The biopic on Indian chess lumbar Viswanathan Anand, which has been long-awaited, is already underway, and it is one of the most thrilling ventures in Indian cinema. The movie is directed by renowned filmmaker Anand L. Rai and stars R. Madhavan as the protagonist, who plays the role of life and journey of the first Indian Grandmaster and five times world chess champion affectionately called Vishy.
The project has been under development since quite long time, and both Anand and Madhavan fans have been anticipating its actualization. The film is meant to follow the remarkable life of Anand, as it is reported, who started off as a young prodigy in Chennai and emerged as the global icon in chess, who made India known to the whole world. It will not only show his victory in the championships but also his life crises, his mind, and his silent resilience that characterized his career.
R. Madhavan who is also capable of playing complicated characters has been reportedly preparing immensely in the role. He has been researching on the mannerisms of Anand, the way he plays, and the psychology of chess so that he can inject reality in his performance. The sources near the production have revealed that Anand himself has been a consultant in the project, and that all the details such as his childhood days and duels in world championships have been captured with ease and heart felt qualities.
Anand L. Rai, director of such films as Tanu Weds Manu, Atrangi Re, has mentioned the project as one of the most inspirational to work on. According to Rai, this path of Anand is the strength of intellect and humility, thus, his life story is both filmic and very human. The movie is set to be a mixture of the real-life and emotional narration with the tensions of the international tournaments and the inner world of the genius who reinvented the game to India.
The shooting is now going on in various sites including Chennai, Madrid and Moscow cities which have a special importance in the life and career of Anand. It is said that the production team has recreated some of the most renowned chess arenas where Anand has competed with his biggest opponents such as Garry Kasparov, Vladimir Kramnik, and Magnus Carlsen.
The announcement has caused excitement among fans of both Madhavan and Anand since its announcement. It is believed that a role of legendary chess player is perfectly performed by Madhavan himself who is a quiet and calm person on the screen. The prior experience of the actor in the biographical dramas such as Rocketry: The Nambi Effect has also helped in giving the audience confidence that the actor will do justice to this role.
The movie should explore the personal philosophy of Anand, the relaxation of his manner during stressful times and the revolutionary impact he has had on the Indian chess. It will touch upon how he grew into a great strategic leader in the world and this is because initially he could learn chess playing as a boy by his mother. With this film adventure, viewers will be able to see not only his successes but also the difficulties that he went through when representing India at the international level.
Vishy Anand biopic is poised to be one of the most expected sport drama films in the year. The film is an inspiring one with a stellar blend of direction by Anand L. Rai and the sensitive acting of R. Madhavan that will lead to reason the next generation to think beyond the box and embrace the game of wit and patience Anand played so naturally.
