The Beatles - A Four-Film Cinematic Event: Farhan Akhtar to Portray Sitar Legend Ravi Shankar in Upcoming Movie Series
Farhan Akhtar has been cast to portray sitar legend Ravi Shankar in filmmaker Sam Mendes' upcoming four-part movie series about The Beatles, set to hit theaters in April 2028. The film, titled "The Beatles - A Four-Film Cinematic Event," will also feature Lucy Boynton as Jane Asher, Morfydd Clark as Cynthia Lennon, and Harry Lawtey as Stuart Sutcliffe. Each movie in the series will focus on a different member of the iconic British band, formed by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr in 1960. The Beatles are known for hits like "Hey Jude," "I Want to Hold Your Hand," and "Yesterday." The film will explore the band's journey and their musical influences, including Ravi Shankar's impact on George Harrison, who learned the sitar from the Indian maestro. The movie will also delve into the personal lives and relationships of the band members, such as Paul McCartney's ex-girlfriend Jane Asher and Cynthia Powell, John Lennon's first wife. Stuart Sutcliffe, the band's original bass guitarist, will also be a central figure in the film. The Beatles' music and legacy continue to captivate audiences worldwide, and this cinematic event promises to offer a unique perspective on the band's extraordinary story.