The team that defied all odds. The game that united the country.|Dec. 24, 2021|India | United States | United Kingdom|163 Min.|R
Genre: Bollywood;Drama;Fantasy;Kids;Romance
Description: 83, a 2021 Indian sports drama film in Hindi, was directed by Kabir Khan and produced by notable figures like Deepika Padukone, Kabir Khan, Sheetal Vinod Talwar, Vishnuvardhan Induri, Sajid Nadiadwala, Reliance Entertainment, and 83 Film Ltd. The film features Ranveer Singh portraying cricketer Kapil Dev, alongside a talented ensemble cast including Deepika Padukone, Pankaj Tripathi, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jiiva, Saqib Saleem, and others.
The story revolves around India’s historic victory in the 1983 Cricket World Cup. The production was officially announced in September 2017, with Reliance Entertainment and Vibri Media hosting an event featuring the 1983 World Cup-winning team. Filming commenced on June 5, 2019, in England. Initially set for an April 10, 2020 release, the film faced multiple delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ultimately premiering on December 24, 2021.
The film was conceived as a tribute to the 1983 team’s inspiring journey, emphasizing determination and hard work. Kapil Dev, reflecting on the project, highlighted that the team’s story serves as a powerful reminder that achieving greatness is possible with focus and effort, regardless of external skepticism.
83 stands as a cinematic celebration of a monumental moment in Indian cricket history, capturing the essence of teamwork, perseverance, and triumph.
Cast director: Kabir Khan
Cast actor: Ranveer Singh, Pankaj Tripathi, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Saqib Saleem, Ammy Virk, Jiiva, Sahil Khattar, Harrdy Sandhu, Deepika Padukone, Dhairya Karwa
Original name: ८३ (तिरासी)