Mumbai, November 8: On the 101st birth anniversary of the legendary dancer Sitara Devi, a film based on her life’s journey has been officially announced. The film is going to be produced by Raj C Anand under his own banner Raj Anand Movies. Ranjit Barot, Sitara Devi’s son, has taken the responsibility of guiding the project’s research team by providing them with valuable inputs.

 

 

Ranjit said, “I am excited that a film is being made on her mother’s life. When Raj Anand (producer) came to me with the idea of making a film on her, I realized it is coming from a very genuine space of enthusiasm and admiration towards my mother who was an iconic artist. We intend to bring to the screen the untold story of her life through this endeavor.”

 

 

Sitara Devi was also a recipient of several awards, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Padma Shri, and Kalidas Samman, amongst many others.

 

She was honoured with the Legends of India Lifetime Achievement Award 2011 for her contribution to the classical dance genre for more than 6 decades.