Rajkummar Rao Brings Sourav Ganguly's Iconic Lord's Celebration Back in Dada

Actor Rajkummar Rao has surprised fans with the first look of his upcoming film Dada, a biopic based on the life of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly. The makers released the poster on Ganguly's 54th birthday, making the occasion even more special for cricket lovers.

The first look shows Rajkummar Rao recreating one of the most unforgettable moments in Indian cricket history. He is seen waving the Indian team jersey from the famous Lord's balcony after India's thrilling victory in the 2002 NatWest Series final against England. This celebration by Sourav Ganguly became one of the most iconic moments in Indian cricket and is still remembered by fans around the world.

Sharing the poster on social media, Rajkummar Rao wished Ganguly a happy birthday and called him "our dearest Dada." Sourav Ganguly also shared the poster and wished Rajkummar all the best for the film. In a fun message, Ganguly said he was excited to watch the actor play his famous cover drive on screen.

Dada is produced by filmmakers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under Luv Films. The movie is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, who is known for making strong and engaging films. The makers are expected to share more updates about the film, including the release date and cast, in the coming months.

Earlier, Sourav Ganguly had said that Rajkummar Rao was the perfect choice to play him on screen. He also shared that he would support the actor in understanding his cricket journey and personality.

The film is expected to showcase many important moments from Ganguly's life and cricket career. One of the biggest highlights will be the famous 2002 NatWest final. In that match, India successfully chased a huge target after a brilliant partnership between Yuvraj Singh and Mohammad Kaif turned the game around. India won the match by two wickets, leading to Ganguly's unforgettable shirtless celebration at Lord's.