Mithali Raj biopic ‘Shabash Mithu’ to release on Feb 4

The creators of Taapsee Pannu’s ‘Shabaash Mithu’ have announced the film’s release date on the occasion of cricketer Mithali Raj’s birthday. The biopic of Team India’s women’s ODI skipper will be released globally on February 4, India Today.

The actress wrote, “One girl with her cricket bat has shattered world records and stereotypes. You’ve done it all Champ Happy Birthday Mithu.”

A former cricketer, Mithali Raj led the Indian Women’s Cricket team in two World Cups, in 2005 and 2017. She announced her retirement from cricket in 2019, after completing 20 years in the game.

‘Shabaash Mithu’ is a coming-of-age tale of women’s cricket in India as witnessed by the most successful woman cricketer. It will chronicle the highs and lows, setbacks and moments of euphoria of Raj’s life,” the official synopsis of the film reads.

The film chronicles the highs and lows, setbacks and moments of euphoria of Mithali’s life with Taapsee Pannu essaying the part on the silver screen. Also seen in the film will be the talented actor Vijay Raaz in a key role.