V Shantaram: Tamannaah Bhatia Joins Siddhant Chaturvedi In Upcoming Biopic As Jayashree; First-Look Poster Out

V Shantaram: Actress Tamannaah Bhatia is set to portray Jayashree, the second wife of legendary filmmaker V Shantaram, in the upcoming biographical drama based on his extraordinary life. The film, titled V Shantaram, stars Siddhant Chaturvedi in the lead role and aims to capture the journey of one of Indian cinema’s greatest visionaries. On December 9, 2025, the makers released the first-look poster of Tamannaah Bhatia as Jayashree, creating immediate buzz across social media.

V Shantaram biopic makers took to Instagram to share the first look poster with the caption, “Jayashree - The star of an era. The strength behind a legacy. A chapter returning to history.” Known for her work in memorable films such as Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani, Shakuntala, Chandra Rao More, and Dahej, Jayashree was not only an acclaimed actor but also an important presence in Shantaram’s personal and creative life. Tamannaah’s poster introduces her in a beautiful pink Nauvari saree, reflecting the elegance and charm of the vintage era. 

 

 

 

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About V Shantaram Biopic

V Shantaram is described as a grand historical biographical drama that explores the filmmaker’s rise from the silent film era to becoming one of the most influential directors in Indian cinema. The film pays tribute to Shantaram’s legacy as a storyteller, social reformer, and technical pioneer. His films addressed issues such as dowry, women’s rights, prisoner rehabilitation, and harmony between communities. With masterpieces like Duniya Na Mane, Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje, Do Aankhen Barah Haath, and Navrang, he shaped the cinematic language of his generation and beyond.

 

 

 

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Meanwhile, speaking about her role, Tamannaah Bhatai said she feels honoured to bring Jayashree’s story to life. She shared that portraying a character from such an influential period in Indian cinema comes with great responsibility. According to her, exploring Shantaram’s creative universe allowed her to understand the vision and brilliance of the man behind the legacy. She expressed gratitude to the film’s team for trusting her with the role.

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On the other hand, the biopic also highlights key milestones from Shantaram’s real-life journey, including the founding of the Prabhat Film Company in 1929 and Rajkamal Kalamandir in 1942. These studios played major roles in shaping Indian cinema during its formative years. In 1932, he also directed Ayodhyecha Raja, the first Marathi-language talkie. V Shantaram is written and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande and is presented by Rajkamal Entertainment, Camera Take Films, and Roaring Rivers Productions. The film is produced by Rahul Kiran Shantaram, Subhash Kale, and Sarita Ashwin Varde.