Shikhar Dhawan expresses his desire for biopic in future; names actors who can enact his role

Former Indian star batter Shikhar Dhawan was in the news on Saturday for announcing his retirement. It was an emotional moment for the massive Indian fan base after the news was made public by Shikhar Dhawan himself via video message. 

Shikhar Dhawan was asked to two name an actor who he would love to see essay his role if a Biopic was made on his life. The former Indian batter replied that he would love to see either Akshay Kumar or Ranveer Singh play him on the big screen. 

Shikhar Dhawan Said (About his Biopic): “I would love for Akshay paaji to do it, or even Ranveer Singh, for the sheer energy he has” pic.twitter.com/LtFEMyGYCl

— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952) August 24, 2024

Akshay Kumar extended his support to Shikhar Dhawan during the lowest phase of his life. The Bollywood actor had penned a heartfelt note where he expressed his pain of not being able to meet or see his son Zoravar since his divorce. 

Shikhar Dhawan gets emotional while speaking about his son 

Moments after he announced his retirement, Shikhar Dhawan spoke to Hindustan Times and said “Zoraver is 11 now. I hope he gets to know about my retirement and all about my cricket journey. But more than as a cricketer, I would like for Zoraver to remember me as a good human being who does good deeds and brings positivity to people around him."

Late last year, Shikhar Dhawan had written an emotional post for his son which read Zoraver is 11 now. "I hope he gets to know about my retirement and all about my cricket journey. But more than as a cricketer, I would like for Zoraver to remember me as a good human being who does good deeds and brings positivity to people around him,” Dhawan said.

Former Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar posted a heartfelt message to congratulate Shikhar Dhawan on his career. Apart from playing in the national side, Shikhar Dhawan had also played a season with Sachin Tendulkar for Mumbai Indians in the IPL.

The cricket field will surely miss your flamboyance, @SDhawan25. Your smile, your style, and your love for the game have always been infectious. As you turn the page on your cricketing career, know that your legacy is forever etched in the hearts of fans and teammates alike.… pic.twitter.com/TR3TvbAj8w

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 24, 2024

Sachin Tendulkar wrote, “The cricket field will surely miss your flamboyance, @SDhawan25. Your smile, your style, and your love for the game have always been infectious. As you turn the page on your cricketing career, know that your legacy is forever etched in the hearts of fans and teammates alike. Wishing you nothing but the best in whatever comes next. Keep smiling, Shikhar!”