Sourav Ganguly Reacts to 'Dada' Biography Poster as Rajkummar Rao Unveils First Look To Celebrate India Legend's Birthday
Rajkummar Rao has unveiled the first look poster for 'Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story' on July 8, 2026, stunning fans by recreating Sourav Ganguly's iconic shirtless celebration from the Lord's balcony. This highly anticipated biopic, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, is set for release in early 2027.
On the occasion of his 54th birthday on 8 July, former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly received a special cinematic tribute. Actor Rajkummar Rao unveiled the first-look poster for the upcoming biographical film Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story. The reveal immediately drew a warm response from Ganguly, who praised the artwork and expressed his excitement to see his life unfold on the big screen.. Happy Birthday Sourav Ganguly! Celebrating 'Dada's' Cricket Legacy As Former India Legend Turns 54.
Dada - The Sourav Ganguly First Look
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The newly released poster features Rao recreating one of the most defining images of Ganguly's career. The actor is depicted waving his shirt from the Lord's balcony, perfectly capturing the legendary celebration that followed India's thrilling victory over England in the 2002 NatWest Trophy final.
Sourav Ganguly's Endorsement and Film Details
Ganguly was quick to share his approval of the tribute. Taking to his official X account, the cricket icon re-shared the film's poster with his followers. Rao had chosen to release the poster specifically to coincide with Ganguly's birthday celebrations, cementing the announcement as a milestone moment for the production, which has been in development for several years.
Dada Reacts
The Best Gift Ever! Can’t wait to see you play my cover drive! #RajkummarRao#Dada #DadaTheSouravGangulyStory #DadaFirstLook pic.twitter.com/TqHsWn2Eg8
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) July 8, 2026
The biopic, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under the Luv Films banner, promises to delve into Ganguly's transformative journey from a budding cricketer to one of India's most influential captains.
Key Cast:
Sourav Ganguly: Rajkummar Rao
Dona Ganguly: Tanya Maniktala
'Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story' is slated for a theatrical release in early 2027.
The Iconic Lord's Moment: A Flashback
The celebration recreated in the poster harks back to July 13, 2002, when India secured a thrilling two-wicket victory over England in the NatWest Trophy final at Lord's Cricket Ground.
England had set a formidable target of 326 runs (325 for 5). After a strong start by openers Ganguly (60) and Virender Sehwag (45), India found themselves in a precarious position at 146/5. However, a heroic 121-run partnership between youngsters Yuvraj Singh (69) and Mohammad Kaif (87 not out) steered India to an improbable triumph. Gautam Gambhir to Rest Post-England Series; VVS Laxman to Coach India in Zimbabwe and Asian Games 2026: Report.
Ganguly's exuberant reaction, famously taking off his jersey and twirling it from the Lord's balcony, was a direct response to England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff's similar celebration after an ODI victory in Mumbai earlier that year.
This poster launch not only builds immense anticipation for the film but also reignites memories of a pivotal moment that symbolized a new, aggressive era for Indian cricket under Sourav Ganguly's captaincy. The excitement surrounding the biopic further underscores Ganguly's enduring legacy in the sport.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 08, 2026 11:18 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
