MS Dhoni’s biopic crosses 100 cr mark

Mumbai: “MS Dhoni – The Untold Story”, a film on the life of cricket star Mahendra Singh Dhoni, has minted over Rs 112 crore since its release on September 30, becoming the biggest earning biopic in Indian cinema, claim its makers. Produced by Fox Star Studios and Arun Pandey of Inspired Entertainment, the film, directed by Neeraj Pandey, narrates Dhoni’s journey from the lanes of Ranchi to his becoming the captain of the Indian cricket team. It collected Rs 3.40 crore on Monday (October 10), taking the total to Rs 112.70 crore. ALSO READ: The Untold Story of MS Dhoni: Some things which may or may not be a part of the biopic

Vijay Singh, CEO, Fox Star Studios, said in a statement: “‘MS Dhoni – The Untold Story’ is now the highest earning biopic ever made (in Indian cinema). This goes to show the love people have for Mahi and how they have been discovered, adopted and promoted the film. “We are truly humbled with the response from his fans, cricket lovers and movie audiences alike.” According to the statement, issued on behalf of the film’s makers, the demand for the shows have increased despite big releases like “Mirzya” and “Tutak Tutak Tutiya”.

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The film stars Sushant Singh Rajput in the title role, and also features Kiara Advani, Disha Patani and Anupam Kher in pivotal roles. Dhoni’s biopic has been controversy ridden after their was no mention of his elder brother. Dhoni’s elder brother Narendra is conspicuous by his absence from the movie, which shows Dhoni and his sister Jayanti, as the two kids of Pan Singh and Devika Dhoni. There is no mention whatsoever of his elder brother Narendra, whose part is completely overlooked in the biopic. Narendra is a local politician currently associated with the Samajwadi party and was earlier a part of BJP. He is 10 years older to the 35-year old Indian captain.