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Ayushmann, not Rajkumar, was the makers' first choice for Ganguly's biopic! The actor praises the film's poster
Dada The Sourav Ganguly Story: The first poster of Sourav Ganguly's biopic, "Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story," has been released. Rajkummar Rao will play the former Indian captain in the film. According to reports, Rajkummar Rao was not the makers' first choice for the role.
The first poster of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly's biopic 'Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story' has been released. Rajkummar Rao will be seen playing the role of the former Indian captain in the film. Along with this first look released on the occasion of Sourav Ganguly's birthday, the makers have also announced its release date. The film will be released in theatres worldwide on May 14, 2027. Fans are eagerly waiting for its release after seeing the first look of the film. According to reports, Rajkummar Rao was not the makers' first choice for this film.
Rao was not the first choice
According to reports, Rajkummar Rao was not the makers' first choice for the Sourav Ganguly biopic. Ayushmann Khurrana was initially offered the role of former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly. However, negotiations fell through, and the key role eventually went to Rajkummar Rao. Ayushmann Khurrana has also praised the film's first look, commenting on the film's poster.
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The first poster of the film was released
In the film's first look poster, Rajkummar Rao recreates one of the most iconic moments in Sourav Ganguly's career. In the film, Sourav Ganguly is seen waving his jersey on the Lord's balcony after the historic NatWest Trophy victory over England in 2002. His celebration is still considered one of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket. It is considered a hallmark of Sourav Ganguly's fearless captaincy and a new era for Team India.
The story of Sourav Ganguly
Rajkummar Rao's re-enactment of this historic moment on screen has generated considerable buzz among cricket and cinema lovers. The film "Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story" will depict Sourav Ganguly's journey from a young cricketer to becoming a successful and influential captain of the Indian team. The film will bring to the big screen his story of hard work, struggle, fearless leadership, and the new direction he shaped for Indian cricket.
Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film is produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. The film is presented by T-Series, DBL, and Luv Films. Following the release of the first look, audiences' curiosity and anticipation for the film has skyrocketed. Fans are eagerly awaiting the story of Sourav Ganguly on the big screen.
