Huma Qureshi takes on the role of chef Tarla Dalal for a new biopic, fans think she is unrecognizable
In her next film, Huma Qureshi will play renowned chef Tarla Dalal. Tarla was an Indian food writer, chef, cookbook author, and cooking show host who specialized in Gujarati cuisine.
BollywoodMDB Team | Updated On: Apr 20, 2022 06:48 PM IST
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Huma Qureshi is all set to play Tarla Dalal, a best-selling cookbook author and home chef, in the upcoming biopic Tarla. The film will be produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, and Nitesh Tiwari. Nitesh Tiwari's longtime colleague Piyush Gupta, who has worked on films like Dangal and Chhichhore, makes his directorial debut with the film.
Dalal, who is known for hosting famous cooking shows such as The Tarla Dalal Show and Cook It Up With Tarla Dalal, has written over 100 cookbooks and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2007. She died in 2013 at the age of 77.
Huma Qureshi took to Instagram to unveil the first look poster for Tarla Dalal's biopic and to reveal that filming has begun. She wrote in the caption, “#Tarla ke tadke se aata hai mann mein ek hi sawaal Kab milega mauka to experience unke swaad ka kamaal Miliye Tarla Dalal se aur jaaniye unki masaledaar kahaani Filming now (sic)!”
When it came to saying yes to the project, Huma said, “Tarla Dalal reminds me of my childhood. My mom had a copy of her book in the kitchen and would often try many of her recipes for my school tiffin. I also clearly remember the time when I helped mom make Tarla’s homemade mango ice cream. This role has taken me back to those sweet childhood memories and I am very thankful to Ronnie, Ashwini and Nitesh for having faith in me to play this awe-inspiring character.”
Director Piyush Gupta said, “I am delighted to have the opportunity to illustrate Tarla Dalal’s life on screen. Being a foodie myself, the intention is to make this film a treat for all food lovers to gorge on.”
Tarla is a collaboration between RSVP and Earth Sky.
