Overview
- Multiple outlets reported June 12–14 that Farhan Akhtar is in negotiations to portray legendary composer R.D. Burman in a biopic developed by Neeraj Pandey, though no official casting has been announced.
- Insiders say the film’s writing is moving quickly and that Neeraj Pandey will direct with Kamal Jain attached as co-producer, signalling active pre-production.
- Reports state the makers have secured rights to several iconic Burman songs and that music sittings have already begun to recreate and arrange tracks for the film.
- The project’s schedule could be affected by an unresolved Don 3 dispute involving Excel Entertainment and Ranveer Singh, which included a reported Rs 45 crore claim and a temporary FWICE non-cooperation notice that was later revoked.
- If the talks proceed, sources say Farhan would undergo extensive preparation for the role and the team is targeting a late‑2026 shoot start, but makers have not issued any official confirmation.