Krunal Pandya in Pusha 2 ? Cricketers Who Entered Big Screen

Pushpa 2: The Rule is one of the most highly anticipated Indian films of 2024, serving as a sequel to the blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise. Directed by Sukumar, the film stars Allu Arjun as the titular character Pushpa Raj, Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli, and Fahadh Faasil reprising his role as the antagonist Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat.

So, if you are thinking that, Did the Cricketer Krunal Pandya play the role of Buggi Reddy? This turned out to be false, as the role of Buggi Reddy was played by none other than KGF actor Tarak Ponnappa. His role flourished in the climax of the movie. His appearance and performance were highly appreciated by the audience. 

Shikhar Dhawan made a memorable cameo in the 2022 Bollywood film Double XL, which starred Huma Qureshi and Sonakshi Sinha. In his brief appearance, he was seen dancing with Huma Qureshi in an elegant black suit. The movie addressed societal issues around body image and self-acceptance​.

The legendary cricketer Kapil Dev has appeared in movies and TV shows, primarily in cameo roles, showcasing his popularity beyond the cricket field. He acted in many movies like, 83 (2021), Chain Kulii Ki Main Kulii (2007), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Iqbal (2005), and Dillagi... Yeh Dillagi (1983). 

Sachin Tendulkar is known as God Of Cricket, apart from cricket he also acted in movies. In Sachin: A Billion Dreams (2017) which is a biographical sports documentary-drama based on Sachin Tendulkar's life and cricketing career. Sachin himself appeared in the film, playing himself as it chronicled his journey from childhood to becoming a cricketing legend.

Harbhajan Singh, the former Indian cricketer, has dabbled in acting and appeared in a few movies, primarily in the South Indian and Punjabi film industries. He also acted in many movies especially in Tamil Movies like, Second Show (2022), Dikkiloona (2021), Friendship (2021), and many more.