{
  "id": 13951151,
  "title": "‘Doosra’ trailer: Anil Kapoor, Rohit Sharma react to Ganguly’s 2002 NatWest win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/doosra-trailer-anil-kapoor-rohit-sharma-react-to-gangulys-2002",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T12:12:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/doosra-trailer-anil-kapoor-rohit-sharma-react-to-gangulys-2002-natwest-win-1.500707563"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Actor Anil Kapoor and former Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma have expressed admiration for the trailer of Doosra, a forthcoming film inspired by India's triumphant 2002 NatWest Series final against England. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the movie is set to hit theaters on October 23, weaving together the iconic shirt-waving moment of then captain Sourav Ganguly at Lord's with the tale of a young girl defying social norms in a conservative environment.\n\nFor Kapoor, the trailer masterfully merges real-life events with fictional elements, evoking the unparalleled euphoria of India's NatWest Series victory. He fondly recalled the team's uncharacteristic confidence, which instilled a sense of belief that India could triumph anywhere, against any opponent. Rohit Sharma, who was just 15 at the time, also lauded the film for encapsulating the essence of the historic win beyond cricket's boundaries. As a 15-year-old, he reminisced about the sheer magnitude of that moment, which transcended the game itself.\n\nDirector Abhinay Deo elaborated on the film's thematic depth, stating that Doosra is a story of liberation, both at a national and personal level. The narrative draws a parallel between Ganguly's celebratory gesture and Tara's quest to break free from societal constraints. Deo emphasized that the film represents a new era of freedom for India - not the political independence of 1947, but the emotional emancipation that comes from challenging conventions.\n\nProduced by Masha Sajdeh and Rohan Sajdeh, with Neeta Shah as co-producer, Doosra boasts a talented ensemble cast including Plabita Borthakur, Ankur Vikal, Samidha Guru, Tvisha Seema, and Krishna Gokani. The film's original score is by Ram Sampat. Scheduled for release on October 23, Doosra promises to entertain audiences while prompting them to question entrenched norms, according to the producers.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Actor Anil Kapoor and Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma have praised the trailer of Doosra , an upcoming film inspired by India’s historic 2002 NatWest Series final victory against England. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the film is scheduled to release in theatres on October 23. The film revisits one of Indian cricket’s most memorable moments and connects it with the story of a young girl…",
  "key_points": [
    "Director Abhinay Deo describes Doosra as a story of liberation at national and personal levels.",
    "Film set to release on October 23, produced by Masha Sajdeh, Rohan Sajdeh, and Neeta Shah."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}