Did Siddhant Chaturvedi hint at playing the lead role in Yuvraj Singh biopic? This is what he said

Bollywood and cricket enthusiasts were delighted when a biopic on former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh was announced earlier this year in August. Although the lead actor of the highly anticipated film remains under wraps, rumors are swirling about who will take on the coveted role. Recently, Siddhant Chaturvedi created buzz by calling the opportunity to play Yuvraj a ‘dream role’, leaving everyone wondering if he is ready to step into the cricket legend’s shoes.

During an interactive AMA session on Instagram, Siddhant Chaturvedi caught the attention of fans with an intriguing response. When asked about his dream role, the actor shared a photo of cricketer Yuvraj Singh in his iconic blue jersey, paired with a lion emoji.

To add to the excitement, he featured the song Jungli Sher from Divine in the background. This cryptic post has everyone buzzing with speculations whether Siddhant is hinting at a lead role in Yuvraj Singh’s upcoming biopic!

Check out Siddhant Chaturvedi’s Instagram story right below!

In an earlier conversation with ETimes, Yuvraj Singh was asked about his preference for the actor to portray him in his biopic. Initially joking that he might play himself, the cricketer admitted it would be a “desperate” move.

However, he later shared his choice, saying that Siddhant Chaturvedi would be a perfect fit for the role in a Bollywood adaptation. Yuvraj expressed his excitement to see Siddhant bring his story to life on the big screen.

T-Series head Bhushan Kumar and producer Ravi Bhagchandka have teamed up to bring Yuvraj Singh’s inspiring story to the big screen. Announced in August via T-Series Films’ social media channels, the project promises to chronicle the legendary cricketer’s incredible journey on and off the field.

The film will highlight key moments including his iconic six sixes in the 2007 T20 World Cup, his illustrious cricket career and his courageous fight against personal challenges, capturing the courage and glory of a sporting legend.

Meanwhile, on the professional front, Siddhant Chaturvedi, known for his stellar performances in Gully Boy, Gehraiyaan and Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, rose to fame with his portrayal of rapper MC Sher, cementing his place in Bollywood. Most recently, he appeared in the action-packed drama Yudhra, which hit theaters on September 20, 2024.

Written by Shridhar Raghavan with dialogues by Farhan Akhtar and Akshat Ghildial, the film was produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. The ensemble cast also included Malavika Mohanan, Raghav Juyal, Gajraj Rao and Ram Kapoor in key roles.

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