Sourav Ganguly to make his acting debut with Netflix’s ‘Khakee: The Bengal Chapter’? What we know!

Legendary cricketer Sourav Ganguly is expected to deliver high-stakes drama and action in the newest 'Khakee' installment.

After entertaining fans on the cricket ground, former Team India’s captain and legendary cricketer Sourav Ganguly is all set to try his luck in acting. The ‘Prince of Kolkata’ has shown interest in playing the role of a cop for a web series sequel and has even auditioned.

According to the reports, the celebrated sports icon will be seen making his OTT debut with an advertisement for the upcoming Netflix web series Khakee 2. In the promotional video, Ganguly will now be seen bringing their charisma to the silver screen by essaying the role of a police officer.

Buzz has it that he may play a police officer in the series. Social media is filled with visuals of Ganguly in a police uniform, which has excited fans of both cricket and cinema. Everyone is eagerly awaiting this unique collaboration and is excited to see Ganguly’s actor avatar.

Saurav Ganguly.

At the trailer launch, filmmaker Neeraj Pandey hinted at a possible cameo by Ganguly. On being asked about Ganguly's association, Pandey responded with a grin, "As far as Sourav is concerned... keep looking."

Set in the early 2000s, in a city dominated by power-hungry gangsters and politicians, the law often struggled to maintain a balance. Yet, IPS Arjun Maitra was determined to bring justice to the people, where loyalties shifted easily and any ally could be a secret enemy. Will IPS Maitra rise to the occasion and prove his worth by curbing the violence and tension that trouble the city?

Khakee: The Bengal Chapter premieres on March 20, introducing viewers to a new region and a completely new story. Produced by Friday Storytellers, Neeraj Pandey helms the mantle of the showrunner for the series, with the directorial vision of Debatma Mandal and Tushar Kanti Ray.