Singer Harrdy Sandhu who was Former under-19 cricketer
is all set to play all-rounder Madan Lal on screen in Kabir Khan's '83 who took
all the important wickets in 1983 World Cup Final. The film will also mark the
Bollywood debut of singer-composer Harrdy Sandhu.
Talking about his role in 83, Sandhu said in a statement, “Ammy Virk, who plays Balvinder Singh Sandhu in the film, along with another coach assisting the team, recommended me for the part. I have played cricket in the Under-19 team and the Ranji Trophy. Kabir sir gave me seven days to prepare for the role before they could take the final call.”
To prepare for the role, the singer has been watching
videos of former cricketer Madan Lal to adapt his mannerisms. Talking about
Madan, Harrdy Sandhu said, “He was my coach then. I have spoken to him
following my casting and will meet him in a day or two.”
Chak De Phatte! Punjabi Pop Sensation @HARRDYSANDHU is ’83 World Cup Hero #MadanLal! #CastOf83@RanveerOfficial @kabirkhankk @RelianceEnt #MadhuMantena @vishinduri #Relive83 pic.twitter.com/fGXbOc50TU— '83 (@83thefilm) 6 March 2019
As far as Harrdy Sandhu in concerned, many might not
know but the whole experience of playing on the field won't be new for the
singer. Harrdy started his journey as a cricketer, where he played alongside
Shikhar Dhawan and Cheteshwar Pujara. But due to an injury, he had part ways
with the career and went on to become a musician.
Talking about the film, the makers are introducing the
leads one by one. As of know South actor Chirag Patil will be seen playing the
role of his father, Sandeep Patil, in the film. Apart from him, Saqib Saleem
Sahil Khattar, Ammy Virk and Pankaj Tripathi will also be seen in pivotal
roles.
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