Inspired by the life and times of former Indian cricket captain Jhulan Goswami, Anushka Sharma starrer ‘Chakda Express’ will stream on Netflix.
The film traces the illustrious journey of one of the fastest female fast bowlers in the history of world cricket as she climbs the ladder against countless obstacles posed by wrong politics to fulfill her only dream: playing cricket.
Produced by Anushka Sharma and her brother Karnesh Sharma’s Clean Slate Films, “Chakda Express” is directed by Prosit Roy.
“It is a really special film because it is essentially a story of tremendous sacrifice. Chakda Express is inspired by the life and times of former Indian captain Jhulan Goswami and will be an eye-opener in the world of women’s cricket.”
“At a time when Jhulan decided to become a cricketer and make her country proud on the global stage, it was very difficult for women to even think of playing the sport. The film is a dramatic retelling of the many examples that shaped her life and women’s cricket as well,” the actor said, calling the film “a downtrodden story” in the history of Indian cricket.
Goswami also spoke about the challenges faced in her career at a time when the prevailing belief was that “women cannot play cricket”.
“It doesn’t matter that sometimes a person’s achievements are placed above your achievements. It doesn’t matter if the stadium is empty. When you come on the pitch to bowl, you see the opposition cricket. K is holding the bat and you need to knock it out to the stumps.”
“Team India is not just the roar of the cheers and prayers of 1.3 billion people. Sometimes, a girl from Chakda plays a game of cricket when her team trembles, screams, and rises together when the stumps are eventually out,” he added.
The all-rounder said, “Chakda Express is shooting for the film now. See you on the field.”
Pratiksha Rao, Director, Films and Licensing, Netflix India said, “We at Netflix are extremely honored and proud to share this story of an unlikely champion and his contribution to Indian cricket; And are thrilled to partner with Clean Slate Films and Anushka Sharma, who has won over audiences through many unique roles that she has portrayed with heartfelt emotion and passion.”
Producer Karnesh Sharma said, “Chakda Express” is a unique story of a pioneer in women’s cricket in India.
“With Netflix, we are absolutely humbled to present their significant contribution to sports across 190 countries and with the positive response Bulbul has received and how far it has traveled, I am thrilled to partner with Netflix again Because it’s a story that may resonate with audiences around the world.”
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