Biopic on Sourav Ganguly, ‘Dada’, announces May 2027 release with first poster
The first look of ‘Dada – The Sourav Ganguly Story’, a film based on the life of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly, has been released on his birthday. The makers announced that the highly anticipated biopic, starring Rajkummar Rao, will release in theaters worldwide on May 14, 2027, during the extended holiday weekend. The release of the poster has sparked excitement among cricket and cinema lovers.
The first look poster shows Rajkummar Rao recreating one of the most memorable moments of Sourav Ganguly’s career. It shows him waving his jersey on the Lord’s balcony after winning the NatWest Trophy against England in 2002. This iconic scene is considered a symbol of a new beginning of confident and aggressive leadership in Indian cricket. The film will portray Ganguly’s inspiring journey of struggle, passion, and leadership from a young cricketer to one of the most influential captains of the Indian team.
Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film is produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. Produced under the banners of T-Series, DBL, and Luv Films, this biopic will present a golden chapter of Indian cricket in cinematic form. The producers hope the film will inspire cricket lovers as well as the general audience.
