Rajkummar Rao has channelled his inner Sourav Ganguly in the first look from the upcoming biopic, Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story. The poster was released on Wednesday to coincide with Sourav Ganguly’s birthday, giving fans their first glimpse of the actor as the former Indian cricket captain.
Rajkummar Rao plays Sourav Ganguly in his biopic
The first look recreates one of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket history. Rajkummar is seen waving his jersey from the Lord’s balcony, mirroring Ganguly’s iconic celebration after India’s unforgettable NatWest Trophy victory over England in 2002.
The image offers a glimpse into the transformation Rajkummar has undergone to step into the shoes of one of India’s most celebrated cricketers. Ganguly’s shirt-waving celebration remains one of the defining moments of his career and is often remembered as a symbol of the fearless attitude he brought to Indian cricket.
The biopic will trace Ganguly’s journey from his early days in cricket to becoming one of India’s most successful and influential captains. It aims to showcase the determination, leadership and resilience that helped reshape Indian cricket and inspired a generation of players.
Along with the poster, the makers also announced the film’s release date. Dada – The Sourav Ganguly Story is set to arrive in cinemas worldwide on May 14, 2027. “Happy Birthday our dearest Dada. @souravganguly,” wrore Rajkummar Rao while sharing the first look.
Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film is produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. It is presented by Gulshan Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, T-Series and DBL under the banner of Luv Films.
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