Mumbai: ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEEL) has announced plans to produce a biographical film on the life of Padma Vibhushan Shri Ratan Tata Ji, a renowned Indian business magnate and philanthropist. The film, which will be produced by ZEE Studios, aims to pay tribute to Shri Ratan Tata Ji’s remarkable life and legacy, highlighting his significant contributions to India’s economy and his positive impact on the world.
The project was proposed by Punit Goenka, MD & CEO of ZEEL, as a humble tribute to Shri Ratan Tata Ji’s leadership, vision, compassion, and work ethic. The film will be a biographical account of Shri Ratan Tata Ji’s life, showcasing his entrepreneurial journey, his commitment to social causes, and his inspiring story of success.
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of Shri Ratan Tata Ji, a true icon and a beacon of leadership for multiple generations of Indians,” said Mr. Goenka. “We believe that his life and legacy deserve to be celebrated and shared with the world, especially with the youth. This film will be a fitting tribute to his memory and a way to inspire millions to follow in his footsteps.”
The project has been approved by the ZEEL board, with Chairman R. Gopalan stating, “The entire board is saddened by the fact that India will miss Mr. Tata. We feel that the film will make a positive impact on the world at large, and we are committed to bringing his story to life in a way that will inspire and motivate audiences.”
The film will be produced by ZEE Studios, with Umesh Bansal, Chief Business Officer, stating, “We are honored and proud to work on a full-length documentary/biographical film on the life of Shri Ratan Tata Ji. We believe that it is our duty to celebrate such a great personality and his legacy, and we assure that we will leave no stone unturned to give a true account of his contribution and depict his life in a proper manner.”
The profit generated by ZEE Studios from this movie will be donated towards social causes and helping the needy. To ensure a global reach, ZEE Studios will collaborate with WION (World is One News) as a co-producer, leveraging its reach and large viewership in over 190 countries.
Karan Abhishek Singh, CEO of ZEE Media, added, “All of us at ZEE News group feel privileged to be associated with this desired and timely initiative by ZEEL. We convey our sincere condolences for the departed soul.”
The project is subject to approval from TATA Sons, and ZEE is committed to working closely with the Tata Group to ensure that the film is a fitting tribute to Shri Ratan Tata Ji’s legacy.
