Shooting Locations and Key Scenes

The first phase of the Kolkata filming is concentrated on Ganguly’s childhood, tracing his evolution from the streets of Behala to becoming a cricketer. The shoot commenced early on Tuesday at Ganguly’s family home in Behala. Following this, the crew moved to the historic East Bengal Club on Wednesday, where Ganguly began his cricketing career, starting at Aryan Club.

A significant set was constructed at this location under stringent security measures. Rao was seen wearing a red tracksuit to embody “Dada”. Additionally, filming took place at the iconic Eden Gardens, which became available after the IPL season concluded on Sunday, allowing for uninterrupted shooting.

Scenes are also being captured at the Dukhiram Cricket Coaching Centre, in close proximity to Aryan Club. Notably, Ganguly was present during portions of the filming at both his residence in Behala and Eden Gardens, providing an authentic touch to the biopic.

Directors and Cast Members

<h4″Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film’s music is being crafted by renowned composer Pritam. The filmmakers aim to present a story rich in Bengali culture, casting several local actors in prominent roles. Tanya Maniktala has been selected to portray Dona Ganguly, while the narrative will predominantly showcase the romance between Sourav and his wife, illustrated through a musical segment.

Additionally, Aparajita Adhya will take on the role of Ganguly’s mother, Nirupa Ganguly, and Saswata Chatterjee will play his father, Chandi Ganguly. The cast features a variety of Bengali actors, contributing to the film’s authenticity.

A young actress, Srija Bhattacharya, will portray a young Dona. At only a Class 7 student from Sonarpur, she has been involved in acting from a young age. The quest to cast the character of “Maharaj” had generated considerable speculation over the years, with several prominent names, including Ranbir Kapoor, being considered before the role was ultimately assigned to Rajkummar Rao.

Capturing Ganguly’s Life Journey

The biopic’s filming encompasses locations throughout Kolkata, including Behala, the Maidan area, East Bengal Club, Aryan Club, Dukhiram Cricket Coaching Centre, and Eden Gardens. As the Kolkata shooting schedule progresses, the film aims to chronicle various phases of Ganguly’s life, from his formative years in the city to his significant contributions that established him as one of Indian cricket’s most iconic personalities.

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Rajkummar Rao Begins Filming Sourav Ganguly Biopic in Kolkata

Rajkummar Rao, who has been cast in the role of Ganguly, arrived in the city earlier this week. On Wednesday, he was spotted at the Maidan area after engaging in a morning workout, where filming for the biopic was already underway.

This biopic, titled “Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story,” will highlight Ganguly’s journey from his early years in Kolkata to his rise as a prominent figure in Indian cricket, capturing the spirit of his dedicated fanbase.