MUMBAI: Indian politics and Bollywood have a long-standing relationship. Some actors drift away from the silver screen and often end up turning politicians, like Jaya Bachchan and Shatrughan Sinha. Kangana Ranaut recently announced her upcoming movie where she will be seen essaying the role of former Indian PM Indira Gandhi. Here is a list of actors who played real-life political personalities in films.

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Anupam Kher as Manmohan Singh

Veteran actor Anupam Kher shot for a movie based on Indian economist and former PM Manmohan Singh. The movie titled The Accidental Prime Minister also starred Akshaye Khanna in a pivotal role. This Anupam Kher starrer was reviewed to an interesting watch for all those who like to know a little more about their leaders. 

Kangana Ranaut as J. Jayalalithaa

Apart from playing Indira Gandhi in an upcoming political drama, Kangana Ranaut also has Thalaivi slated under her name. The actress will essay the role of former Tamil Nadu CM J. Jayalalithaa.

Vivek Oberoi as PM Narendra Modi

Vivek Oberoi played in and as PM Narendra Modi in an Omung Kumar directorial. The movie courted several controversies before the release.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Bal Thackeray

Based on the life of Balasaheb Thackeray, this Nawazuddin Siddiqui-starrer offers a glimpse of forming of Shiv Sena and its influence on Maharashtra. The actor played the lead role alongside Amrita Rao who essayed the role of his wife Meena Tai Thackeray.

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Credits: Times Now