Ankita Lokhande is set to spring a huge surprise on movie buffs and her fans once again with her next big offering, Swatantraveer Savarkar. Ankita has been roped in to play the lead opposite Randeep Hooda in a biopic on the late freedom fighter, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The movie also features Amit Sial in a pivotal role.
Sharing her excitement on the announcement, Ankita says, “I love essaying challenging and pivotal characters that not just take the narrative forward but also leave an impact on the audience. Swatantra Veer Savarkar is one such inspiring story that needs to be told and I’m happy to be associated with it”.
Producer Sandeep Singh said, “Ankita is a bundle of talent waiting to be tapped. It’s a high time she is given her due as an artiste. I hope my film adds to her repertoire, a feather proudly placed on her cap. I have known Ankita for years and have great regard for her as an actress and a friend. As for Amit Sial, he is born for cinema. His knowledge and passion for the art are commendable. I am glad Amit is in my film playing an important supporting character.”
Producer Anand Pandit said, “We are proud to have Ankita Lokhande and Amit Sial on board. Both have years of experience as actors which adds to our film’s intensity.”
Swatantra Veer Savarkar marks the debut of Randeep Hooda as a director besides playing the titular role.
The film is conceptualised by Sandeep Singh, and it is written by Utkarsh Naithani and Randeep Hooda. The film is produced by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures and Legend Studios, Producers Anand Pandit, Sandeep Singh, and Sam Khan. The film is scheduled to release on May 26, 2023, marking the 140th birth anniversary of Veer Savarkar.
