A feature film based on the extraordinary life of Amir Hussain Lone was officially announced earlier this week at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival. Lone, the inspirational armless cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir, who rose to prominence as the captain of the Jammu and Kashmir para cricket team, has become a symbol of resilience and determination through his remarkable journey in the sport despite severe physical challenges.
The film will be directed by Nishil Sheth, the Indian writer-director known for his acclaimed debut feature, Bhasmasur, which premiered on the international festival circuit and received multiple awards for its craft, sensitive portrayal of childhood, and distinctive visual language. The upcoming biopic aims to chronicle Lone’s inspiring life, struggles, and achievements both, on and off the cricket field. The film is being produced by Manjusha Paithankar and Sachin Paithankar under the banner of Aarambh Productions, along with Sameer Dixit and Rishikesh Bhirangi of Pickle Entertainment. It is being co-produced by M.S. Khan of MRFS Investment Dubai-UAE while Yogesh Karikurve serves as the creative producer on the film.
