Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg's much-anticipated biopic on Indian cricket legend Sourav Ganguly is gaining momentum. In an exclusive update, it has been confirmed that Ayushmann Khurrana is now officially on board to lead the project. Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, this sports biopic stands out as one of the most anticipated Hindi films in the pipeline.
Producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, from Luv Films, have made a significant move by pairing Ayushmann Khurrana with director Vikramaditya Motwane for the Sourav Ganguly biopic. This collaboration brings together two accomplished talents with impressive bodies of work, promising an exciting project in the making.
Ayushmann Khurrana, known for his left-handed batting style reminiscent of Sourav Ganguly, is considered a perfect fit for the biopic. Teaming up with director Vikramaditya Motwane, renowned for his work in films like 'Udaan' and 'Lootera', the collaboration is generating excitement. Industry insiders are eagerly anticipating the official announcement, expecting a cinematic masterpiece from this talented duo.
Ayushmann Khurrana has been under discussion for this film since last year and has been the producer's top choice from the start. The formalities have recently been completed, and he has officially signed on for the project. Ayushmann is set to commence his preparations for the role, including months of rigorous cricket training, before the shooting begins. While the exact shooting timeline is yet to be finalized, it is expected to commence in the second half of 2024.
Vikramaditya Motwane was originally the preferred choice to direct the Sourav Ganguly biopic but had initially passed on the project to focus on other commitments. After considering Tamil director Aishwarya Rajinikanth, the makers have now brought Motwane back to helm the film. While the reasons for his return are not clear, Motwane has enthusiastically begun working on the project and is excited about presenting Ganguly's life story in a creative and inventive manner on the screen.