Shaji Kailas' Cricket based on cricketer Sreesanth's life?

Thiruvananthapuram: Several Indian filmmakers have tried to do movies on the backdrop of cricket, but none of their attempts have had real connection to the present day cricket. Here is a director in Mollywood, who is coming up with a movie based on real cricketer. He is none other than ace helmer Shaji Kailas, who is reportedly making a film titled Cricket based on the life of cricketer Sreesanth, who was recently arrested by the Delhi police under Spot fixing allegation.

According to reports, Shaji Kailas has teamed up with scriptwriter AK Sajan for his latest directorial venture Cricket. Loosely based on the life of Sreesanth, the movie would deliver a strong message to younger generation. It tells the tale of a young Malayali cricketer. Hailing from a small village, he reaches the peak of fame with his talent and hard work. But his career comes to an abrupt end due to various reasons.

Cricket is said to be all about youth, who are more attracted towards money-oriented things and choose negative ways to earn money. The movie is said to focus on the nexus between cricket and underworld, and zooms how enormous amount of black money is generated through betting in cricket. The director and writer duo is now busy writing the story and screenplay for the film. They are expected to announce the details about its cast and crew after finishing the script.