Hyderabad: The makers of Maa Vande, an upcoming biographical drama inspired by the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and starring actor Unni Mukundan, have completed the first shooting schedule of the film, with production wrapping its initial phase in Hyderabad.

The team announced the schedule wrap by sharing behind-the-scenes photographs from the set, offering an early look at the scale and tone of the project. The images featured lead actor Unni Mukundan in discussion with director Kranthi Kumar C.H., along with visuals of large set pieces and ceremonial moments from the shoot. According to the makers, the film’s next schedule will move to Kashmir, where further key portions of the story will be filmed.

The project is being positioned as a large-scale cinematic biopic mounted with high production values and a technically accomplished crew.

First schedule began with traditional pooja

The Hyderabad schedule commenced with a traditional pooja ceremony attended by the cast and crew. Following the ritual opening, the unit began filming several important sequences connected to the early narrative arc of the film.

Production sources indicated that the first schedule focused on foundational character and story segments designed to establish the emotional and ideological journey of the protagonist. While specific scenes have not been disclosed, the makers described the completed portions as “key narrative blocks” that shape the film’s central storyline.

The behind-the-scenes stills released by the team show a controlled studio environment, elaborate set work and detailed staging, suggesting that the film is being crafted on a grand visual canvas rather than as a minimalistic character drama.

Film announced on Prime Minister’s birthday

Maa Vande was officially announced in September on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday. The title and theme indicate a patriotic narrative frame, with the film said to trace a journey rooted in values, purpose and resilience.

The makers have described the project as a dramatised biographical interpretation rather than a documentary-style retelling. It is expected to blend personal milestones, ideological evolution and political turning points into a cinematic narrative designed for mainstream audiences.

Unni Mukundan, known for his work in Malayalam and Telugu cinema, plays the lead role. This marks one of his most high-profile pan-Indian projects to date, given the subject’s national and political prominence.

High-profile technical team onboard

One of the most talked-about aspects of Maa Vande is the technical team assembled for the film. The producers have brought together several nationally and internationally recognised technicians known for their work on major Indian blockbusters.

The film is produced by Veer Reddy M. and written and directed by Kranthi Kumar C.H. The core technical crew includes:

  • Action director: King Solomon
  • Production designer: Sabu Cyril
  • Editor: Sreekar Prasad
  • Director of photography: K.K. Senthil Kumar
  • Music composer: Ravi Basrur

Many of these names are associated with landmark large-scale films. Sabu Cyril and K.K. Senthil Kumar are widely known for their work on the Baahubali franchise, while Ravi Basrur is recognised for composing the music of the KGF series and Salaar. Sreekar Prasad is one of India’s most awarded editors with a long cross-industry portfolio.

The presence of this team signals the makers’ intention to deliver a visually rich and technically polished film rather than a modestly mounted biographical feature.

Next schedule planned in Kashmir

Following the completion of the Hyderabad leg, the production is preparing to shift to Kashmir for the next schedule. Though the makers have not detailed the exact sequences planned there, the choice of location suggests that the film may include episodes connected to national security, governance challenges or symbolic landscape-driven storytelling.

Outdoor schedules in Kashmir typically involve tighter logistics and security coordination, indicating that the upcoming phase may include major exterior scenes.

The production team has not yet announced a release date, teaser timeline or additional casting details. Industry observers expect more updates once the Kashmir schedule begins and principal photography crosses the midway mark.

Conclusion

With its first schedule completed and a heavyweight technical crew in place, Maa Vande is shaping up as an ambitious political biographical drama centred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s life journey. The Hyderabad shoot has laid the groundwork, and the upcoming Kashmir schedule is expected to expand the film’s visual and narrative scale. More clarity on the film’s scope and release plans is likely in the coming months as production progresses.