August 2023 is shaping up to be a thrilling month for Bollywood enthusiasts, as a lineup of highly anticipated Hindi films is gearing up for their theatrical debuts. One such film is “Ghoomer,” starring Abhishek Bachchan, scheduled for release on August 18.
This movie revolves around cricket, but director R Balki is quick to distinguish it from typical cricket-themed films.
After a hiatus since his last lead role in 2022, Abhishek Bachchan is making a noteworthy return with “Ghoomer.” For his fans, this is undoubtedly an exhilarating film. Drawing inspiration from Karoly Takacs’ remarkable accomplishments, the film embarks on a distinctive cricket-centered narrative.
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The heart of the story lies in the journey of a paraplegic woman who aspires to become a cricketer. While the initial glimpse has provided a glimpse of this narrative, the complete array of marvels that the film has in store will only be unveiled on its release date, August 18, 2023.
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Ghoomer: The First Look
Ghoomer will undoubtedly take us on a compelling, yet intense journey based on the reviews and early clips. The movie’s first look is quite intriguing, revealing the leads in a dramatic scene.
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Saiyami posted the still along with a moving message about the movie and its journey on Twitter. She wrote, “A project with some of the nicest people I’ve met. That let me play a sport that I love. That let me play one of the most challenging roles I’ve played thus far; both emotionally & physically. It feels too good to be true. And I hope to continue playing even more. Ghoomer.”
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What R Balki said about Ghoomer?
The renowned filmmaker has already completed the filming of Ghoomer, and the movie is in its editing stage. Given the seemingly gripping story and first look, it wouldn’t come as a surprise if more and more people will find Ghoomer a masterpiece.
“Ghoomer is a unique story. It’s almost like inventing a new ball in cricket. It is a story of a girl, a cricketer, who loses her hand and how a person inspires her to become a champion,” Balki told PTI here on the sidelines of the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
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When will Ghoomer be released?
Ghoomer, starring Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher is all set for its theatrical release on August 18, 2023. In addition, the R Balki-directed movie will also be premiered at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2023.