Ajay Devgn‘s much-awaited film ‘Maidaan’ has been languishing in the cans without a release date since 2021. Now, the sports drama film finally has a release date in the theatres. This morning, Ajay Devgn himself took to social media to announce the ‘Maidaan’ release date. ‘Maidaan’ will release in theatres across India on 23rd June, 2023.
‘Maidaan’ is produced by Boney Kapoor, along with Akash Chawla, Arunava Joy Sengupta and Zee Studios. It is directed by Amit Sharma, who has earlier directed the hit film, Badhaai Ho. The film stars Ajay Devgn in the lead role, along with South actress Priyamani. ‘Maidaan’ is a sports biopic film, with a very interesting subject at its core.
The film tells the story of Indian national football team coach and manager Syed Abdul Rahim, who is widely considered as the architect of Indian football. Ajay Devgn plays the role of Syed Abdul Rahim in ‘Maidaan’. After Shah Rukh Khan’s coach turn in Chak De India!, audiences are sure to identity with Ajay Devgn’s football coach act.
Gajraj Rao plays a prominent role in ‘Maidaan’, along with Rudranil Ghosh. Interestingly, ‘Maidaan’ will feature cameo appearances from several real life International football luminaries, including players, coaches and commentators.
‘Maidaan’ releases in theatres on June 23rd, 2023. The first teaser of the film will be out on 30th March.