Bhumi Pednekar And Taapsee Pannu To Plays Sharp Shooters Chandro And Prakashi On-Screen

Actress Bhumi Pedenkar and Taapsee Pannu will be seen portraying the real life medal winning shooters Chandro and Prakashi in forthcoming drama helmed by Tushar Hiranandani.

The official handle of Reliance Entertainment confirmed the film on social media. It said, “The 'shoot' begins...literally! We are happy to announce that our next production based on the world's oldest sharpshooters, is going on floors! Directed by @tushar1307, the film will star powerhouse talents, @taapsee and @bhumipednekar. @anuragkashyap72 @nidhiparmar”

This is first of kind sports drama movie with two female protagonist, Bhumi Pednekar and Taapsee Pannu.

Confirming the film, Bhumi Pedenkar Tweeted, “Old is Gold and this is certainly GOLD! Excited to begin the shooting of this groundbreaking real story of world's oldest sharpshooters! @taapsee @tushar1307 @anuragkashyap72 @RelianceEnt @nidhiparmar”

Taapsee Pannu, who recently wrapped Mission Mangal, also shared her exctiment about the new project. She wrote, “Kabhi humaari picture shelve karva dete hai kabhi title ki maara maari, maine socha main Khud hi picture announce kar deti hu through my PERSONAL MEDIANET ab jisko jo ukhaadna hai ukhaad lo! Kickstarting the shoot of our country’s oldest and coolest shooters #Chandro #Prakashi”

Chandro Tomar also known as Shooter Dadi, and Prakashi Tomar also known as Revolver Dadi, are the oldest sharpshooters in the world.

It is the story of the world’s oldest female sharpshooters— Chandro Tomar, 86, and her sister-in-law, Prakashi, 81—who reside in the Johri village of western Uttar Pradesh