Published 17:28 IST, November 11th 2019

83: Kapil Dev reacts to Ranveer Singh's 'Natraj shot'

Actor Ranveer Singh shared a photo from his upcoming film '83 on Twitter where he can be seen playing the iconic shot; Kapil Dev's reaction is precious

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Kapil Dev has only high praises for actor Ranveer Singh as he responds to photo posted by Ranveer Singh earlier today. photo was a still frame from Ranveer Singh's upcoming movie '83 where he is seen replicating iconic Natraj shot. Haryana Hurricane Kapil Dev is swept away by efforts of actor as he took to social media and shared Ranveer's post and wrote, "Hats off Ranveer!"

Take a look at Kapil Dev's tweet:

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Ranveer Singh is going to feature in Kabir Khan's '83 as former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev. film is about India's win at 1983 World Cup against West Indies where Kapil Dev was captain of Indian cricket team. Actor Ranveer Singh has left stones unturned to get into skin of character he will portray in film. His resemblance to veteran cricketer is uncanny and impressive.

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About film

film is based on Indian cricket team's victorious campaign at 1983 Cricket World Cup held in England. Ranveer will be seen essaying role of captain of Indian cricket team, Kapil Dev. Indian cricket team played against West Indies in World Cup finals and brought trophy home.

Actor Deepika Pukone also features in film as Kapil Dev's wife, and she is also co-producing film.  film is directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Sajid Niwala, Mhu Mantena and Reliance Entertainment. Besides Ranveer Singh, cast also includes actors such as Tahir Raj Bhasin, Boman Irani, Pankaj Tripathi, Saqib Saleem, and Sacred Games star Jatin Sarna. Pritam has come on board as music director for film, which will hit atres on April 10, 2020. 

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15:45 IST, November 11th 2019