Mumbai: Bollywood filmmaker Rakesh Roshan is set to produce a documentary highlighting the illustrious three-generation legacy of the Roshan family in Bollywood.
Directed by Shashi Ranjan, the documentary will pay homage to the family's contributions to the Indian film industry, starting with Rakesh's father, the legendary music director Roshan Lal Nagrath. The project aims to showcase the journey of the Roshan family, from Roshan Lal Nagrath's emergence as a renowned music director in the 1950s and 1960s to the continued success of his sons, Rakesh and Rajesh Roshan, in acting, direction, and music. The legacy now thrives through Rakesh's son, Hrithik Roshan, one of today's biggest Bollywood superstars.
Roshan Lal Nagrath, the grandfather of Hrithik Roshan, was a celebrated music director known for his unique blend of folk and Hindustani classical music. His musical genius flourished from 1950 to 1967, collaborating with iconic singers like Mohammad Rafi, Mukesh, Talat Mahmood, and Lata Mangeshkar.
Meanwhile, Rajesh continued his father's musical heritage, creating numerous iconic songs for the Hindi film industry. He collaborated successfully with acclaimed artists like Kishore Kumar, Basu Chatterjee, Dev Anand, Mohammad Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, and Asha Bhosle. Rakesh first made his mark as an actor before transitioning into directing blockbuster films such as "Karan Arjun," "Kaho Na... Pyaar Hai," "Koi Mil Gaya," and the "Krrish" franchise.
Following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, Hrithik Roshan has achieved immense stardom and upheld the family's remarkable legacy. Additionally, Rajesh's daughter, Pashima Roshan, is preparing for her Bollywood debut with "Ishq Vishk 2," further cementing the Roshan family's enduring presence in the film industry.
The documentary promises to be an all-star affair, featuring exclusive interviews with numerous Bollywood celebrities who have collaborated with the Roshan family throughout the years. Archival footage will also be included to add depth to the exploration of the family's cinematic journey. With a style reminiscent of Netflix India's "The Romantics," the documentary aims to captivate audiences with its behind-the-scenes look at the influential Roshan family.
Under the direction of Shashi Ranjan, the shooting for the documentary has already commenced, featuring celebrities closely associated with the Roshans. The filmmakers plan to release the documentary by the end of this year or early next year.
In addition to this exciting documentary project, Rakesh Roshan is actively working on the fourth installment of the popular "Krrish" movie franchise.
The highly-anticipated "Krrish 4" is scheduled to begin production in mid-2024. Rakesh has been passionately perfecting the script and concept of the film, aiming to elevate it to the standards of Hollywood superhero movies. To achieve this vision, he has enlisted the talents of director Karan Malhotra, known for his work in "Agneepath."