Amit Ravindernath Sharma

Director

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Maidaan

(11 Apr 2024)

Director, Screenplay

Trial Period

(21 Jul 2023)

Producer

Badhaai Ho

(18 Oct 2018)

Director, Producer

Tevar

(9 Jan 2015)

Director, Screenplay, Writer

Awards

2019

National Film Awards, India
(Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment)

2019

ETC Bollywood Business Awards
(The 100 Crore Club)

News

Ajay Devgn enjoys cricket session with Harbhajan Singh, check out pictures

6 Apr 2024

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 6 : Actor Ajay Devgn's most anticipated project, 'Maidaan' is just around the corner. The trailer of the film has already excited the fans and now they are eagerly waiting for its release.'Maidaan', directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, is based on a true story. Ajay Devgn stars as Syed Abdul Rahim, who dedicated his life to football and brought enormous glory to India.Ahead of the release of his film, Ajay has taken out some time out of his busy schedule to enjoy a cricket session with former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh.Taking to his Instagram handle, he posted a series of pictures in which he can be seen bowling and batting. In one of the pictures, Harbhajan can also be seen along with him. Another photo shows, Ajay and and his 'Maidaan' co-star Priyamani promoting their film on a TV show and enjoying some fun moments with Mohammad Kaif and Harbhajan.He captioned it, "At another #Maidaan today, but the passion remains the same!"His fans took no time in reacting to his post and many of them dropped heart emojis.One fan wrote, "Allrounder allrounder maidaan Ajay Devgan heart touching congratulations grand totally outstanding moive."Another mentioned, "My handsome hero"View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn)Talking about 'Maidaan', alongside Ajay, the film also stars Priyamani, Gajraj Rao, and Bengali actor Rudranil Ghosh in pivotal roles and also features Priyamani, Gajraj Rao and Bengali actor Rudranil Ghosh in pivotal roles.The film boasts a musical score by Oscar-winner AR Rahman.In 2020, producer Boney Kapoor had to dismantle the film set due to the lockdown imposed to curb the novel coronavirus pandemic.In May 2021, the set of Maidaan was destroyed by Cyclone Tauktae. Finally, the movie is all set to be released in theatres on April 10.

Ajay Devgn shares special birthday wish for Boney Kapoor

11 Nov 2023

Ajay Devgn on Saturday shared a special wish for 'Maidaan' producer Boney Kapoor on his birthday. Taking to Instagram story, Ajay shared a picture featuring him and Boney Kapoor from the film set.Sharing the photo, he wrote, "Happy birthday Boney Ji! Wishing you happiness, peace & great box office returns!"Helmed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma and co-produced by Boney Kapoor and Zee Studios, 'Maidaan' is a sports drama dedicated to the golden years of Indian football.Ajay is essaying the role of the legendary coach Syed Abdul Rahim, who is widely known as the founding father of Indian football. The film also stars Priyamani, Gajraj Rao, and Bengali actor Rudranil Ghosh.Syed Abdul Rahim who served as coach and manager of Indian football team from 1950 until his death in 1963.In 2020, producer Boney Kapoor had to dismantle the film set due to the lockdown imposed to curb the novel coronavirus pandemic. In May 2021, the set of 'Maidaan' was destroyed by Cyclone Tauktae.The official release date is yet to be decided.Boney Kapoor has been a quite successful producer in Bollywood who has worked on films like 'Mr. India', 'Mom', 'Wanted', 'No Entry', among many more.Meanwhile, Ajay is gearing up for 'Singham Again'.Helmed by Rohit Shetty 'Singham Again' also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Ranveer Singh in the lead roles.'Singham Again' is the third instalment of the super-hit franchise and the film is all set to hit theatres on the occasion of Independence Day 2024.It will face a big clash with Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2'.

Ajay Devgn shares new poster of 'Maidaan', teaser to be out on this date

28 Mar 2023

Ajay can be seen donning an intense avatar in the poster.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn)Sharing the picture, he wrote, "One Man. One Belief. One Spirit. Based on a true story. #Maidaan mein utrega saara India. Teaser out on 30th March."Helmed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma and co-produced by Boney Kapoor and Zee Studios, 'Maidaan' is touted as a sports drama dedicated to the golden years of Indian football. Ajay will be seen essaying the role of the legendary coach Syed Abdul Rahim, who is widely known as the founding father of Indian football.In 2020, producer Boney Kapoor had to dismantle the film set due to the lockdown imposed to curb the novel coronavirus pandemic. The makers faced a lot of problems this year as well. In May 2021, the set of 'Maidaan' was destroyed by Cyclone Tauktae.Gajraj Rao and Boman Irani are also a part of the film. The film is slated to release on June 23, 2023.Talking about 'Bholaa', it is an official Hindi remake of the Tamil hit 'Kaithi'. It has been styled as the story of a "one-man army, set in one night, fighting a multitude of enemies in various forms, human and otherwise."The original film revolved around an ex-convict, who decides to meet his daughter for the first time after being released from prison but gets caught in a face-off between police and the drug mafia.Bholaa marks Ajay's fourth directorial film after 'U, Me aur Hum' in 2008, 'Shivaay' in 2016, and 'Runwav 34' in 2022.The films also star Deepak Dobriyal, Sanjay Mishra, Vineet Kumar, Gajraj Rao and Tabu in pivotal roles and is all set to hit the theatres on March 30, 2023.

Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan to release on June 3, 2022

30 Sep 2021

Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan inspired by an incredible story of one of India's finest coaches is all set to hit the silver screen on 3rd June 2022. Directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, the film also features Priyamani, Gajraj Rao and Rudranil Ghosh.On September 30, Ajay Devgn tweeted, "Maidaan, A story that will resonate with every Indian, a film that I feel very strongly about. Mark the date on your calendar. Releasing worldwide on 3rd June, 2022."Inspired from an incredible true story, it will showcase the journey of one of the finest coaches that emerged from India, the one who put India on the global map. Maidaan is based on real events between 1952 and 1962, also known as the golden era of Indian football.Maidaan, A story that will resonate with every Indian, a film that I feel very strongly about. Mark the date on your calendar. Releasing worldwide on 3rd June, 2022. Produced by Zee Studios, Boney Kapoor, Akash Chawla, and Arunava Joy Sengupta, screenplay and dialogues are written by Saiwyn Quadras and Ritesh Shah respectively.