83 The film is based on India’s fantastic triumph in the 1983 Cricket World Cup, which changed the face of cricket worldwide and established India as a key figure. Three incidents stand out: India’s first surprise game against the West Indies, Kapil Dev‘s world-record 175 against Zimbabwe, which saved India’s World Cup hopes in 1983, and Kapil’s flashback in the final to eliminate Vivian Richards, who flipped the game upside down. These are the events that characterized the 1983 Cricket World Cup, and these are the events that define this film. 83 The movie unleashes a torrent of emotions that won’t let up till the end. Every theatre in India will be converted into a stadium, owing to cricket’s unique ability to unify the country. This is all because of Kabir Khan’s brilliant directing, which is at the top of his game. However, if the directorial masterclass is followed by an acting masterclass by Ranveer Singh, who lives, breathes, and transforms into the legendary Kapil Dev, it pays off handsomely. Pankaj Tripathi, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jiiva, Saqib Saleem, Jatin Sarna, and Harrdy Sandhu stand out among the cast members.
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Even minor characters like Viv Richards, Clive Lloyd, Greg Chappell, and Kevin Curran are meticulously chosen. The professional makeup teams, publisher Nitin Baid, music composer Julius Packiam, and music composer Pritam deserve special recognition for bringing Kabir Khan’s vision to life and capturing every unforgettable moment to the fullest. In her prolonged appearance, Deepika Padukone also provides a touching performance. When you watch 83, you’ll leave with a giant smile on your face, dripping with nostalgia if you’ve been there or attempting to live the memories if you’ve only heard about it and always wanted to attend. It receives a 4.5-star rating from us. For us, it was a resounding success.
