'Dada': Rajkummar Rao begins Sourav Ganguly biopic shoot in Kolkata
What's the story
Actor Rajkummar Rao has commenced shooting for the biopic on former Indian men's cricket captain Sourav Ganguly. The film, titled Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story, has moved to Kolkata after wrapping up its Mumbai schedule. The team is currently on a 15-day shoot in the city, covering various locations that are significant to Ganguly's life and career.
Filming details
Shoot begins at Ganguly's residence in Behala
The first part of the Kolkata schedule is focused on Ganguly's childhood and upbringing, tracing his journey from Behala to becoming a cricketer. The shoot began at Ganguly's residence in Behala on Tuesday morning. On Wednesday, filming moved to the historic East Bengal Club grounds, where Rao was seen in a red tracksuit portraying India's beloved "dada." The shoot also took place at Eden Gardens.
Location diversity
Film captures different stages of Ganguly's life
The biopic is being filmed at various locations such as Behala, the Maidan, East Bengal Club, Aryan Club, Dukhiram Cricket Coaching Centre, and Eden Gardens. The film is capturing different stages of Ganguly's life, from his early years in Kolkata to the larger journey that made him one of Indian cricket's most recognizable figures.
Casting choices
Meet the rest of the cast
To retain an authentic Bengali flavor, several actors from Bengal have been roped in for key roles. Tanya Maniktala will play Ganguly's wife Dona Ganguly, while Aparajita Adhya and Saswata Chatterjee will essay the roles of his parents Nirupa and Chandi Ganguly, respectively. The film is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane with Pritam as the music director.