‘Shakuntala Devi’: Sanya Malhotra joins the cast of Vidya Balan starrer

Sanya Malhotra will be seen in Vidya Balan starrer ‘Shakuntala Devi-Human Computer’. Interestingly, the makers of the biopic have announced the news on the special day-Daughter’s Day to announce Sanya’s name for the film. Sanya will be essaying the pivotal role of Anupama Banerji, daughter of Shakuntala Devi. Anupama recently gave the mahurat clap for the movie that went on floors in London recently. She was also thrilled to see Vidya in her late mother Shakuntala Devi’s look and got quite emotional.

Here’s the announcement made by Sony Pictures Networks.

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Sanya is quite excited about the film. She said, “I am very excited to play the iconic Shakuntala Devi’s daughter – Anupama Banerji. Everyone knows the achievements of the math genius Shakuntala Devi. I’m thrilled to bring onscreen this dynamic mother-daughter relationship and equally thrilled to work with Vidya Balan. Also looking forward to my first association with Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Vikram Malhotra.”

Director Anu Menon said, “When I met my namesake Anupama Banerji, Shakuntala’s daughter, I went to find the story of a maths whiz – but through spending time with Anupama, I found the story of a woman who was not just a computer but human too! And I can’t think of a better person than Sanya who can capture the love of a daughter for her indefinable mother! Sanya instinctively understood the character and her journey – and I can’t wait to start shooting with her. I think the audience will fall in love with both Sanya’s and Vidya’s characters.”

Sanya is currently prepping up for her role and she is expected to join the cast during the London schedule by the end of this month.

‘Shakuntala Devi-Human Computer’ is produced by Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Vikram Malhotra.

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