in 1913, known as India’s first full-length feature film.

The report further states that the script is expected to be finalized by February 2026. Meanwhile, Aamir currently promoting Mubarak PatelWhich is produced by him and stars Veer Das and Mithila Palkar in important roles.