ZEE5 has officially announced the digital premiere of "Sam Bahadur," featuring Vicky Kaushal, on January 26, in celebration of the 75th Republic Day. This war biopic, directed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Ronnie Screwvala's RSVP production, provides an in-depth look into the extraordinary life of Sam Manekshaw. The film delves into Manekshaw's journey from his early days as the Chief of Army Staff to a well-deserved retirement, highlighting the pivotal moments and triumphs along the way.
Originally released in theaters on December 1, "Sam Bahadur" also stars Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra, and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub. Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer at ZEE5, expressed pride in announcing the digital premiere, emphasizing the platform's successful collaboration with Ronnie Screwvala productions. Kalra stated that following the film's success in theaters, they are confident that viewers will enjoy the movie on their platform.
Ronnie Screwvala described "Sam Bahadur" as a special project and expressed his excitement about collaborating with ZEE5 for its world digital premiere. He sees this as an opportunity to showcase the inspiring narrative of Sam Manekshaw to a global audience.
Meghna Gulzar, the director, shared that creating this biographical drama has been a life-changing experience. She highlighted Vicky Kaushal's perfect fit for the role and expressed gratitude for the love and support the film received during its theatrical release. Gulzar is proud to present "Sam Bahadur" on the 75th Republic Day as a tribute to the undying spirit of the nation.
Vicky Kaushal added that playing the role of Sam Manekshaw has been a remarkable journey, and he is grateful for the support from fans. The digital premiere on ZEE5 is seen as an opportunity to reach a wider audience, and Kaushal takes pride in presenting "Sam Bahadur" as a tribute on the auspicious occasion of the Republic Day.
Having earned over Rs 100 crore worldwide at the box office, "Sam Bahadur" is set to captivate audiences on the digital platform.
(With Agency Inputs)
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