Spy films that combine action, thriller, suspense, and patriotism are always popular on the big screen. Films such as Pathan, Tiger, War, and Dhurandhar have brought huge box office revenues. The film Dhurandhar became one of the biggest in Bollywood, based on the real life of a RAW spy.
The History of the RAW Founder
Stories of RAW are often discussed in podcasts or interviews where agents describe how they infiltrate foreign countries for surveillance and the dangers they face. However, few people know who conceived the idea behind the creation of RAW in India. Now, film director Karan Johar has taken on this task.
Film director Karan Johar announced six years ago his plans to make a movie about Rameshwar Nath Kao (R.N. Kao), who was the head and founder of RAW. This project remained dormant for a long time, but now its release date is known. Johar plans to release his film on August 11, 2028, marking the 60th anniversary of RAW's establishment. The film will be based on Nitin Gohle's book, 'R.N. Kao: Gentleman Spymaster'. Johar is creating this film in collaboration with his company Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective.
Johar stated at the film announcement: 'He created what was invisible... but his influence will remain in history forever.' He added that today marks the 58th anniversary of RAW, and they are pleased to announce the creation of a film about its founder, R.N. Kao. R.N. Kao played a key role in the creation of this organization, working behind the scenes, and it is now known as RAW. The film will also show the story of his first mission.
Who Was R.N. Kao?
Currently, it is unknown who will direct this film or which actor will play the role of R.N. Kao. The story will show moments from R.N. Kao's life in 1955, explaining the circumstances of RAW's founding. The narrative will then move to the agency's first major assignment during the war with Pakistan in 1971.
Before taking charge of RAW, R.N. Kao headed the Aeronautical Research Centre of the Intelligence Bureau. He also closely collaborated with the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Kao participated in many confidential intelligence operations and played an important role in the events related to the formation of Bangladesh in 1971.


