Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi has made a sensational revelation about a potential biopic based on his life. In a recent interview with ANI, Modi claimed that Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh is keen to portray him on the big screen and had even flown to London a couple of years ago specifically to meet him and discuss the project.
Modi stated, “Ranveer wants to play me. He came and saw me… I would like him to play.” He added that Ranveer had expressed that if there was one role in his life he really wanted to do, it was the role of Lalit Modi. The former IPL boss mentioned that he already knew Deepika Padukone well but had never met Ranveer before receiving a call that the actor wanted to meet him.
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Biopic Currently in Works: According to Modi, the biopic is currently in the scripting stage. The team has been recording interviews and gathering material to shape the narrative of his dramatic and controversial life — from creating the IPL to facing multiple controversies, legal battles, and dramatic exile.
Ranveer’s Interest Sparks Curiosity: Ranveer Singh, known for his high-energy performances and transformative roles in films like Padmaavat, 83, and Dhurandhar, is considered by many as a perfect fit for the larger-than-life persona of Lalit Modi. However, Modi also noted that Ranveer has become a massive star now and may not have the time for the project.
The revelation has created significant buzz in both the film and cricket fraternity. While nothing is officially confirmed yet, the prospect of Ranveer Singh playing Lalit Modi in a high-octane biopic has left fans excited and curious about how the story, full of power, politics, cricket, and controversy would unfold on screen.