"Ravichandran Ashwin Applauds the Authenticity of Tamil Sports Drama Lubber Pandhu"

In a post on X, spinner Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the Tamil sports drama Lubber Pandhu, which follows local stars Gethu and Anbu as they navigate the world of gully cricket in India. In his Sunday post, Ashwin called the film as'real' and praised the director and crew for their authentic portrayals of the characters. Given his stature in cricket, his endorsement is significant.

Key Highlights of Ashwin's Praise:

Authenticity: Ashwin emphasized that Lubber Pandhu is "so authentic," which resonates with the cricketing culture and fans.

 
Cultural Representation: The film extensively depicts local cricket competitions and relationships, making it sympathetic to fans of the sport.

Character Depth: Performances, particularly those of Harish Kalyan and Attakathi Dinesh, were praised for their depth Increasing the film's emotional impact.

Ok this is about a movie :

Movie making is a serious business and it involves so much hard work and creativity, hence I largely look at the positives in any movie and speak very little about the negatives.

But, today I can’t resist but mention that I enjoyed a movie after…

— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) September 23, 2024

Lubber Pandhu, directed by Tamizharasan Pachamuthu, has received great reviews for its storytelling and character development, making it a notable addition to Indian sports films. Ashwin has stated that, while filmmaking combines both love and commerce, he prefers to focus on the industry's positive side over its obstacles.