Anushka Sharma marks her Bollywood comeback with 'Chakda Xpress'; first glimpse out now

Anushka Sharma is all set to mark her Bollywood comeback after a span of 3 years with her next project 'Chakda Xpress'. Yes, she is all set to mark her OTT debut with the upcoming movie 'Chakda Xpress' which was announced recently.

Anushka confirmed the news by sharing the announcement teaser on her social media accounts. The film will be released on Netflix which also showcases Anushka Sharma as a player of the Indian Women's Cricket team.

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For the unversed, Chakda Xpress is a biopic of Former Indian women's cricket captain Jhulan Goswami. In the biopic 'Chakda Xpress,' Anushka Sharma will portray Jhulan Goswami. the teaser also witnesses Anushka Sharma's first look as Jhulan.

The teaser showcases the Indian Women Cricket team getting ready for their match but the stadium is all vacant as no one is interested in watching the women's Cricket match.

"Jab Jersey Khud k naam ka Nahi; toh fan kis naam ko follow karega" says Anushka in the short glimpse.

The movie is being helmed by Prosit Roy and is being bankrolled by Karnesh Sharma.

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Anushka earlier stated that "It is a really special film because it is essentially a story of tremendous sacrifice. Chakda Xpress is inspired by the life and times of former Indian captain Jhulan Goswami and it will be an eye-opener into the world of women’s cricket. At a time when Jhulan decided to become a cricketer and make her country proud on the global stage, it was very tough for women to even think of playing the sport. This film is a dramatic retelling of several instances that shaped her life and also women’s cricket."

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Know about Jhulan Goswami

Jhulan Goswami is an Indian Women's Cricket team player and Former captain of the Indian National team. The biopic of Jhulan Goswami has been in the works for some years, but the actress' name wasn't conformed till now.

Anushka Sharma was rumored to have left 'Chakda Xpress' some time ago. Tripti Dimari of 'Bulbul' fame has stepped in to take his place. Anushka Sharma has finally confirmed the major movie of 2022, putting a stop to all the speculations.