Abhishek Choubey to direct a biopic on hockey legend, Dhyan Chand: Report

Director Abhishek Choubey is kwn for his work in Udta Punjab and Sonchiriya. According to reports, it was also revealed that Abhishek Choubey will write and direct a biopic on hockey legend, Dhyan Chand. film will be produced by Ronnie Screwvala. And it was also said that Ronnie is very excited about film and he thinks that Abhishek is best person to direct film.  

According to reports, it was said that Dhyan Chand is considered to be one of greatest players in history of national sports. And upcoming biopic will largely chronicle his journey to fame during British Raj. It was also said that casting will begin in second half of 2020 and shooting will begin in 2021. It was also reported that an A-lister will be considered for role in film.

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Dhyan Chand, whose birth anniversary falls on August 28, is among most celebrated Indian hockey players of all times. His birthday is celebrated as National Hockey Day. Dhyan Chand was part of 1928, 1932 and 1936 Olympic gold medal-winning teams. He was also bestowed with Pma Bhushan Award which is India's third-highest civilian award. 

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All about director Abhishek Choubey

Abhishek Choubey’s last release was film, Sonchiriya. film won accoles from critics but was snubbed at box office. film revolves around a group of dacoits who gets split after ir leer is killed, y decide to run away. On way, y meet Indumati and Khushi, who is chased by former's family to be killed. film starred Sushant Singh Rajput, Bhumi Pednekar, Maj Bajpayee and Ashutosh Rana in le roles.

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