M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016) is one of the most awaited Drama, Biography, Sport films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Neeraj Pandey at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 30 September 2016 |
| Genre | Drama, Biography, Sport |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 3h 10m |
| Certification | U |
| Director | Neeraj Pandey |
| Producer | Arun Pandey |
| Writer | Nandu Kamte |
| Cinematography | Santosh Thundiyil |
| Editor | Shree Narayan Singh |
Story & Plot
Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a goalkeeper in school football team.Bannerjee a school cricket coach asks him to join his cricket team and practice daily with him for two hours time passes and he becomes a big state level cricketer but for a long time his luck doesn't favor him to become a member of Indian Cricket team.Dhoni takes up a job in Indian Railways as a ticket checker and plays cricket for the railways after long wait of 4 years he gets selected in Indian Cricket team and turns to be one of the best cricketing captains in history of Indian Cricket.
Cast & Crew
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story is helmed by Neeraj Pandey and produced by Arun Pandey, with Anupam Kher, Disha Patani, Kiara Advani, Rajesh Sharma, Kumud Mishra, Neetha Mohindra leading the film. Anupam Kher headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Anupam Kher | Paan Singh Dhoni |
| Disha Patani | Priyanka Jha |
| Kiara Advani | Sakshi Singh Dhoni |
| Rajesh Sharma | Keshav Banerjee |
| Kumud Mishra | Deval Sahay |
| Neetha Mohindra | Dhoni's Mother |
| Bhumika Chawla | Jayanti Gupta |
| Mithu Chakrabarty | Mrs. Banerjee |
| Shantilal Mukherjee | Station Master Shishir Sarkar |
| Kali Prasad Mukherjee | Animesh Kumar Ganguly |
| Kranti Prakash Jha | Santosh Lal |
| Ravindra Mankani | Jagmohan Dalmiya |
| Kiran More | Self |
| Herry Tangiri | Yuvraj Singh |
| Rajendra Chawla | Dhoni's Sponsor |
| Monika Mundu | Mrs. Shukla |
| Alok Pandey | Chittu |
| Sarvadaman D. Banerjee | Chanchal |
| Mukesh Bhatt | Shukla Ji |
| Zeeshan Nadaf | Young MS Dhoni |
| Swini Khara | young Jayanti Gupta |
| Rhea Sharma | Ritu |
| Jitin Gulati | Gautam Gupta |
| Shivam Roy Prabhakar | Mahi's classmate |
| Mahendra Singh Dhoni | Self (archive footage) |
| Virat Kohli | Self (archive Footage) |
| Sushant Singh Rajput | Mahendra 'Mahi' Singh Dhoni |
| Nandu Kamte | Screenplay |
| Dilip Jha | Story |
| Neeraj Pandey | Story |
| Dilip Jha | Screenplay |
| Neeraj Pandey | Screenplay |
| Neeraj Pandey | Dialogue |
| Neeraj Pandey | Director |
| Shree Narayan Singh | Editor |
| Santosh Thundiyil | Director of Photography |
| Deepak Gawade | Executive Producer |
| Arun Pandey | Producer |
| Vineet Joshi | Executive Producer |
| T. Sunil Babu | Production Design |
| Amaal Mallik | Original Music Composer |
| Rochak Kohli | Original Music Composer |
| Falguni Thakore | Costume Design |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Neeraj Pandey brings a distinct and considered vision to M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, shaping its drama, biography, sport narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, biography, sport tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Where to Watch
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, biography, sport films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story as a potential standout film of the year.
