All You Need To Know About Sourav Ganguly Biopic That'll Likely Have Ranbir Kapoor In Lead Role
If the latest reports are to be believed, Ranbir Kapoor has been roped in to essay the role of the ace cricketer Sourav Ganguly in his biopic, a film that even Sushant Singh Rajput wanted to make. This one will be produced by Luv Ranjan Films.
Bollywood actress Preity Zinta had once said, "Two things in India are religion - one is cricket, and one is movies", and rightly so. Cricket and cinema unite India together. A fusion of the two in sports biopics is often a blockbuster hit. One of the most anticipated sports biopic is that of Sourav Ganguly.
Sourav Ganguly biopic
It has been a while since Sourav Ganguly himself confirmed that a biopic on his life story is in the works. It was revealed that the film will be produced under the banner of Luv Ranjan Films.
"Cricket has been my life, it gave me confidence and the ability to walk forward with my head held high, a journey to be cherished. Thrilled that Luv Films will produce a biopic on my journey and bring it to life for the big screen," Ganguly had said as he made the announcement.
Ranbir Kapoor as Sourav Ganguly
If the latest reports are to be believed, Ranbir Kapoor has been roped in to essay the role of the ace cricketer. While earlier there were some date issues, now it seems Kapoor has given his nod, reports ETimes. It will be interesting to see Kapoor in the role of Ganguly. The last time he essayed the role of Sanjay Dutt in Sanju, he aced his mannerism and looks.
Did you know Sushant Singh Rajput wanted to make Sourav Ganguly biopic?
Sushant's business partner Varun Mathur who was probed by Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the case linked to his death had made the revelation, as per a report on Zee News. It was his dream project.
Ganguly is writing the script of the film himself.
"Actually, I am writing the script of my biopic myself. The screenplay will be discussed with Luv Production House," he was quoted as saying a few weeks ago.
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