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Making a biopic is a new trend in the Indian film industry. Every year, Bollywood makes a number of biopics of some historical figures and famous personalities in India. Cricket is one of the most followed domains in India, and the combination of cricket and Bollywood is liked by many fans. There have been a few biopics of cricketers already on MS Dhoni, Mohammad Azharuddin, and Jhulan Goswami. The biopic of former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly is all set to start. But what can be more fascinating is a biopic of probably the most famous cricket star, Virat Kohli.
The former Indian captain has achieved immense success in his career and is the best in the game at the moment. There is nothing that he hasn’t achieved, and he is the most followed cricketer among the fans. Virat Kohli‘s biopic can turn out to be a blockbuster. But the question is, which actor can play his role and be suitable for his passion and aggression on the field? Well, here are five possible actors that could be suitable for Virat Kohli’s biopic in the coming years.
When will the Virat Kohli biopic, ‘Virat Kohli 18’, be released?
As of now, there is no official announcement regarding its release. However, here’s what we know:
Speculation abounds, with online chatter suggesting potential actors like Ranveer Singh for the lead role.
Given Virat Kohli’s current status as an active cricketer, the likelihood of a biopic in the near future remains uncertain.
Typically, athlete biopics are crafted post-retirement, allowing for a comprehensive storytelling experience.
Therefore, predicting the release of a Virat Kohli biopic is challenging, contingent upon Kohli’s retirement plans and a production company’s decision to proceed with the project.
Here are 5 Bollywood actors who can play in Virat Kohli’s biopic
1. Ranveer Singh
To play the role of a Delhi boy, you need not go beyond that of Ranveer Singh. The 38-year-old actor has been seen in many different roles and has received many awards for his excellent on-screen acting. He even played the role of World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev in the movie “83,” and many fans liked his effort. He is also full of energy, just like Virat Kohli, and is probably one of the best Indian actors at the moment. His charisma on screen makes him a perfect fit for a biopic of Virat.
2. Shahid Kapoor
Shahid Kapoor came off as a “chocolate boy” when he made his Bollywood debut in 2003. He mainly made films in the romance and comedy genres. There was a time when he was known as the big star in the Indian film industry and won many awards at a very young age. But he didn’t have a great time between 2009 and 2013, when most of his films didn’t work, but his role in the 2014 movie Haider made a way for him, and he played some incredible, serious roles. Shahid has already done a movie called “Jersey” on cricket, and everyone liked his performance. In an interview in 2018, he chose Virat Kohli as his favorite cricketer. His personality is somehow similar to Virat, which makes him a perfect fit for his biopic.
3. Kartik Aaryan
Another actor that can suit this role is the charmboy Kartik Aaryan. The 33-year-old star has established himself as one of the finest young actors who is a crowd puller. Notably, he has expressed his desire to play the role of Virat Kohli in his biopic. Like Virat, Kartik is also very passionate in front of the game and off camera; he is totally different. There is a similarity between these two celebrities, which is that they connect with the youth, which makes Kartik Aaryan a suitable actor to portray “Delhi ka Launda” on the big screen.
4. Ayushmann Khurrana
Making his name from “Vicky Donor” in 2012, Ayushmann Khurrana has come a long way. He has been a hit-maker in Bollywood and has worked on different kinds of projects. Generally, his movies target social issues, but he has also played some serious roles in movies like Andhadhun, Article 15, Anek, and others. Just like Virat, he is also a Punjabi boy who was born and brought up in Delhi and can portray the role in a brilliant way. The way he has brought out serious issues in a light manner makes him the perfect guy to show up the challenges and success of Virat Kohli in his biopic.
5. Vicky Kaushal
The last 3–4 years have been immensely successful for Vicky Kaushal. The 35-year-old star is the same age as Virat Kohli, has won numerous awards like the National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards, and has appeared in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list for 2019. He started as an assistant director but later acted in some movies. The breakthrough came in 2019 when he played the lead role in Uri: The Surgical Strike, which made him a superstar. Vicky is known for delivering serious roles with perfection, and that’s what we need. His determination towards every role makes him a suitable actor to portray Virat Kohli in the biopic.
