Sourav Ganguly Biopic: Rajkummar Rao to Portray Former Indian Cricket Captain on the Big Screen

Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao is set to take on the role of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly in an upcoming biopic, as confirmed by the legendary cricketer himself. Speaking to the media, Ganguly revealed that while Rao is the top choice for the role, the project might take longer than expected due to scheduling conflicts.

“From what I’ve heard, Rajkummar Rao will play the role… but there are issues of dates… so it will take more than a year to hit the screens,” Ganguly stated

The film, which will delve into Ganguly’s remarkable journey from a budding cricketer in Kolkata to leading Team India and later heading the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is expected to be one of the most anticipated sports biopics in Bollywood.

A Look Back at Sourav Ganguly’s Illustrious Career

Known as the ‘Prince of Kolkata’, Sourav Ganguly is one of India’s most celebrated cricket captains. His aggressive leadership and fearless attitude on the field transformed Indian cricket, making it a formidable force in world cricket.

During his career, Ganguly played 113 Test matches and 311 One Day Internationals (ODIs) for India. A prolific left-handed batsman, he amassed a staggering 18,575 runs across all formats, establishing himself as one of the finest cricketers of his generation.

His captaincy is best remembered for leading India to the final of the 2003 Cricket World Cup, where the team put up a stellar performance before losing to Australia. Under his leadership, India also secured 21 Test victories, many of which were against formidable teams on foreign soil—something that was rare for Indian cricket at the time.

Post-retirement, Ganguly continued to shape Indian cricket off the field. He became the President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) before assuming the role of BCCI President in October 2022. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in shaping policies that benefited Indian cricket, particularly in the domestic and grassroots levels.

Rajkummar Rao’s Upcoming Projects

While fans eagerly await the release of the Sourav Ganguly biopic, Rajkummar Rao remains busy with an exciting slate of upcoming films. The versatile actor, known for his stellar performances in films like Newton, Stree, and Shahid, is currently gearing up for his next release, ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’, alongside Wamiqa Gabbi.

The teaser of Bhool Chuk Maaf was recently unveiled, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect. The film revolves around a mysterious time loop, where Rajkummar’s character finds himself reliving the same day over and over again. The teaser features a nostalgic twist with the song ‘Chor Bazaari’ from the hit film Love Aaj Kal (2009) playing in the background—an interesting connection, as Wamiqa Gabbi had a minor role in the original film.

Directed by Karan Sharma, Bhool Chuk Maaf is produced under Maddock Films in association with Amazon MGM Studios.

Apart from Bhool Chuk Maaf, Rajkummar Rao is also set to star in ‘Maalik’, an intense action drama produced by Kumar Taurani (Tips Films) and Jay Shewakramani (Northern Lights Films). The film is set for a theatrical release on June 20, 2025.

What to Expect from the Sourav Ganguly Biopic

Sports biopics have carved a special place in Bollywood, with films like MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, 83, and Chak De! India garnering massive success. Given Ganguly’s stature and his incredible journey in cricket, the biopic is expected to attract significant attention from both cricket and cinema fans.

While the film is still in its early stages of development, fans are already speculating about the finer details—who will play the supporting roles, which milestones from Ganguly’s career will be highlighted, and how the film will portray his famous on-field rivalries and off-field controversies.

Final Thoughts

With Rajkummar Rao taking on the challenging role of Sourav Ganguly, Bollywood is set to bring another inspiring cricketing story to life. While the film’s release may take some time, the anticipation continues to build. Meanwhile, fans can look forward to Rao’s upcoming projects, Bhool Chuk Maaf and Maalik, before he steps into the shoes of one of India’s most iconic cricket captains.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated sports biopic! 🎬🏏