While we eagerly wait for the confirmation of Vijay Deverakonda to play the role of Krishnamachari Srikkanth in Ranveer Singh's '83, here comes a surprising announcement by the makers. While the Padmaavat actor will play Kapil Dev in the movie, Punjabi actor Ammy Virk will essay the role of Balwinder Singh Sandhu. He was a fast bowler who delivered the most memorable ball in the final match, castling West Indian Gordon Greenidge with a devastating in-swinger. Interestingly the former cricketer is also coaching the stars for this real-life drama and he's excited to see Ammy play his part in Kabir Khan's next directorial. Ranveer Singh's '83 Will Go on Floors on THIS Date.

One of the producers of the film '83, Madhu Mantena, is delighted to have the Punjabi star Ammy Virk on board. Talking about the film Mantena said, “We are in the process of casting and will rope in actors from film industries across India in the true spirit of the film.” After Ranveer and Ammy Virk, the other prominent characters of the film will be announced very soon. Vijay Deverakonda To Mark His Bollywood Debut With This Ranveer Singh Movie?

 

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Recently the news of '83 being a trilingual film was highlighted by DNA. Ranveer Singh's next project will be also shot in Tamil and Telegu simultaneously as the director felt this story should be embraced by entire India. And the stories about Deepika Padukone playing Ranveer's wife in the film were completely false. Since the role in question is not really a lengthy or crucial one, there's no way DP will ever give her nod to it. The movie will be shot in four months from May to August and its first schedule will kickstart in London. The film will release on April 10, 2020.

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