To mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday a new biopic titled Maa Vande has been announced. The film is being made by veteran filmmaker Kranthi Kumar C.H. which will feature Malayalam superstar Unni Mukundan. The story will cover Modi’s life journey from his early days in Gujarat through his rise to become India’s leader. But what makes it especially personal is its focus on his relationship with his mother Late Heeraben Modi and the influence she had on shaping his values and spirit. Who is Unni Mukundan? Unni Mukundan is an Indian actor screenwriter and singer primarily known for his work in Malayalam cinema with occasional roles in Telugu and Tamil films. Born on September 22 1987 in Thrissur Kerala he was raised in Ahmedabad Gujarat. He made his acting debut in 2011 with the Tamil film Seedan and gained recognition in Malayalam cinema with Mallu Singh (2012). Unni is known for his physique action roles and emotional depth in films like Meppadiyan Malikappuram Achayans Jai Ganesh and Clint. Which was the last film in which Unni Mukundan worked? Unni Mukundan was last seen in the action-packed Malayalam film Marco which hit theatres on December 20 2024. Directed by Haneef Adeni the film featured Unni in a bold and rugged avatar portraying the titular role of Marco Jr. a gangster with a complex past. The film was praised for its stylish cinematography intense action sequences and Unni Mukundan’s powerful screen presence. His performance especially his physical transformation and emotional depth was widely appreciated by both critics and fans reaffirming his place as a bankable star in Malayalam cinema which earned Rs 115 crore. Why Unni Mukundan fits the role? Unni Mukundan hails from Thrissur Kerala and started his film journey in 2011. Over the years he’s worked across industries (Malayalam Telugu etc.) gaining recognition for both his emotional range and action ability. He first came to know PM Modi when the latter was Chief Minister of Gujarat (since Unni grew up partly in Ahmedabad). A meeting in April 2023 left a strong impression on him. For Unni becoming Modi on screen feels personal as well as artistic. Story Highlights A new biopic titled Maa Vande will be made to mark PM Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday. Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan has been cast to play the role of Modi in this emotional and personal story. The film focuses not only on Modi’s political rise but also on his deep bond with his mother Late Heeraben Modi. Unni’s background emotional depth and connection to Gujarat make him a fitting choice for the role. Maa Vande is an upcoming biopic that explores Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s life journey placing special emphasis on his relationship with his mother. With Unni Mukundan in the lead the film promises to deliver both emotional intensity and an inspiring portrayal.