Whenever a biopic hits the silver screen, it inevitably generates a substantial amount of anticipation and buzz. This excitement reaches its zenith when the subject of the biopic is an iconic figure admired by millions. This is precisely why there is such eager anticipation surrounding the upcoming biographical film centered on Sri Lankan cricketer Muthaiah Muralitharan, aptly titled 800, representing the total number of test wickets he secured during his illustrious career.
The recently unveiled trailer for 800 has intensified the fervour surrounding the movie, primarily because it delves into the life of one of cricket's greatest bowlers in history. Helmed by director M. S. Sripathy, 800 features Madhur Mittal, renowned for his role in Slumdog Millionaire, in the lead role, portraying the enigmatic Sri Lankan cricketer.
The trailer for 800 was officially released by none other than cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on September 5 in Mumbai. The film takes viewers on a compelling journey through the myriad challenges that Muthaiah Muralitharan confronted on his path to becoming a globally celebrated cricketer. 800 offers an intimate glimpse into the cricketer's turbulent childhood, his triumphant inclusion in the national team, and his eventual ascent to cricketing stardom.
Initially, the role of Muthaiah Muralitharan was earmarked for actor Vijay Sethupathi, who enthusiastically accepted the project. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, Vijay Sethupathi had to step back from the film, leading to Madhur Mittal's selection as his replacement. Madhur Mittal appears to have dedicated himself to embodying the legendary persona convincingly. The success of his portrayal will only be unveiled when 800 graces theaters next month.
800 is scheduled for a multi-lingual release in Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu. While the film predominantly explores Muthaiah Muralitharan's professional and personal journey, a significant portion of 800 seems to focus on the cricketer's monumental achievement of securing 800 test wickets. The trailer offers glimpses of the numerous obstacles and hurdles that Muralitharan had to navigate during his illustrious career. How these pivotal moments will unfold on the big screen remains a captivating aspect of the film, eagerly awaited by audiences.
