India’s ‘Missile Man’ is heading to the silver display screen, with National Award-winning actor Dhanush set to painting former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in a sweeping biopic titled Kalam: The Missile Man of India. The movie was formally introduced at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Directed by Adipurush filmmaker Om Raut and produced by Abhishek Agarwal (of The Kashmir Files) and Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series, the movie may even characteristic a screenplay is penned by Saiwyn Quadras, identified for critically acclaimed biopics like Neerja and Maidaan.
The movie will hint Dr. Kalam’s extraordinary journey — from his humble roots in Rameswaram to his pioneering work in India’s missile packages, and finally, his tenure as the eleventh President of India. Inspired by his bestselling memoir Wings of Fire, the story goals to discover the scientist and statesman, but in addition the poet, trainer, and thinker.
“In an era starved of true statesmen, Kalam stood above politics and pettiness,” mentioned director Om Raut. “To bring his story to the screen is both an artistic challenge and a cultural responsibility.”
Producer Abhishek Agarwal referred to as the mission “an emotional moment,” including, “We are privileged to tell this story, and each of us is giving our best to bring to life the journey of our true Bharat Ratna Kalam ji.” Bhushan Kumar echoed the sentiment: “This is more than just a film — it’s a tribute to a man who showed us how dreams, dedication, and humility can shape a nation’s future.”
Published – May 21, 2025 10:03 pm IST
