On the occasion of cricket legend Sourav Ganguly’s birthday, the makers of his most awaited biopic have dropped a big surprise for fans. The first-look poster of ‘Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story’ is officially out, featuring actor Rajkummar Rao in the lead role. The poster recreates one of the most iconic moments in Indian cricket history, Ganguly waving his India jersey from the Lord’s balcony after winning the 2002 NatWest Trophy final against England. Ganguly himself reacted to the poster online, calling it the “best gift ever.
When will the Sourav Ganguly biopic release?
Along with the first look, the production team officially locked the movie’s theatrical release date. Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story is scheduled to hit cinemas worldwide on May 14, 2027, aiming for a major holiday weekend release.
The film has been highly anticipated for years. While several big Bollywood names were initially rumored for the role, the makers finally chose National Award-winning actor Rajkummar Rao for his ability to deeply transform into real-life characters.
What is the story and plot of ‘Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story’ Film
The biographical drama will trace Ganguly’s entire journey, starting from his early days as a young cricketer in Kolkata to becoming one of India’s most aggressive and influential captains. It highlights his fighting spirit, his leadership style that reshaped Indian cricket, and his ultimate comeback stories.
The script will also dive into his personal life. It will feature his relationship with his wife, Dona Ganguly, who is being portrayed on screen by actress Tanya Maniktala.
Where is the film being shot and who is making it?
To keep the movie as authentic as possible, director Vikramaditya Motwane is shooting a massive portion of the project on real location. Filming began earlier this year in Mumbai before shifting into top gear across Kolkata.
The production team has secured access to shot at several iconic spots closely tied to Ganguly’s life. These include his family residence in Behala, the Kolkata Maidan, local cricket clubs, and the historic Eden Gardens stadium. The film is produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under the Luv Films banner, in association with T-Series.a
