Rajkummar Rao Recreates Iconic Moment for Sourav Ganguly Biopic

Jul 8, 2026

48 min

Jul 8, 2026 07:31

Sourav Ganguly’s birthday gift: Rajkummar Rao recreates iconic Lord’s shirt-waving moment for Dada biopic

## First Look Poster Unveiled

On Sourav Ganguly's birthday, the first look poster of "Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story" was revealed, featuring Rajkummar Rao in a recreation of Ganguly's famous shirt-waving celebration at Lord's Cricket Ground. This moment is a nod to India's victory over England in the 2002 NatWest Series final, a defining moment in Indian cricket history.

## Behind the Scenes

The poster release follows behind-the-scenes footage of Rao embodying the former Indian cricket captain. The image captures Rao on the Lord's balcony, holding a jersey aloft with the Indian flag in the background, echoing Ganguly's iconic celebration.

## Film Details

Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and produced by Luv Ranjan, the biopic aims to portray Ganguly's impactful career and leadership. The film is set to hit theaters on May 14, 2027, coinciding with the Eid holiday weekend. Rajkummar Rao shared the poster on social media, wishing Ganguly a happy birthday and expressing excitement for the project.

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