A film based on the life of classical singer M.S. Subbulakshmi is in the works. Rashmika Mandanna will be seen portraying the legendary singer. She had previously shared this information via her social media account. Yesterday, on September 16—marking M.S. Subbulakshmi's 110th birth anniversary—Kamal Haasan officially announced the film at an event held in Bengaluru.

What is the title of the biopic?
The biopic of 'MS Amma' is titled *MS - A Legacy on Screen*. Rashmika Mandanna is set to play the role of Subbulakshmi. Superstar Kamal Haasan launched the film. At the event, the veteran actor compared the pressure of portraying the legendary singer to that of playing Michael Jackson.

Kamal Haasan remarked that playing this role entails the same kind of pressure an actor would feel while portraying a global icon like Michael Jackson. Notably, the makers also unveiled the title and the first look of the film, which was officially launched on M.S. Subbulakshmi's 110th birth anniversary.

Kamal Haasan gave the first clap.
Kamal Haasan gave the first clap at the launch event. Veteran producer Mani Ratnam also joined Rashmika and Kamal Haasan at the program. Rashmika expressed her gratitude for being part of the project, while Kamal Haasan spoke about M.S. Subbulakshmi's musical legacy and the challenge of bringing her story to the screen.

Kamal Haasan discussed M.S. Subbulakshmi's legacy and her contribution to music. He noted that her songs, sung in various languages, helped bring people together. He said, "Amma worked to unite people through her music."

Rashmika made this promise to the audience.
Speaking about playing this role at the event, Rashmika said, "I feel very proud to be speaking before all of you." "At this moment, there is only one feeling in my heart, and that is gratitude. You have all gathered here to celebrate Amma's birthday. Thank you very much. When I hear her voice, filled with divine power, I truly feel as though I am sitting in the presence of the Divine." Rashmika also promised the audience that she would give her best for this role.

**Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gets emotional at the event**
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended an event in Bengaluru marking the 110th birth anniversary of the renowned Carnatic singer M.S. Subbulakshmi. She participated as the chief guest. During the event, she became emotional while listening to a song. Subbulakshmi's great-granddaughters also gave a performance.

Born on September 6, 1916, in Madurai, Subbulakshmi was the first musician to receive the highest civilian honour, the 'Bharat Ratna'. She was conferred this honour in 1998. She also became the first Indian musician to perform at the United Nations General Assembly in 1966. She passed away in Chennai on December 11, 2004, at the age of 88.

PC Social Media