Mahesh Narayanan to make biopic on former Indian F1 racing driver Narain Karthikeyan: 'It’s about believing in yourself...'

Director Mahesh Narayanan is now gearing up to step into Tamil cinema and is reportedly working on a biographical drama centred around India’s first Formula One driver, Narain Karthikeyan. After Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' became a global sensation, Mahesh is all set to make a racing-themed film with Narain.


According to Variety, the film is currently titled 'NK370'. Narain spoke about getting a film made about his life: “Motorsport gave me everything. This film gives that story to the world,” he reportedly stated.


Mahesh also shared what drew him to the subject: “Narain Karthikeyan’s journey isn’t just about racing. It’s about believing in yourself, your country, and a dream no one else can see. That’s what drew me to this story,” the Malik director said.


A Look at Narain Karthikeyan’s Racing Legacy




Narain Karthikeyan, who hails from Coimbatore, is India’s former Formula One driver, who competed between 2005 and 2012. He was inspired by his father, Karthikeyan, a former Indian national rally champion.


He participated in a variety of prestigious motorsport events, including NASCAR, Auto GP, the Super GT Series in Japan, Super Formula, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. His last stint in single-seaters concluded in 2019. Narain was conferred with the Padma Shri in 2010.


What’s Next for Mahesh Narayanan?



On the work front, Mahesh is currently busy with the production of his next Malayalam film, tentatively titled 'MMMN'. The high-octane spy action drama stars Mammootty in the lead and also boasts an ensemble cast. The film is also expected to feature Mohanlal in a key role, and recent reports suggest that the title may be Patriot. An official confirmation is still awaited. Kunchacko Boban, Fahadh Faasil, and Nayanthara are also set to play key roles in the film.