Renowned filmmaker Karan Johar, through his banner Dharma Productions in collaboration with Leo Media Collective, has officially announced a grand feature film based on the legendary life of Rameshwar Nath Kao, the founding chief of India’s external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW). The untitled espionage drama is based on author Nitin Gokhale’s acclaimed book Gentleman Spymaster, detailing the historic events and strategic genius that shaped Indian intelligence between 1955 and 1971.
Marking the 58th anniversary of the founding of R&AW, the project aims to bring the captivating journey of India’s iconic spymaster to the big screen, highlighting his instrumental role during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. The makers have locked the official theatrical release date for August 11, 2028, strategically aligning with the Independence Day weekend and honoring six decades of the intelligence agency’s legacy.
While the core creative team has revealed that principal photography is scheduled to commence by mid-2026, details regarding the lead cast and director are currently being kept strictly under wraps by the production houses. However, industry insiders confirm that a top Bollywood A-lister is expected to spearhead the titular role, with further character announcements expected as the film progresses into production.
This high-octane project represents another major partnership between Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective, following their previous joint ventures Bad Newz and Kesari: Chapter 2. As the film delves deep into the origin story of R&AW, fans of true-event political thrillers and spy sagas are anticipating a compelling cinematic experience that honors one of India’s greatest unseen heroes on the global stage.
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