Biopic on Bhaichung Bhutia

A biopic will be made on India’s ex-captain and football sensation Bhaichung Bhutia. Filmmaker Anand Kumar, known for directing films like Delhii Heights and Zila Ghaziabad, has conceptualised the project which showcases the football ace’s life. He is currently in the process of finalising a director and lead actor for the film. 

Talking about the project, which goes on the floors next year, an elated Bhaichung Bhutia said, “When Anand got in touch with me for the project, I was touched. I’m honoured that people feel that my journey is worth capturing for the big screen. I am certain that Anand will do justice to my story. I hail from a small town in Sikkim, but playing football for India wasn’t my only dream. I always wanted to own a professional football club and I realised that dream with United Sikkim.” 

He adds that he will keenly participate in all the creative aspects of the film. “I want the biopic to be as close to reality as possible. I was concerned about the writing process, but the moment I learnt that Anand has got Prashant Pandey (writer of Sarkar, Poorna and Raid) on board, I was relieved,” the football star said.