Ex-Indian cricketer helps with Tamil film
FORMER Indian cricketer Devika Palshikar, who played 15 one-day internationals for India, has offered her expertise for an upcoming, yet-untitled Tamil film on women’s cricket.
The project will be directed by actor-lyricist Arunraja Kamaraj, best known for penning the hit song, Neruppuda, for Rajinikanth’s Kabali.
In a statement, the makers said when Palshikar heard about the project, she came forward to support and offer her expertise to get the film made.
“Her support will help create a bigger buzz about the film. I’m really happy, and I’d be more than happy to take her help. It would be interesting if any other Indian team player would also be part of the project. We are yet to audition the cast,” Kamaraj said.
The film marks his directorial debut and he feels confident.
“This is going to be a film on sports, focusing on women’s cricket. I wrote the script much before the just-concluded ICC Women’s World Cup in which the Indian team won millions of hearts with their tremendous game and passion,” he said.
“This story is about following our passions.”
Kamaraj said some of the scenes in the film were inspired by real-life incidents. – IANS