Maidaan: A Story of Indian Football's Golden Era





Maidaan is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language biographical sports drama film based on the golden era of Indian football, specifically the period between 1952 and 1962.

About

The film revolves around Syed Abdul Rahim, a legendary Indian football coach, played by Ajay Devgn. Rahim is credited with modernizing Indian football and leading the national team to several victories, including the Asian Games gold medals in 1951 and 1962.

Maidaan depicts Rahim's struggles and triumphs as he builds a strong Indian team from scratch, facing challenges like player selection, discrimination, and internal politics. The story showcases his dedication, passion, and unwavering belief in his players' potential.

Movie Casting

Movie Cast

Movie Crew

  • Director: Amit Ravindernath Sharma (known for films like "Badhaai Ho" and
  • Producer: Boney Kapoor, Akash Chawla, Arunava Joy Sengupta, and Zee Studios
  • Music: A. R. Rahman
Release: The film was initially scheduled for release it is slated to hit the theaters on Eid 2024. 

More details: 

The title "Maidaan" translates to "field" in Hindi. The film is said to be a high-budget production with elaborate sets recreating the era and football matches. The trailer, released on March 7, 2024, has received positive reviews, praising its visuals, action sequences, and Ajay Devgn's performance. 

Maidaan aims to be a tribute to Syed Abdul Rahim and his contribution to Indian football, while also serving as an inspiration for aspiring athletes and a reminder of India's glorious sporting past.


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Maidaan Trailer | Ajay Devgn | Amit Sharma | Boney K | A.R. Rahman | Fresh Lime Films | EID 2024

Maidaan aims to be a tribute to Syed Abdul Rahim and his contribution to Indian football, while also serving as an inspiration for aspiring athletes and a reminder of India's glorious sporting past.