A Shoaib Akhtar biopic is in the making and we couldn’t be more excited! The film titled ‘Rawalpindi Express‘ will follow the cricketer’s professional career.
Recently, the fast bowler took to his social media to reveal that his biopic film name ‘Rawalpindi Express‘ is soon slated for release. He even shared the official motion poster for the biopic, captioned;
“Beginning of this beautiful journey. Announcing the launch of my story, my life, my Biopic, … If you think you know a lot already, you’re mistaken. You’re in for a ride you’ve never taken before. An international project by ‘qfilmproductions’. First foreign film about a Pakistani Sportsman.”
https://twitter.com/shoaib100mph/status/1551259542205435904
As per the poster, the movie will be released on 16th November 2023. Watch the full trailer here.
Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Akhtar, also known as Rawalpindi Express, is a former Pakistani fast bowler. He attained the nickname for being one of the fastest bowlers of his time.
The first ever foreign film about a Pakistani sportsman will showcase Shoaib Akhtar’s journey, his struggles in life, and much more.
Muhammad Faraz Qaiser is directing the film. The filmmaker took to Instagram to express his joy over the film as it’s a dream come true moment for him. Faraz Qaiser stated that he had an idea in mind in 2016 which finally came to real life.
Previously news of a Shoaib Akhtar biopic film turned out to be fake. The fast-bowler took to social media to clarify that he is not aware of any future project in the works.
Back in October 2020, many fans got excited over the news of a potential biopic based on the fast pacer. With names like actress Saba Qamar and actor/singer Ali Zafar being thrown around. Unfortunately, these were just rumors as Shoaib Akhtar’s business manager, Taha Sadaqat, took to Twitter to clear the air.
All the news doing rounds about the film based on Shoaib Akhtar's life is not true. All this information is incorrect. No cast or actors have been decided or under discussion.
If & when this happens, it will be announced & informed.— Taha Sadaqat (@TahaSadaqat) October 25, 2020
More about Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar is one of the biggest sporting celebrities in Pakistan. Much like Shahid Afridi and Wasim Akram, the legendary speedster has a huge fan following all around the world. Renowned for his deadly pace, vicious yorkers, and bouncers, Shoaib is considered as the fastest bowler in the history of cricket.
He remained part of Pakistan’s national team from 1997 to 2011. While being a part of the national team he represented Pakistan in all three formats of the sport. Shoaib has several world records to his name as a fast bowler. Currently, he is working as a cricket analyst on his own YouTube channel. Additionally, he is also a cricket commentator.
However, despite his immense talents, the Rawalpindi Express is also infamous for being one of the most controversial figures in the sport. From his fiery attitude on the field to his disputes off the field, Shoaib certainly has had a very fascinating career – one that could make for a good biopic.
