Published 14:37 IST, October 15th 2019

Harbhajan Singh to debut in Tamil Cinema with film titled Dikkiloona

Cricketers Irfan Pathan and Harbhajan Singh to act in separate movies 'Vikram 58' and 'Dikkiloona', respectively with Tamil superstars Vikram and Santhanam.

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Indian cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan are set to make ir debut in Tamil Cinema. two will foray into Kollywood industry separately. While Irfan will be seen essaying a prominent role in a film starring Tamil superstar Vikram, Harbhajan will make his debut in a film titled "Dikkiloona". Irfan will be a part of 'Vikram 58', while Harbhajan will be seen in a movie featuring Santhanam. 

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Debut 

According to reports, AR Rehman will compose music for Vikram 58 movie and will be directed by Ajay Gnanamuthu. Sivakumar Vijayan will be responsible for camerawork in this film. Dikkiloona will be directed by Karthik Yogi and produced by KJR Studios. two are strangers to Tamil land. y both have played for Chennai Super Kings in Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Earlier stints with glamour

Irfan was part of a reality show named Jhalak Dikhlaja in 2015. He was also spotted frequently, walking ramp for various fashion designers. He even participated in 'Ek Khili Ek Haseena' way back in 2008. Harbhajan too, was a participant in same show and went on to win it alongside actress Mona Singh. He was also a celebrity judge in 'Roies Rising'. 

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Harbhajan's cricketing career

Harbhajan me his debut for Indian cricket team in 1998. He was a prominent member of T20 World Cup-winning squ, with nine wickets to his credit. He played an important role in India's world cup 2011 victory campaign. He has 861 wickets to his name including that of IPL. He has also been a part of major IPL teams like Mumbai Indians, Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings. 

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Irfan's cricketing career

Irfan me his international debut at of 19. He was one of leing wicket-takers in 2007 T20 World Cup with 10 wickets to his credit. He has 381 wickets in his international career. He h a rough cricketing career in IPL, having played for teams like Kings XI Punjab, Delhi Daredevil, Sunrisers Hyderab, Chennai Super Kings and Rising Pune Giants.

11:04 IST, October 15th 2019