Washington, Oct 4: US based television channel 'Lifetime' is developing a movie on the life of Lady Gaga.

'Fame Monster: The Lady Gaga Story' written by Norman Snider will be based on the life of the pop star and will show the struggle of a young rebellious girl named Stefani Germanotta who dreams of fame and later on in life becomes a multi million selling pop star.

The channel has sent out a casting call to find an actress to play the superstar in the movie, which will follow the life of the 'You and I' from her upbringing in New York to her present day worldwide success.

As for the requirements for the job, the brief stated that "singing is preferred but not required," Contactmusic reported.

Lady Gaga herself will not be involved in the project. (ANI)