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Suresh Raina to feature in a Tamil film? Teases 'big surprise' on July 4
Former Indian cricketer
hinted at bringing his cricket life on the big screen with a social media post on Thursday. While quoting a post from Dream Knight Stories Private Limited, Raina wrote, "Revealing a surprise tomorrow.
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In the original post, the production house showed cricket's ground staff using covers to keep the pitch and information under wraps with the text on it reading, "Revealing tomorrow 7pm."
It might be the first look to Raina's cricket life coming to the theatrs. The southpaw, known for his explosive batting and electric fielding, had hinted that a biopic based on his life could be on the cards in 2021.
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In a 2021 interview, Raina revealed that his memoir, 'Believe – What Life and Cricket Taught Me' had the potential to be adapted into a feature film.
"I believe there is a great story in there, and people can take inspiration from it," Raina had said.
When asked who he would like to see portray him in the film, Raina had expressed his admiration for South Indian cinema's stars, suggesting either Tamil actor Suriya or Malayalam heartthrob Dulquer Salmaan. "They both have the versatility and screen presence to bring my journey to life," he said.
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Raina's journey from a small town in Uttar Pradesh to becoming one of India's most dependable limited-overs players — and a World Cup winner — is a tale of grit, resilience, and belief.
With his contribution to Indian cricket and a fan base across regions, the potential for a compelling sports biopic is undeniable.
Raina, who played bulk of his IPL career for
, had expressed desire that someone from Chennai play him whenever a biopic was made. "I want someone from the South to do it. Someone who can understand how Chennai belongs to me and what CSK means to me," he said
