Bollywood Star in Talks for Puri Jagannath's 'Jana Gana Mana'?

Director Puri Jagannath's ambitious project, "Jana Gana Mana," has been a rollercoaster journey from conception to execution. This dream venture has seen several twists and turns in its casting and production. Originally envisioned with Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu in the lead role, the project generated considerable excitement when it was first announced.

However, creative differences between Mahesh Babu and Puri Jagannath led to the project's cancellation, leaving fans disappointed. Undeterred, Puri Jagannath later revived "Jana Gana Mana" with Vijay Deverakonda and Pooja Hegde in the lead roles.

Some of the cast and crew had even been signed, and initial shooting schedules were completed. However, the unexpected disappointment of their collaboration on "Liger" prompted a rethink, and the project was once again shelved. Now, reports suggest that Puri Jagannath is exploring opportunities in Bollywood to bring his dream project to life.

He is actively seeking to collaborate with Bollywood stars to breathe life into the war-themed epic. Like many directors who harbor a passion project, such as S.S. Rajamouli's aspiration to adapt the epic "Mahabharata," Puri Jagannath's heart is set on "Jana Gana Mana." Despite the setbacks, he remains committed to realizing his vision.

Currently, Puri is juggling his time between the ongoing production of "Double Ismart" and the continuous development of "Jana Gana Mana." Fans can only hope that his efforts to impress Bollywood stars with the script will finally pave the way for the realization of his dream project, a war film that has the potential to captivate audiences with its grandeur and storytelling.