Cricket veteran Sourav Ganguly shared on Twitter on Thursday that Luv Ranjan Films is adapting his life story to film. Ganguly shared on Twitter, “Cricket has been my life, it gave confidence and ability to walk forward with my head held high, a journey to be cherished. Thrilled that Luv Films will produce a biopic on my journey and bring it to life for the big screen.”
Although Ganguly’s statement states that the film will be produced under the Luv Ranjan Films brand, it is not yet known who will direct the film. The star line-up has yet to be announced.
Cricket has been my life, it gave confidence and ability to walk forward with my head held high, a journey to be cherished. Thrilled that Luv Films will produce a biopic on my journey and bring it to life for the big screen ??@LuvFilms @luv_ranjan @gargankur @DasSanjay1812 — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) September 9, 2021
The statement from the makers read, “We are thrilled to announce that Luv Films will produce Dada Sourav Ganguly’s biopic. We are honored to be entrusted with this responsibility and look forward to a great inning.”
Ganguly had previously told News 18 Bangla, “Yes, I have agreed to the biopic. It will be in Hindi but it is not possible to reveal the name of the director now. It will take some more time for everything to be finalized.”
Luv Ranjan has previously produced films such as De De Pyaar De, Chhalaang and others. His directorial successes include Pyaar Ka Punchnam, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. The upcoming Ranjan stars Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor.