'Enough biopics now, please!': Sourav Ganguly¡¯s life to hit big screen with Rajkummar Rao as lead; internet seem unexcited

Former cricketer Sourav Ganguly's biopic is finally confirmed, and Bollywood star Rajkummar Rao is set to play the lead role in his upcoming biopic. According to Bollywood Life, the actor has confirmed the role after Sourav Ganguly confirmed the role in an earlier interview. Amid the hype, it seems the internet doesn't want any more biopics.

In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Rajkummar Rao confirmed the news that had been circulating around for a while. The National Award-winning actor said, "Now that Dada has already said it, let me also make it official ¨C yes, I am playing him in his biopic."

Rao further added that he is confident about getting the Bengali accent right on screen.

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Rajkummar Rao admitted to being extremely nervous about Sourav Ganguly's role

During the interview, the actor admitted to being extremely nervous about his role in Sourav Ganguly's biopic. He said, ¡°I am nervous... It's a huge responsibility, but it's going to be a lot of fun."

He acknowledged his involvement in the project for the first time. While Ganguly had earlier spoken about the film's casting and had also hinted at this development.

Rao is also confident about getting the Bengali accent on the screen. While Ganguly has already mentioned that the makers have chosen the right person for the role, he will be helping the actor in making sure that the film stays true to the real story.

Remembering Lords at Eden Gardens with Dada. Our captain took off the T shirt and waved it from the balcony after the Natwest final but the sweater is framed here. Always a pleasure meeting the great Sourav Ganguly.?? pic.twitter.com/OWREfSM47d

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Netizens react to Sourav Ganguly's biopic and Rajkummar Rao as lead

As Rajkummar Rao confirmed that he is going to play the lead in Sourav Ganguly's biopic, it seems the news did not sit well with the netizens.

Amid this, a Reddit thread grabbed attention and sparked discussions. One user wrote on the post with a title, "Rajkumar Rao Confirmed he will be playing Sourav Ganguly in his Biopic" that "Don't know if we needed another sports biopic but I'm sure Rajkummar will do a good job."

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While another said, "Dude biopic,sequels,remake bullywood wake up."

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"Enough biopics now please!," another added.

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"I am so bored of these biopics, also i don't think Ganguly's life has been super amazing at all."

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"No hate but seeing Rajkumar Rao is so many average freaking movies has reduced his pull for me and I don¡¯t feel any excitement about this."

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About Sourav Ganguly's biopic

The biopic seeks to portray Sourav Ganguly¡¯s life and career on the big screen. Although the project has been underway for a while, important details like the director and full cast remain undisclosed.

Ganguly previously mentioned that the film could take over a year to be released.