Dada on the Big Screen: Rajkummar Rao to Play Sourav Ganguly in Biopic”
Dada on the Big Screen: Rajkummar Rao to Play Sourav Ganguly in Biopic"
Bollywood’s Rajkummar Rao is set to bring Sourav Ganguly’s legendary journey to life in an upcoming biopic. The much-anticipated film, chronicling the rise of one of India’s most iconic cricket captains, has already generated excitement among fans.
Confirming the project, Ganguly acknowledged some scheduling challenges but assured that the biopic is very much in progress. However, audiences might have to wait over a year before it hits the big screens.
A Story Worth Telling
The film will showcase Ganguly’s inspiring cricketing career, his leadership that transformed Team India, and his defining moments on and off the field. Given his massive fan following, the biopic is expected to draw significant attention in India and globally.
Rajkummar Rao Steps Into the Role
Known for his versatility, Rajkummar Rao was officially chosen for the role, edging out other contenders, including Ayushmann Khurrana, who reportedly stepped away due to concerns over the excessive number of biopics in Bollywood.
Bollywood’s Love for Cricket Biopics
The Ganguly biopic will join the ranks of MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, Azhar, and Shabaash Mithu, films that have captured the spirit of Indian cricket. Ganguly’s journey was previously explored in the 2012 documentary, The Warrior Prince: Sourav Ganguly.
What’s Next for Rajkummar Rao?
Apart from this high-profile role, Rao will be seen next in Bhool Chuk Maaf with Wamiqa Gabbi and the upcoming gangster drama Maalik, slated for release on June 20, 2025.
With this ambitious project, Rajkummar Rao continues to solidify his status as one of Bollywood’s most bankable and versatile stars.
