Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh's biopic in works, will showcase his World Cup triumph, cancer struggle

This is sure to be one of the most exciting stories to tell. Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh will now get to tell his life story as he announces a biopic on his journey of becoming a cricketing sensation and fighting cancer to reach where he is today.

Yuvraj Singh has inspired millions of cricket fans and the Indian studio T-series promises to tell his story unhinged. The biopic will chronicle the life and career of the Indian cricketing icon who has triumphed both off and on screen.

Yuvraj Singh biopic to tell his life story -- World Cup to cancer

T-series and Animal producer Ravi Bhagchandka are coming together to tell the life story of Yuvraj Singh. Ravi Bhagchandka will co-produce via 200 Not Out Cinema. The biopic marks the second time Bhagchandka has brought a cricketer’s life to the big screen, following the 2017 Sachin Tendulkar documentary Sachin: A Billion Dreams.

Yuvraj Singh’s life has been nothing short of a dramatic film as he debuted in the Punjab Under-16 cricket team aged 13. In the 2000 Under-19 World Cup, which India won, Yuvraj Singh was player of the tournament and was inducted into the senior team. He quickly became known for his aggressive left-handed batting style and electric fielding.

His career reached new heights during India’s 2007 T20 World Cup-winning campaign, where he famously hit six sixes in a single over against England bowler Stuart Broad.

We can expect the film to reimagine the scene so that fans of cricket can reminisce about the iconic moment. Yuvraj Singh, in addition, was also crucial to India’s 2011 World Cup victory, where he was awarded player of the series.

It’s not always been colourful for the cricketer. The cricketer was diagnosed with cancer in 2011. He took a break, got treated and bounced back in international cricket. His comeback in 2012 was nothing short of heroic.

He was also successful in the shorter formats of the game – The Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament. He announced his retirement from international cricket in 2019.

Yuvraj Singh on planned biopic

T-Series head Bhushan Kumar said, “Yuvraj Singh’s life is a compelling narrative of resilience, triumph, and passion. His journey from a promising cricketer to a cricketing hero, and then to a hero in real life, is truly inspiring. I am thrilled to bring a story that needs to be told and heard through the big screen and to celebrate his extraordinary achievements.”

Yuvraj Singh added,“I am deeply honoured that my story will be showcased to millions of my fans across the globe by Bhushan-ji and Ravi. Cricket has been my greatest love and source of strength through all the highs and lows. I hope this film inspires others to overcome their own challenges and pursue their dreams with unwavering passion.”

The director and cast of the biopic are still being finalised.