From 83 to Liger, These Upcoming Sports Biopics Will Move You to Edge of Your Seats
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From 83 to Liger, These Upcoming Sports Biopics Will Move You to Edge of Your Seats

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Great sports stories transcend the audiences. Good Luck Sakhi Helmed by Nagesh Kukunoor starring Keerthy Suresh, Aadhi, and Jagapathi Babu in key roles, the film revolves around shooting. Yuvraj Singh’s biopic All-rounder Yuvraj Singh played an instrumental role in bringing the 2011 Cricket World Cup to India. Liger With a boxing-centric theme, Puri Jagannath’s upcoming film Liger starring Vijay Devarakonda and Ananya Pandey in the lead will be released on April 1, 2022. Maidaan Amit Sharma’s directorial starring Ajay Devgn and Priyamani in the lead roles, the sports drama is inspired by the life of Indian football coach Syed Abdul Rahim.

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‘83 director Kabir Khan on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: It was my ode to what I saw around me as a child
1 year, 5 months ago

‘83 director Kabir Khan on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: It was my ode to what I saw around me as a child

The Hindu  

Kabir Khan was just in his teens when India scripted history by clinching the World Cup in 1983. On the 40th anniversary of the 1983 title win, Khan talks to Sportstar about the real-to-reel journey… What’s the first memory that comes to your mind when we talk about the 1983 World Cup? Years later, what prompted you to choose India’s …

1983 World Cup: Five lesser-known facts about Kapil Dev-led India's iconic triumph
1 year, 5 months ago

1983 World Cup: Five lesser-known facts about Kapil Dev-led India's iconic triumph

Hindustan Times  

Today, June 25, we celebrate the 40th year since India’s famous victory in the 1983 ODI World Cup, as Kapil Dev’s underdogs broke up the monopoly the West Indies had been running on the format and scripted a tale which is spoken about with reverence and nostalgia even today. The 1983 World Cup win has become synonymous with Indian cricket, …

1983 World Cup Win: 40 Years To The Day Kapil Dev & Co. Achieved The Unimaginable
1 year, 6 months ago

1983 World Cup Win: 40 Years To The Day Kapil Dev & Co. Achieved The Unimaginable

ABP News  

On June 25, 1983, the Kapil Dev-led Indian team beat the mighty West Indies in a thriling final at the Lord's in London to become the World Champions for the first-time ever. There were several instances during India's 1983 World Cup campaign when it felt that perhaps it was too much to ask from the team to go on to …

40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup: Kapil’s Devils and how their successful WC campaigns panned out
1 year, 6 months ago

40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup: Kapil’s Devils and how their successful WC campaigns panned out

The Hindu  

If you have trouble viewing this package, Kabir Khan was just in his teens when India scripted history by clinching the World Cup in 1983. On the 40th anniversary of the 1983 title win, Khan talks to Sportstar about the real-to-reel journey… India’s 1983 World Cup win was a historic moment in the game’s tradition. Several people watched Kapil Dev …

On This Day: Kapil Dev-led India win maiden World Cup title in 1983
2 years, 5 months ago

On This Day: Kapil Dev-led India win maiden World Cup title in 1983

Firstpost  

India won the 1983 World Cup on this day by beating heavyweights and two-time defending champions West Indies in the final. One of the most euphoric moments for Indian cricket arrived 39 years ago at Lord’s as India, under the leadership of Kapil Dev, won the World Cup for the first time. After coming through a dramatic campaign, India headed …

Makers of '83' to stick to screening schedule till eight weeks are over
2 years, 11 months ago

Makers of '83' to stick to screening schedule till eight weeks are over

India TV News  

The makers of the cricket drama '83', whose screening schedule got derailed by the Covid-19 surge, are committed not to take the OTT route before it completes eight weeks of its theatrical release. The Kabir Khan film led by Ranveer Singh, which retraces the path to India's historic World Cup win at Lord's on June 25, 1983, was released worldwide …

83 box office collection: Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone starrer sees huge drop
2 years, 11 months ago

83 box office collection: Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone starrer sees huge drop

India TV News  

Highlights Ranveer Singh starrer saw a huge drop in its collection at the box office '83' narrates the journey of India's triumph at the 1983 World Cup The film features Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev and Deepika Padukone as his wife Romi Dev Ranveer Singh starrer '83' saw a huge fall in collections on its second Monday at the box …

83 star Ranveer Singh would tell 'that kid from Band Baaja Baaraat' to calm down: Interview
2 years, 11 months ago

83 star Ranveer Singh would tell 'that kid from Band Baaja Baaraat' to calm down: Interview

India Today  

Ranveer Singh is living the dream - much like his Twitter bio. In an exclusive conversation with IndiaToday.in, Ranveer Singh opened up on box office collections, how he's changed as a person and the one advice he would like to give his younger self. The one thing that resonated with the audience was that they thought they were going to …

Ranveer Singh’s 83 to Release on OTT Platform? Director Kabir Khan Answers
2 years, 11 months ago

Ranveer Singh’s 83 to Release on OTT Platform? Director Kabir Khan Answers

News 18  

Kabir Khan’s 83, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, has been garnering a whole lot of praise from movies critics and cine-lovers ever since it opened in theatres on December 24. Now, director Kabir Khan has revealed in an interview with mid-day that the film might stream on an OTT platform due to the sudden rise of COVID-19 cases …

Rajinikanth reviews Ranveer Singh's film 83, calls it 'magnificent'
2 years, 11 months ago

Rajinikanth reviews Ranveer Singh's film 83, calls it 'magnificent'

India TV News  

Highlights For the film, Ranveer Singh has stepped into the shoes of Kapil Dev '83' showcases the journey of India's triumph at the 1983 World Cup the film has received positive response from audience and critics alike '83' is currently garnering massive love from both cricket and Bollywood lovers cherishing the Ranveer Singh-starrer on the journey of India's triumph at …

Rajinikanth Praises Ranveer Singh's Film 83, Calls It 'Magnificent'
2 years, 11 months ago

Rajinikanth Praises Ranveer Singh's Film 83, Calls It 'Magnificent'

News 18  

Megastar Rajinikanth took to Twitter on Tuesday, December 28 to laud Ranveer Singh’s film 83. Many congratulations to the producers @kabirkhankk @therealkapildev @RanveerOfficial @JiivaOfficial and all the cast and crew …” The film, which was released on December 24 revolves around India’s historic win in the 1983 cricket World Cup. After the special screening of the film prior to its …

83 box office day 3: Ranveer’s film ‘disappoints’, falls short of ₹50 crore
2 years, 11 months ago

83 box office day 3: Ranveer’s film ‘disappoints’, falls short of ₹50 crore

Hindustan Times  

Kabir Khan’s sports drama 83, starring Ranveer Singh as former cricketer Kapil Dev, earned ₹47 crore in its opening weekend. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the figures on Twitter and expressed disappointment with its box office collection so far. “#83TheFilm disappoints… Biz witnessed slight growth *outside metros* on Day 3, but not enough to cover lost ground… The jump on …

How Kabir Khan, Ranveer Singh, and team 83 take me back to when I witnessed India's maiden cricket World Cup victory
2 years, 11 months ago

How Kabir Khan, Ranveer Singh, and team 83 take me back to when I witnessed India's maiden cricket World Cup victory

Firstpost  

This script had been penned on lush English grass over a few dramatic weeks in the summer of 1983, when director Kabir Khan and I were both an impressionable 15. Then, sprinting into the frame seemingly from nowhere to take Vivian Richards’ catch, came the man who would change the future of Indian cricket — Kapil Dev. I have always …

‘83’ movie review: Ranveer Singh is the throbbing heart of this carnival of a film
3 years ago

‘83’ movie review: Ranveer Singh is the throbbing heart of this carnival of a film

The Hindu  

What new legend could director Kabir Khan add to India’s improbable, yet well-deserved victory at the 1983 Cricket World Cup? The discerning even feel that a documentary could have been a better choice to depict one of India’s biggest triumphs in team sports; many would not like to contaminate their cherished memories of watching the World Cup on a black-and-white …

Deepika poses with family, Ranveer gets tight hug from Kapil Dev at 83 premiere. Watch
3 years ago

Deepika poses with family, Ranveer gets tight hug from Kapil Dev at 83 premiere. Watch

India Today  

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone looked gorgeous at the 83 premiere that took place in Mumbai last night. RANVEER, DEEPIKA POSE FOR PICTURES AT 83 PREMIERE While Ranveer Singh got a tight hug from Kapil Dev, Deepika Padukone was spotted posing for the paps with her family. Ranveer Singh plays the role of cricket legend Kapil Dev, while Deepika Padukone …

Ranveer Singh enacts viral 'What else we here for' scene with OG Kapil Dev on Stars of 83
3 years ago

Ranveer Singh enacts viral 'What else we here for' scene with OG Kapil Dev on Stars of 83

India Today  

Ranveer Singh-starrer 83, based on India's 1983 World Cup win is set to hit the theatres on December 24. While speaking to India Today Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, on Stars of 83 - a special show, Ranveer was seen revealing his favourite Kapil Dev moment. Along with the star cast of the film, cricketers like Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Syed …

Ranveer Singh breaks down on Stars of 83 show with Rajdeep Sardesai
3 years ago

Ranveer Singh breaks down on Stars of 83 show with Rajdeep Sardesai

India Today  

Ranveer Singh-starrer 83 is based on India's 1983 World Cup win. While speaking to India Today Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, on Stars of 83 - a special show, Ranveer was seen in tears at the mere thought of being a part of a film that presents India's historical win on celluloid. Along with the star cast of the film, cricketers …

83 director Kabir Khan says Ranveer Singh was my 1st and only choice to play Kapil Dev: Interview
3 years ago

83 director Kabir Khan says Ranveer Singh was my 1st and only choice to play Kapil Dev: Interview

India Today  

One of the most awaited films of the year, 83, is just a few days away from its release. In an exclusive chat with IndiaToday.in, 83 director Kabir Khan talked about his experience of making the sports drama and how Ranveer Singh prepped to play Kapil Dev. ON HOW RANVEER SINGH PREPARED TO PORTRAY KAPIL DEV There were rumours that …

'There, There, There': Funny Clip From 83 Shows How Kapil Dev Set Field in WC Final
3 years ago

'There, There, There': Funny Clip From 83 Shows How Kapil Dev Set Field in WC Final

News 18  

The makers are leaving no stone unturned to maintain the hype and excitement around the upcoming biographical sports drama ‘83’ starring Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone. Now, Ranveer Singh has shared a video of Indian Cricket legends sharing an interesting anecdote from their experience at the 1983 cricket World Cup. In the clip, Ranveer, who is playing former Indian captain …

Pankaj Tripathi on Being Humiliated by Industry Peers in His Career: I Moved On
3 years ago

Pankaj Tripathi on Being Humiliated by Industry Peers in His Career: I Moved On

News 18  

Pankaj Tripathi started off his acting journey by doing character roles and now, not only is he a leading man in films but his addition to the cast makes it something to look forward to for the fans. Recently, the Mirzapur actor was asked in an interview if he had ever made somebody in the film industry eat their words …

Rajkumar Hirani reminisces memories of historic 1983 World Cup win | VIDEO
3 years ago

Rajkumar Hirani reminisces memories of historic 1983 World Cup win | VIDEO

India TV News  

After unveiling the inspiring trailer of the highly-anticipated movie '83' recently, the makers have now released yet another impressive video featuring the prolific filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, reminiscing memories of the 1983 Cricket World Cup. Building the anticipation even further, the new video features the successful filmmaker speaking his heart out about the historic Cricket World Cup win of 1983, citing …

Mumbai Police uses Ranveer Singh's 83 dialogue to spread awareness about masks
3 years ago

Mumbai Police uses Ranveer Singh's 83 dialogue to spread awareness about masks

India Today  

When it comes to sharing advisory posts about important issues, trust the Mumbai Police to keep up with the trends while doing so. With the new variant of coronavirus spreading alarm worldwide, Mumbai Police took to Twitter and Instagram to share an advisory post about the importance of wearing masks at all times. The department took the help of Ranveer …

Bollywood - Hindustan Times
3 years ago

Bollywood - Hindustan Times

Hindustan Times  

The trailer of Ranveer Singh-starrer sports drama 83 is finally out and has impressed viewers as well as people from the film industry. Dia Mirza and R Madhavan said they got goosebumps on watching the trailer while Karan Johar called it a ‘bonafide blockbuster’. Congratulations to @kabirkhankk @RanveerOfficial @deepikapadukone and the entire team.” Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani also praised the 83 …

83 Trailer Gave Me Goosebumps, Says Former Indian Cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth
3 years ago

83 Trailer Gave Me Goosebumps, Says Former Indian Cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth

News 18  

The trailer of one of the most anticipate films 83, which is directed by Kabir Khan, was released online today. The film stars Ranveer Singh as legendary cricketer Kapil Dev and captures Team India’s journey to a historic 1983 World Cup win. Apart from Singh, the much-awaited film stars Deepika Padukone, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jiiva, Saqib Saleem, Harrdy Sandhu, Ammy …

83 trailer: Ranveer Singh wins hearts as Kapil Dev; watch video
3 years ago

83 trailer: Ranveer Singh wins hearts as Kapil Dev; watch video

Firstpost  

83 Trailer Released: The trailer of Kabir Khan’s much-awaited movie 83 is finally out. Ranveer Singh is a spitting image of Kapil Dev, while Deepika Padukone makes a short appearance in the trailer as Romi Dev. The film stars Ranveer Singh as former captain Kapil Dev, and follows team India’s victory at the 1983 Cricket World Cup The under 4-minute …

83 teaser: Ranveer Singh recreates Kapil Dev’s iconic catch at Lord’s
3 years ago

83 teaser: Ranveer Singh recreates Kapil Dev’s iconic catch at Lord’s

Firstpost  

83 teaser: The film is scheduled to release in theatres on 24 December. Ranveer Singh is ready to bring India’s biggest World Cup victory story to the big screen. Sharing the film’s teaser, Ranveer Singh wrote: “The story behind India’s greatest victory. 83 releasing in cinemas on December 24, 2021.” In an earlier interview with Mumbai Mirror, Kabir Khan had …

83 teaser: Ranveer Singh makes blink-and-miss appearance as Kapil Dev, Sara Ali Khan has a fiery reaction
3 years ago

83 teaser: Ranveer Singh makes blink-and-miss appearance as Kapil Dev, Sara Ali Khan has a fiery reaction

Hindustan Times  

A teaser for Kabir Khan’s sports drama 83, starring Ranveer Singh as former cricketer Kapil Dev, was shared online. Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev in the 83 teaser. Trailer out on 30th Nov. #ThisIs83.” Deepika Padukone, who plays Kapil Dev’s wife Romi Bhatia in the film, also shared the video on her Instagram page. Sara Ali Khan dropped fire emojis …

Sourav Ganguly confirms Bollywood biopic on his life, Ranbir Kapoor likely to play lead
3 years, 5 months ago

Sourav Ganguly confirms Bollywood biopic on his life, Ranbir Kapoor likely to play lead

Firstpost  

Ganguly also added that a script is being written and a production house already had multiple meetings with the former cricketer. Current BCCI president and former Team India captain Sourav Ganguly has confirmed that a Bollywood biopic on his life is in the works. According to a report in the News18, Ganguly gave his permission to shoot his biopic and …

Ranveer Singh teams up with Shankar for Anniyan's Hindi remake
3 years, 8 months ago

Ranveer Singh teams up with Shankar for Anniyan's Hindi remake

Hindustan Times  

Ranveer Singh is teaming up with S Shankar for the Hindi adaptation of the director's Tamil film, Anniyan. Ranveer Singh will be seen in his first film with Shankar. "Proudly announcing my collaboration with the pioneering visionary of Indian cinema, the maverick master craftsman SHANKAR @shanmughamshankar powered by veteran film producer Dr. Jayantilal Gada @jayantilalgadaofficial @penmovies," he wrote with the …

Ranveer Singh announces 83 release date, film to hit the theatres on June 4
3 years, 10 months ago

Ranveer Singh announces 83 release date, film to hit the theatres on June 4

Hindustan Times  

After several delays owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, Kabir Khan’s sports drama 83, starring Ranveer Singh as former cricketer Kapil Dev, will hit the theatres on June 4. 83 tells the story of how the Indian cricket team defeated West Indies to clinch their maiden World Cup in 1983. The film also stars Deepika Padukone, Pankaj Tripathi, Boman Irani, Saqib …

Bearded Ranveer Singh Looks Sharp in Suit with an Intense Gaze in Latest Instagram Picture
4 years, 4 months ago

Bearded Ranveer Singh Looks Sharp in Suit with an Intense Gaze in Latest Instagram Picture

News 18  

Bollywood's livewire star Ranveer Singh is in a classic black mood, going by his new social media post. The actor has posted a new picture on Instagram, where he exudes vintage style in a classic black suit accessorised by a crisp white shirt, neatly groomed beard, and gelled hair. Ranveer Singh is known for experimenting with style and fashion every …

Dilip Vengsarkar terms India's 1983 World Cup win 'one of the greatest things to happen' to Indian cricket
4 years, 5 months ago

Dilip Vengsarkar terms India's 1983 World Cup win 'one of the greatest things to happen' to Indian cricket

India TV News  

Former India batting great Dilip Vengsarkar hailed India's 1983 World Cup win as a defining moment for the sport in the country, saying the nation never had to look back since that day in the sport which is now a religion in this part of the world. It was on June 25, 1983 that Team India, under the leadership of …

'Thank you Kapil Dev, deeply indebted': Indian cricket fraternity pays tribute to 'Class of 83'
4 years, 6 months ago

'Thank you Kapil Dev, deeply indebted': Indian cricket fraternity pays tribute to 'Class of 83'

India TV News  

Today marks the 37th anniversary of India's first cricket world cup victory. The side, led by Kapil Dev, secured a stunning victory over defending champions West Indies in the final of the 1983 World Cup. The target seemed achievable for West Indies but Indian bowlers rose to the occasion, taking wickets at regular intervals to trigger an eventual Windies collapse. …

This Day in Cricket history: Kapil Dev’s 175* saves India’s 1983 World Cup campaign
4 years, 6 months ago

This Day in Cricket history: Kapil Dev’s 175* saves India’s 1983 World Cup campaign

Hindustan Times  

The road to World Cup victory in 1983 was not an easy one for India. After winning the toss, captain Kapil Dev elected to bat first, irrespective of the strong Zimbabwe bowling side. Captain Kapil Dev came out to bat and ran through the Zimbabwe bowling line-up. Scoring an unbeaten 175 in 138 balls at a strike rate of 126.81, …

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