Malayalam filmmaker Srinath Rajendran is set to direct a new film based on the life of notorious conman Dhani Ram Mittal. Known for his involvement in over 130 vehicle theft cases, Mittal, often referred to as ‘Super Natwarlal’ and ‘Indian Charles Sobhraj’, passed away at the age of 85 in April 2024.
The film is inspired by the book ‘MoneyRam,’ co-authored by Preeti Aggarwal and Chetan Unniyal, and promises to explore the intriguing life of Mittal. The project, produced by Insomnia Media and Content Services Limited in association with Pretty Pictures, is slated to begin shooting in 2025.
Speaking about the project, Srinath Rajendran expressed his excitement: “Cinema today transcends borders and languages. I am thrilled to embark on this new journey in Hindi cinema. Dhani Ram Mittal, or ‘MoneyRam,’ is arguably the most fascinating conman in modern Indian history, and I can’t wait to bring his story to the big screen.”
The screenplay for the film is currently in development, with the movie set to be shot in Hindi and released in Hindi, Malayalam, and Telugu, aiming to captivate a Pan-Indian audience. With its compelling subject matter, the film is expected to resonate with audiences across multiple languages and regions
