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{{Short description|2021 film by Kabir Khan}} | {{Short description|2021 Indian sports film by Kabir Khan}} | ||
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| name = 83 | | name = 83 | ||
| image = 83 film poster.jpg | | image = 83 film poster.jpg | ||
| caption = | | caption = Theatrical release poster | ||
| director = [[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]] | | director = [[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]] | ||
| producer = Kabir Khan<br> | | producer = [[Deepika Padukone]]<br />Kabir Khan<br />[[Vishnu Vardhan Induri]]<br />[[Sajid Nadiadwala]]<br />[[Reliance Entertainment]]<br />83 Film Ltd<!-- Do not add co producer. As per Official poster credits. --> | ||
| writer = Kabir Khan | | writer = Kabir Khan<br />[[Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan]]<br />Vasan Bala | ||
| starring = [[Ranveer Singh]]<br>Deepika Padukone<br>[[Tahir Raj Bhasin]]<br>[[ | {{Infobox | decat = yes | child = yes | ||
| music = '''Score:'''<br>[[Julius Packiam]]<br>'''Songs:'''<br>[[Pritam]] | | label1= Dialogues by | ||
| data1 = Kabir Khan<br />Sumit Arora | |||
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| starring = [[Ranveer Singh]]<br>Deepika Padukone<br />[[Jiiva]]<br/>[[Pankaj Tripathi]]<br />[[Tahir Raj Bhasin]]<br/>[[Saqib Saleem]]<br />[[Jatin Sarna]]<br />[[Chirag Patil]]<br />Dinker Sharma<br />Nishant Dahiya<br />[[Harrdy Sandhu]]<br />[[Sahil Khattar]]<br />[[Ammy Virk]]<br />[[Adinath Kothare]]<br />Dhairya Karwa<br />R Badree<!-- Do not change the cast order. As per Official trailer credits. --> | |||
| narrator = <!--Must be attributed to a reliable source--> | |||
| music = '''Score:'''<br />[[Julius Packiam]]<br />'''Songs:'''<br />[[Pritam]] | |||
| cinematography = [[Aseem Mishra]] | | cinematography = [[Aseem Mishra]] | ||
| editing = | | editing = Nitin Baid | ||
| | | studio = [[Reliance Entertainment]]<br />[[Phantom Films]]<br />Vibri Media<br>KA Productions<br />[[Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment]]<br />Kabir Khan Films | ||
| | | distributor = Reliance Entertainment<br />[[PVR Pictures]]<!--No dubs.--> | ||
| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2021|12|15|[[Red Sea International Film Festival]]|2021|12|24|India|ref1=<ref name="premiere"/>|ref2=<ref name="release date">{{Cite web|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83%e2%80%b2-set-release-christmas/|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83′ set to release this Christmas|date=26 September 2021|work=Bollywood Hungama|language=en-US|access-date=26 September 2021}}</ref>}} | |||
| runtime = 161 minutes<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/83-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc00odg0oti|title=83 (Film)|website=[[British Board of Film Classification]]|access-date=21 December 2021}}</ref> | |||
| country = India | | country = India | ||
| language = Hindi | | language = Hindi<!--For original production language only, not dubs.--> | ||
| budget = | | budget = {{INR|260 crore}}<ref>{{cite web |title=83 Movie (2021) - Box Office India |url=https://boxofficeindia.com/movie.php?movieid=6153 |website=Box Office India |access-date=5 January 2022}}</ref> | ||
| gross = {{INR|169.39 crore}}<ref name="bo">{{cite web|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/83/box-office/|title=83 Box Office|website=Bollywood Hungama|access-date=7 January 2022}}</ref> | |||
}} | }} | ||
'''''83''''' is | '''''83''''' is a 2021 Indian [[Hindi]]-language [[sports]] | ||
[[drama film]] | |||
directed by [[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]] and produced by [[Deepika Padukone]], Kabir Khan, [[Vishnu Vardhan Induri]], [[Sajid Nadiadwala]], [[Reliance Entertainment]] and 83 Film Ltd.<!-- Do not add co producer. As per Official poster credits. --><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-sajid-nadiadwala-and-madhu-mantena-join-hands-for-ranveer-singh-s-83-2749261|title=Sajid Nadiadwala and Madhu Mantena join hands for Ranveer Singh's '83|work=DNA|date=15 May 2019|access-date=15 May 2019|archive-date=15 May 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190515020405/https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-sajid-nadiadwala-and-madhu-mantena-join-hands-for-ranveer-singh-s-83-2749261|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/sajid-nadiadwala-co-produce-sajid-nadiadwala-co-produce-ranveer-singh-starrer-83/|title=Sajid Nadiadwala o CO-PRODUCE Kishore Kumar starrer '83|date=2019-05-15|website=Bollywood Hungama|language=en|access-date=2019-05-15}}</ref> Based on the [[India national cricket team]] led by [[Kapil Dev]], which won the [[1983 Cricket World Cup]], the film's story and dialogues were co-written by Khan, along with [[Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan]], Vasan Bala and Sumit Arora. It stars [[Ranveer Singh]] as Dev and Padukone as Romi Bhatia, Dev's wife, featuring an [[ensemble cast]] of [[Pankaj Tripathi]], [[Tahir Raj Bhasin]], [[Jiiva]], [[Saqib Saleem]], [[Jatin Sarna]], [[Chirag Patil]], Dinker Sharma, Nishant Dahiya, [[Harrdy Sandhu]], [[Sahil Khattar]], [[Ammy Virk]], [[Adinath Kothare]], Dhairya Karwa and R Badree. The film's [[soundtrack]] is composed by [[Pritam]] and the [[Film score|background score]] is composed by [[Julius Packiam]]. The [[cinematography]] and [[editing]] were handled by [[Aseem Mishra]] and Nitin Baid, respectively. The cricket action and choreography was coordinated by Rob Miller of ReelSports. | |||
The rights for producing the film based on India's journey at the 1983 World Cup was owned by [[Phantom Films]], whose producer [[Madhu Mantena]] and [[Vishnu Vardhan Induri]] had formally met the Indian squad of 1983 during mid-July 2016, and its frontman Kapil Dev, and signed a [[Memorandum of understanding]] (MoU) to make the official biopic.<ref name=":1" /> Later, in September 2017, [[Reliance Entertainment]] joined the film's producers and made an official announcement about the biopic with members of the winning team, where Singh and Khan brought on board for the project as the lead actor and director respectively.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh at the launch of movie 83|url=https://www.news18.com/photogallery/movies/ranveer-singh-at-the-launch-of-movie-83-film-1529741.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=News18|language=en}}</ref> Following an extensive casting and pre-production process, the film began [[principal photography]] on 5 June 2019, where it was majorly shot in and around [[England]] for three months and a brief schedule took place in [[India]], before filming being [[Wrap (filmmaking)|wrapped up]] on 7 October.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://m.mid-day.com/amp/articles/1983-cricket-world-cup-movie-whos-playing-who-in-the-ranveer-singh-starrer/20434182?|title=1983 Cricket World Cup Movie: Who is playing whom in the Ranveer Singh-starrer|date=19 February 2019|access-date=24 February 2019|website=midday|archive-date=24 February 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190224174037/https://m.mid-day.com/articles/1983-cricket-world-cup-movie-whos-playing-who-in-the-ranveer-singh-starrer/20434182|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
Earlier scheduled for an 10 April 2020 release, the film was pushed from its release date several times due to the casting and pre-production works that delayed filming, and also due to the [[COVID-19 pandemic in India]], thus resulting the film to be delayed entirely till 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|date=21 March 2020|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 officially postponed amid Coronavirus outbreak|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-officially-postponed-amid-coronavirus-outbreak/|url-status=live|access-date=26 November 2021|work=[[Bollywood Hungama]]}}</ref><ref name="postponed">{{cite web|title=Sooryavanshi, No Time To Die, 83, Brahmastra and Other Films Still Delayed Amid Coronavirus|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/sooryavanshi-no-time-to-die-83-brahmastra-and-other-films-still-delayed-amid-coronavirus-3766934.html|date=May 23, 2021|access-date=December 24, 2021|publisher=[[News18]]}}</ref> The film was premiered at the [[Red Sea International Film Festival]] on 15 December and released in 5,000 theatres worldwide on 24 December 2021 ([[Christmas Eve]]) in conventional 2D and [[3D film|3D]] formats, distributed by Reliance Entertainment and [[PVR Pictures]].<ref name="release date"/> The film was dubbed and released in [[Tamil language|Tamil]], [[Telugu language|Telugu]], [[Kannada]] and [[Malayalam]] languages, apart from the original version.<ref name="release date" /> The film received positive response from critics and audiences, praising the performances of the cast, screenplay, direction and technical aspects.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=83 Movie Review: FIVE reasons why you should not miss Kabir Khan's sports drama starring Ranveer Singh|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/83-five-reasons-why-you-should-not-miss-kabir-khans-sports-drama-starring-ranveer-singh/photostory/88444588.cms|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> | |||
== Premise == | |||
The movie details the journey of the victory of Indian cricket team, led by [[Kapil Dev]] ([[Ranveer Singh]]), in the 1983 World Cup. On June 25, 1983, the Lord's Cricket Ground witnessed 14 men beat the twice over World Champions West Indies, putting India back onto the cricket world stage. | |||
== Cast == | == Cast == | ||
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* [[Ranveer Singh]] as [[Kapil Dev]]: | <!-- Do not change the cast order. As per Official trailer credits. --> | ||
* [[Deepika Padukone]] as Romi Bhatia, Kapil's wife<ref name=":c1"/> | * [[Ranveer Singh]] as [[Kapil Dev]]: the Indian Cricket Team captain at the [[1983 Cricket World Cup]] | ||
* [[Deepika Padukone]] as Romi Bhatia, Kapil Dev's wife<ref name=":c1"/> | |||
* [[Pankaj Tripathi]] as [[PR Man Singh]]: Manager of the 1983 World Cup-winning Indian team<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1093381845230641157|title=The man of the moment, @TripathiiPankaj, will inspire everyone with his role of #ManSingh. #CastOf83|date=7 February 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=7 May 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210507064226/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1093381845230641157|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
* [[Tahir Raj Bhasin]] as [[Sunil Gavaskar]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1095903466495533056|title=He loves challenges and that's why he is a part of '83, playing the role of the legendary #SunilGavaskar aka Sunny. #CastOf83|date=14 February 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=15 September 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200915040521/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1095903466495533056|url-status=live}}</ref> | * [[Tahir Raj Bhasin]] as [[Sunil Gavaskar]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1095903466495533056|title=He loves challenges and that's why he is a part of '83, playing the role of the legendary #SunilGavaskar aka Sunny. #CastOf83|date=14 February 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=15 September 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200915040521/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1095903466495533056|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* [[Jiiva]] as [[Krishnamachari Srikkanth]]<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/jiiva-to-play-kris-srikkanth/article26159408.ece|title=Jiiva Choudary to play Krishnamachari Srikkanth in '83'|author=Udhav Naig|date=2 February 2019|newspaper=The Hindu|access-date=30 January 2020|archive-date=13 September 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200913192106/https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/jiiva-to-play-kris-srikkanth/article26159408.ece|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1090472349848104960|title=Tamil actor @Actorjiivachoudary is batting at no.2 as he gets into the shoes of @KrisSrikkanth, the top scorer of the '83 World Cup Final. #CastOf83|date=30 January 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210907/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1090472349848104960|url-status=live}}</ref> | * [[Jiiva]] as [[Krishnamachari Srikkanth]]<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/jiiva-to-play-kris-srikkanth/article26159408.ece|title=Jiiva Choudary to play Krishnamachari Srikkanth in '83'|author=Udhav Naig|date=2 February 2019|newspaper=The Hindu|access-date=30 January 2020|archive-date=13 September 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200913192106/https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/jiiva-to-play-kris-srikkanth/article26159408.ece|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1090472349848104960|title=Tamil actor @Actorjiivachoudary is batting at no.2 as he gets into the shoes of @KrisSrikkanth, the top scorer of the '83 World Cup Final. #CastOf83|date=30 January 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210907/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1090472349848104960|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* [[Saqib Saleem]] as [[Mohinder Amarnath]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1097357897384640515|title=Rock-solid batsman #MohinderAmarnath will be played by the talented @Saqibsaleem. #CastOf83|date=18 February 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=16 September 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200916042423/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1097357897384640515|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
* [[Jatin Sarna]] as [[Yashpal Sharma (cricketer)|Yashpal Sharma]]<ref name="toi"/> | |||
* [[Chirag Patil]] as [[Sandeep Patil]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1092279406851121152|title=@IamChiragpatil, son of cricketer #SandeepPatil, will play his father in '83. #CastOf83|date=4 February 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210914/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1092279406851121152|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
* Dinker Sharma as [[Kirti Azad]]<ref>{{Cite news|title=Ranveer Singh introduces Dinker Sharma as Kirti Azad in '83' character poster|work=Business Standard India|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/ranveer-singh-introduces-dinker-sharma-as-kirti-azad-in-83-character-poster-120011600701_1.html|access-date=2021-03-21|archive-date=18 January 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200118011628/https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/ranveer-singh-introduces-dinker-sharma-as-kirti-azad-in-83-character-poster-120011600701_1.html|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh introduces Dinker Sharma as Kirti Azad in '83'|url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-introduces-dinker-sharma-as-kirti-azad-in-83|access-date=2021-03-21|website=Free Press Journal|language=en|archive-date=24 October 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201024064930/https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-introduces-dinker-sharma-as-kirti-azad-in-83|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
* Nishant Dahiya as [[Roger Binny]]<ref name="toi"/> | |||
*[[Harrdy Sandhu]] as [[Madan Lal]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/saqib-saleem-and-harrdy-sandhu-join-the-cast-of-ranveer-singhs-83_-32576.html|title=Saqib Saleem and Harrdy Sandhu join the cast of Ranveer Singh's '83|last=Pathak|first=Vedanshi|date=18 February 2019|website=Filmfare|access-date=23 February 2019|archive-date=2 March 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190302090612/https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/saqib-saleem-and-harrdy-sandhu-join-the-cast-of-ranveer-singhs-83_-32576.html|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1103151468406861824|title=Punjab's heartthrob @HARRDYSANDHU is prepping to play gritty all-rounder #MadanLal. #CastOf83 @RanveerOfficial @kabirkhankk #MadhuMantena @vishinduri @83thefilm #Relive83|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=6 March 2019|archive-date=14 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210614142206/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1103151468406861824|url-status=live}}</ref> | *[[Harrdy Sandhu]] as [[Madan Lal]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/saqib-saleem-and-harrdy-sandhu-join-the-cast-of-ranveer-singhs-83_-32576.html|title=Saqib Saleem and Harrdy Sandhu join the cast of Ranveer Singh's '83|last=Pathak|first=Vedanshi|date=18 February 2019|website=Filmfare|access-date=23 February 2019|archive-date=2 March 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190302090612/https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/saqib-saleem-and-harrdy-sandhu-join-the-cast-of-ranveer-singhs-83_-32576.html|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1103151468406861824|title=Punjab's heartthrob @HARRDYSANDHU is prepping to play gritty all-rounder #MadanLal. #CastOf83 @RanveerOfficial @kabirkhankk #MadhuMantena @vishinduri @83thefilm #Relive83|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=6 March 2019|archive-date=14 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210614142206/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1103151468406861824|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* [[ | * [[Sahil Khattar]] as [[Syed Kirmani]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1091245695686795264|title=YouTube star @issahilkhattar is a part of '83 and he will be playing none other than #SyedKirmani in the film. #CastOf83|date=1 February 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210906/https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1091245695686795264|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* [[Ammy Virk]] as [[Balwinder Sandhu]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1087944977945112577|title=Punjabi star @AmmyVirk will play #BalwinderSinghSandhu, who knocked out Gordon Greenidge in the '83 World Cup final. #CastOf83|date=23 January 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210911/https://api.twitter.com/1.1/jot/client_event.json|url-status=live}}</ref> | * [[Ammy Virk]] as [[Balwinder Sandhu]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/RelianceEnt/status/1087944977945112577|title=Punjabi star @AmmyVirk will play #BalwinderSinghSandhu, who knocked out Gordon Greenidge in the '83 World Cup final. #CastOf83|date=23 January 2019|publisher=Reliance Entertainment Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210911/https://api.twitter.com/1.1/jot/client_event.json|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* [[Adinath Kothare]] as [[Dilip Vengsarkar]]<ref>{{cite tweet|user=taran_adarsh| author=Taran Adarsh|date=30 March 2019|number=1111849385237852160|title=Adinath Kothare to essay the role of #DilipVengsarkar in #83TheFilm... Stars Ranveer Singh as #KapilDev... Directed by Kabir Khan... Presented by Reliance Entertainment... Produced by Madhu Mantena, Vishnu Induri, Kabir Khan... #CastOf83 #Relive83 https://t.co/eOSCEvYtx8}}</ref> | * [[Adinath Kothare]] as [[Dilip Vengsarkar]]<ref>{{cite tweet|user=taran_adarsh| author=Taran Adarsh|date=30 March 2019|number=1111849385237852160|title=Adinath Kothare to essay the role of #DilipVengsarkar in #83TheFilm... Stars Ranveer Singh as #KapilDev... Directed by Kabir Khan... Presented by Reliance Entertainment... Produced by Madhu Mantena, Vishnu Induri, Kabir Khan... #CastOf83 #Relive83 https://t.co/eOSCEvYtx8}}</ref> | ||
* Dhairya Karwa as [[Ravi Shastri]]<ref name="toi">{{cite web|url=https://m.timesofindia.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/new-actors-join-the-squad-for-kabir-khans-83-movie/articleshow/68120872.cms|website=Times of India|title=New actors join the squad for Kabir Khan's '83 movie|date=23 February 2019|access-date=23 February 2019|last=Dubey|first=Rachana|archive-date=23 February 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190223174034/https://m.timesofindia.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/new-actors-join-the-squad-for-kabir-khans-83-movie/articleshow/68120872.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> | * Dhairya Karwa as [[Ravi Shastri]]<ref name="toi">{{cite web|url=https://m.timesofindia.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/new-actors-join-the-squad-for-kabir-khans-83-movie/articleshow/68120872.cms|website=Times of India|title=New actors join the squad for Kabir Khan's '83 movie|date=23 February 2019|access-date=23 February 2019|last=Dubey|first=Rachana|archive-date=23 February 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190223174034/https://m.timesofindia.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/new-actors-join-the-squad-for-kabir-khans-83-movie/articleshow/68120872.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* R Badree as [[Sunil Valson]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1110756944963239938|title=R Badree, who has worked in South Indian films, to essay the role of #SunilValson in #83TheFilm... Stars Ranveer Singh as #KapilDev... Directed by Kabir Khan... Presented by Reliance Entertainment... Produced by Madhu Mantena, Vishnu Induri, Kabir Khan... #CastOf83 #Relive83|access-date=27 March 2019|archive-date=17 April 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190417095503/https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1110756944963239938|url-status=live}}</ref> | * R Badree as [[Sunil Valson]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1110756944963239938|title=R Badree, who has worked in South Indian films, to essay the role of #SunilValson in #83TheFilm... Stars Ranveer Singh as #KapilDev... Directed by Kabir Khan... Presented by Reliance Entertainment... Produced by Madhu Mantena, Vishnu Induri, Kabir Khan... #CastOf83 #Relive83|access-date=27 March 2019|archive-date=17 April 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190417095503/https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1110756944963239938|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* [[Neena Gupta]] as Raj Kumari Nikhanj, Kapil's mother | |||
* [[Boman Irani]] as [[Farokh Engineer]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1166223949497159680|title=Boman Irani to enact the part of Farokh Engineer in #83TheFilm... Stars Ranveer Singh as #KapilDev... Directed by Kabir Khan... 10 April 2020 release. #Relive83|publisher=Taran Adarsh on Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=4 October 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201004174144/https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1166223949497159680|url-status=live}}</ref> | * [[Boman Irani]] as [[Farokh Engineer]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1166223949497159680|title=Boman Irani to enact the part of Farokh Engineer in #83TheFilm... Stars Ranveer Singh as #KapilDev... Directed by Kabir Khan... 10 April 2020 release. #Relive83|publisher=Taran Adarsh on Twitter|access-date=18 February 2019|archive-date=4 October 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201004174144/https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1166223949497159680|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
* | * Rajiv Gupta as Journalist Mishra | ||
* [[Aditi Arya]] as Inderjit Bhardwaj, Mohinder's wife<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://beautypageants.indiatimes.com/Aditi-Arya-to-make-her-Bollywood-debut-in-Ranveer-Singhs-83/Aditi-Arya-to-make-her-Bollywood-debut-in-Ranveer-Singhs-83/eventshow/70889520.cms | title=Aditi Arya to make her Bollywood debut in Ranveer Singh's '83' - BeautyPageants | access-date=10 November 2019 | archive-date=10 November 2019 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191110014211/https://beautypageants.indiatimes.com/Aditi-Arya-to-make-her-Bollywood-debut-in-Ranveer-Singhs-83/Aditi-Arya-to-make-her-Bollywood-debut-in-Ranveer-Singhs-83/eventshow/70889520.cms | url-status=live }}</ref> | |||
* [[Aditi Arya]] as Inderjit Bhardwaj | * Samreen Kaur as Simran, Balvinder's fiancée | ||
* Satish Alekar as [[SK Wankhede]] | |||
* [[Wamiqa Gabbi]] as Annu Lal, Madan Lal's wife | |||
* [[Parvati Nair]] as Pammie Gavaskar, Sunil's wife | |||
* [[Mohinder Amarnath]] as [[Lala Amarnath]] | |||
* Avantika Akerkar as [[Indira Gandhi]] | |||
* [[Rukhsar Rehman]] as Salma Sultan | |||
* Ashok Banthia as Rajiv Khanna | |||
* Chandramouli Kalyanachakravarthy as Mr. Natarajan | |||
* Rajie Sarathy as Mrs. Natarajan | |||
* Swetha Vinod as Kalyani Natarajan | |||
* Anjum Batra as Kulwant Singh Toor | |||
* Happy Sharma as Gill | |||
* Mali Marshall as [[Malcolm Marshall]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=Mali Marshall|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13024346/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t22|url-status=live|access-date=3 January 2022|website=IMDB}}</ref> | |||
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== Production == | == Production == | ||
=== Origin === | |||
A film based on the [[1983 Cricket World Cup]] and [[India]]'s win at the tournament was announced on mid-July 2016,<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|date=2016-07-13|title=Anurag Kashyap's Phantom Films producing movie on India's '83 World Cup win|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/anurag-kashyap-s-phantom-films-producing-movie-on-india-s-83-world-cup-win/story-vavZHtYsLec9RVYSoADMrO.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref> with the rights for the production being purchased by [[Phantom Films]] — a joint production company owned by [[Madhu Mantena]], featuring the collaborations of directors [[Anurag Kashyap]], [[Vikas Bahl]] and [[Vikramaditya Motwane]].<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2016-07-12|title=Check out: India's 1983 World Cup win is now a Phantom film : Bollywood News|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/check-indias-1983-world-cup-win-now-phantom-film/|access-date=2021-12-24|language=en}}</ref> Vishnu Vardhan Induri, the founder and managing director of [[Celebrity Cricket League]], also expressed his interest in co-producing the film, citing his passion for cricket.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|date=July 18, 2016|title=Official 1983 Cricket World Cup victory film happening, Kapil Dev and Phantom Films confirm|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/1983-cricket-world-cup-victory-film-kapil-dev-phantom-films-arjun-kapoor-kabir-khan-329910-2016-07-18|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Varma|first=Lipika|date=2017-10-04|title=Exclusive: Here's the man who's bringing '83 World Cup story with Ranveer starrer|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/bollywood/041017/vishnu-vardhan-induris-celluloid-innings.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Deccan Chronicle|language=en}}</ref> It is touted to be the first venture of his newly formed production house, Vibri Media.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|date=July 18, 2016|title=Official 1983 Cricket World Cup victory film happening, Kapil Dev and Phantom Films confirm|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/1983-cricket-world-cup-victory-film-kapil-dev-phantom-films-arjun-kapoor-kabir-khan-329910-2016-07-18|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> The squad members of the 1983 team, along with former Indian cricketer [[Kapil Dev]] met the producers at a suburban hotel in Mumbai, discussing about the film.<ref name=":1" /> In the process, the two production companies had signed a [[Memorandum of understanding]] (MoU) with the 1983 team to make an official biopic, where according to the norms, the producers will get to use the actual names of the players as well as use real incidents from their lives. In an official statement regarding the biopic, Dev stated that "the journey of the 1983 team is a story of inspiration which proves that one can achieve anything if they aim for it and work for it no matter what the world thinks".<ref name=":2" /> | |||
=== Development === | |||
Despite the official announcement, the makers were yet to finalise the cast and crew members and the director of the project. Rumours surfaced that [[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]] will direct the project and either [[Ranveer Singh]], [[Arjun Kapoor]] or [[Sushant Singh Rajput]] will play the role of Kapil Dev.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2016-07-19|title=Movie on India's 1983 World Cup win: Ranveer Singh, Arjun Kapoor, Sushant Singh Rajput to reprise key roles?|url=https://www.cricketcountry.com/criclife/movie-on-indias-1983-world-cup-win-ranveer-singh-arjun-kapoor-sushant-singh-rajput-to-reprise-key-roles-517667|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Cricket Country|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Kabir Khan's next to be on 1983 Cricket World Cup victory? - Celebs who made headlines|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/celebs-who-made-headlines-in-2016/kabir-khans-next-to-be-on-1983-cricket-world-cup-victory/photostory/53258758.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India}}</ref> When Khan was asked about his role in the biopic, he stated that "he was fascinated on the story of [[1983 Cricket World Cup|India's journey at the 1983 Cricket World Cup]]" but remained silent on the claims of directing the film.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Fascinated with 1983 World Cup victory, says Kabir Khan|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/fascinated-with-1983-world-cup-victory-says-kabir-khan/1111755|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Outlook India|language=en}}</ref> [[Akshay Kumar]] was also rumoured to act in the film, which was later declined.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Kulkarni|first=Prachi|title=After Salman Khan, Kabir Khan To Direct Akshay Kumar In His Next?|url=https://www.india.com/entertainment/after-salman-khan-kabir-khan-to-direct-akshay-kumar-in-his-next-2298270/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=www.india.com|language=en}}</ref> On 25 September 2017, Phantom Films announced that Singh would play the role of Kapil Dev,<ref>{{Cite web|author=<!--Staff writer(s); no by-line.-->|title=Ranveer Singh to play Kapil Dev in Kabir Khan's film|url=https://scroll.in/reel/851793/ranveer-singh-to-play-kapil-dev-in-kabir-khans-film|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Scroll.in|language=en-US}}</ref> and Kabir Khan too confirmed that he will direct the film.<ref>{{Cite web|date=25 September 2017|title=Ranveer Singh to step into Kapil Dev's shoes for Kabir Khan's next|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/ranveer-singh-kapil-dev-kabir-khan-1983-world-cup-1051738-2017-09-25|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> | |||
{{Blockquote|text=As a young schoolboy when I watched India win the 1983 Cricket World Cup. I had no idea that from that day onwards cricket in India will change forever. As a filmmaker, for me, the journey to that win, filled with raw energy and sheer passion of that young Indian team, is probably one of the most exciting stories I have worked on.|source=[[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]], on directing the film<ref>{{Cite web|date= 25 September 2017|title=Ranveer was the first choice to play Kapil Dev: Kabir Khan|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/ranveer-was-the-first-choice-to-play-kapil-dev-kabir-khan-1051792-2017-09-25|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref>}} | |||
A launch event was hosted at [[JW Marriott Hotels|JW Marriott Mumbai]] on 27 September 2017 by [[Reliance Entertainment]] and Vibri Media to announce the biopic officially under the title 83.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web|date=2017-09-27|title=Ranveer Singh and 14 men who lifted 1983 Cricket World Cup come together for '83 launch|url=https://indianexpress.com/photos/entertainment-gallery/ranveer-singh-kapil-dev-14-men-1983-cricket-world-cup-come-together-for-83-launch-4863879/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite tweet|user=taran_adarsh| author=Taran Adarsh|date=27 September 2017|number=912983885025239040|title=The launch event of Kabir Khan - Ranveer Singh film, titled #83, was truly SPECTACULAR... Sharing some glimpses... #Relive83 https://t.co/h51rrRDJmM}}</ref> Singh and the entire former team that won the Cricket World Cup in 1983 were present at the event.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2017-09-27|title=Ranveer Singh relives '83 with Kapil Dev and team, says film not only about cricket|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/ranveer-singh-relives-83-with-kapil-dev-and-team-says-film-not-only-about-cricket/story-XM2phdL9JZsJMnXTN9N57K.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref> Speaking at the event, Khan said that the makers will begin pre-production and location scouting by late-November 2017, and has planned to shoot the film in real locations, in order to create authenticity and also "to give youngsters to celebrate the milestone in the history of Indian Cricket which happened when many were not even born".<ref name=":4" /> | |||
This film was considered to be one of the last productions of Phantom Films,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Is Phantom Films' Madhu Mantena going solo? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.comcelebs/is-phantom-films-madhu-mantena-going-solo/articleshow/58105893.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> the other being ''[[Super 30 (film)|Super 30]]'' (2019) and ''[[Ghoomketu]]'' (2020). The company dissolved in October 2018 after its response to a [[Me Too movement (India)|sexual assault allegation]] on Bahl by a former women employee of the company,<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|title=Exclusive! Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Vikas Bahl and Madhu Mantena dissolve their production company |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/exclusive-anurag-kashyap-vikramaditya-motwane-vikas-bahl-and-madhu-mantena-dissolve-their-production-company/articleshow/66092937.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> and its collaborators later moved to work on independent projects.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|title=Exclusive! Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Vikas Bahl and Madhu Mantena dissolve their production company |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/exclusive-anurag-kashyap-vikramaditya-motwane-vikas-bahl-and-madhu-mantena-dissolve-their-production-company/articleshow/66092937.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Bahl was ousted from the project.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Vikas Bahl kicked out of Ranveer Singh's '83'? - Bollywood celebrities mired in controversies|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/bollywood-celebrities-mired-in-controversies/vikas-bahl-kicked-out-of-ranveer-singhs-83/photostory/66130129.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India}}</ref> In May 2019, [[Sajid Nadiadwala]] joined the film as one of the co-producers.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-05-15|title=Producer Sajid Nadiadwala joins Ranveer Singh starrer '83|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/producer-sajid-nadiadwala-joins-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-5728837/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Sajid Nadiadwala and Madhu Mantena join hands for Ranveer Singh's '83|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-sajid-nadiadwala-and-madhu-mantena-join-hands-for-ranveer-singh-s-83-2749261|access-date=2021-12-24|website=DNA India|language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== Casting === | === Casting === | ||
The casting and pre-production works were delayed extensively as Kabir Khan wanted "a cast that authenticates the 1983 Indian squad".<ref>{{Cite web|title=Why is the casting of Ranveer Singh's '83' still not complete? - Most talked about biopics you just cannot miss|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/most-talked-about-biopics-you-just-cannot-miss/why-is-the-casting-of-ranveer-singhs-83-still-not-complete/photostory/60892571.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India}}</ref> Initially, [[Vicky Kaushal]] was rumoured to play a prominent role in the film, but Kaushal denied Khan's offer due to his commitments in ''[[Uri: The Surgical Strike]]'' (2019).<ref>{{Cite web|title=Did Vicky Kaushal turn down '83'? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/did-vicky-kaushal-turn-down-83/articleshow/66087221.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Similarly, [[Allu Arjun]] and [[Vijay Deverakonda]] too were considered to play the role of [[Krishnamachari Srikkanth]], both declining the offer.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Jha|first=Subhash K|date=2018-09-07|title=Allu Arjun to make Bollywood debut?|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/bollywood/070918/allu-arjun-to-make-bollywood-town-debut.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Deccan Chronicle|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Vijay Devarakonda to make his Bollywood debut with Kapil Dev biopic? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/vijay-devarakonda-to-make-his-bollywood-debut-with-kapil-dev-biopic/articleshow/67228580.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Later, Tamil actor [[Jiiva]] was signed to reprise Srikkanth, marking his Hindi debut.<ref>{{Cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/tamil-actor-jiiva-to-play-krishnamachari-srikkant-in-ranveer-singhs-83/articleshow/67749897.cms | title=Tamil actor Jiiva to play Krishnamachari Srikkant in Ranveer Singh's '83' | website=[[The Times of India]] | access-date=30 January 2020 | archive-date=14 September 2020 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200914184149/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/tamil-actor-jiiva-to-play-krishnamachari-srikkant-in-ranveer-singhs-83/articleshow/67749897.cms | url-status=live }}</ref> His inclusion was officially confirmed on late-January 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|date=January 30, 2019|title=Confirmed: Tamil star Jiiva to play Krishnamachari Srikkanth in Ranveer Singh film 83|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/confirmed-tamil-star-jiiva-to-play-krishnamachari-srikkanth-in-ranveer-singh-film-83-1442472-2019-01-30|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> On 23 January, [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]] actor-singer [[Ammy Virk]] was signed to play the role of [[Balwinder Sandhu]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Singer Ammy Virk To Star As Balvinder Singh Sandhu In '83|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/singer-ammy-virk-to-star-as-balvinder-singh-sandhu-in-83-1982174|access-date=2021-12-24|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> The makers further cast [[Tahir Raj Bhasin]] and ex-cricketer and singer [[Harrdy Sandhu]], to play the roles of [[Sunil Gavaskar]] and [[Madan Lal]] respectively.<ref>{{Cite web|title='83': Sunny Kaushal, Harrdy Sandhu, Tahir Raj Bhasin to star alongside Ranveer Singh? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/83-sunny-kaushal-harrdy-sandhu-tahir-raj-bhasin-to-star-alongside-ranveer-singh/articleshow/67710545.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Tahir Bhasin to portray the original little master Sunil Gavaskar in Kabir Khan's '83' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/tahir-bhasin-to-portray-the-original-little-master-sunil-gavaskar-in-kabir-khans-83/articleshow/67988332.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> [[Chirag Patil]], son of former cricketer and a member of 1983 Indian cricket squad, [[Sandeep Patil]] reprised his father's role for the film, thereby making his acting debut.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-02-04|title=Chirag Patil to play Sandeep Patil in Ranveer Singh starrer '83|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/chirag-patil-sandeep-patil-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-5567854/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Sandip Patil's son Chirag on his '83 role: Don't think any actor has played his own father before |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/sandip-patils-son-chirag-on-his-83-role-dont-think-any-actor-has-played-his-own-father-before/articleshow/67829505.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== | The casting process continued till mid-February 2019,<ref name="Midday">{{cite web|date=19 February 2019|title=1983 Cricket World Cup Movie: Who is playing whom in the Ranveer Singh-starrer|url=https://m.mid-day.com/amp/articles/1983-cricket-world-cup-movie-whos-playing-who-in-the-ranveer-singh-starrer/20434182?|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190224174037/https://m.mid-day.com/amp/articles/1983-cricket-world-cup-movie-whos-playing-who-in-the-ranveer-singh-starrer/20434182|archive-date=24 February 2019|access-date=24 February 2019|website=midday}}</ref><ref name="toi" /> with [[Saqib Saleem]] playing the role of [[Mohinder Amarnath]],<ref>{{Cite web|title=Saqib Saleem to play Mohinder 'Jimmy' Amarnath in '83 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/saqib-saleem-to-play-mohinder-jimmy-amarnath-in-83/articleshow/68034973.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> and Dhairya Karwa was assigned to reprise [[Ravi Shastri]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh finds his Ravi Shastri in Dhairya Karwa |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singh-finds-his-ravi-shastri-in-dhairya-karwa/articleshow/68108248.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Dhairya Karwa: It's challenging to play Ravi Shastri |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/dhairya-karwa-its-challenging-to-play-ravi-shastri/articleshow/68874943.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> [[Pankaj Tripathi]] roped in to play [[PR Man Singh]], former cricketer, who managed the Indian Cricket Team playing for 1983 World Cup.<ref>{{Cite web|date=February 7, 2019|title=83: Pankaj Tripathi joins Ranveer Singh as manager of winning World Cup team|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/83-pankaj-tripathi-joins-ranveer-singh-as-manager-of-winning-world-cup-team-1450130-2019-02-07|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> Vijay Varma was initially reported to play [[Roger Binny]], but the role went to Nishant Dahiya.<ref>{{Cite web|title=New actors join the squad for Kabir Khan's '83 movie |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/new-actors-join-the-squad-for-kabir-khans-83-movie/articleshow/68120872.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Amiya Dev, Kapil Dev's daughter joined as an assistant director to [[Kabir Khan (director)|Kabir Khan]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-03-27|title=Kapil Dev's daughter joins Ranveer Singh's '83! Her role in the movie will surprise you|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/kapil-devs-daughter-joins-ranveer-singhs-83-role-movie-will-surprise/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190328070439/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/kapil-devs-daughter-joins-ranveer-singhs-83-role-movie-will-surprise/|archive-date=28 March 2019|access-date=2019-03-28|website=Bollywood Hungama|language=en}}</ref> R. Badree, who acted in Khan's web-series The Forgotten Army, assigned to play the role of [[Sunil Valson]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=R Badree to play Sunil Valson in Kabir Khan's directorial '83 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/r-badree-to-play-sunil-valson-in-kabir-khans-directorial-83/articleshow/68594257.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> In mid-April 2019, [[Adinath Kothare]] was assigned to play [[Dilip Vengsarkar]],<ref>{{Cite web|title=Addinath M. Kothare to play Dilip Vengsarkar in Kabir Khan's '83 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/addinath-m-kothare-to-play-dilip-vengsarkar-in-kabir-khans-83/articleshow/68643265.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> and [[Jatin Sarna]] was signed in to play [[Yashpal Sharma (cricketer)|Yashpal Sharma]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-04-02|title=83: Sacred Games actor Jatin Sarna to play Yashpal Sharma in Kabir Khan's sports drama-Entertainment News , Firstpost|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/83-sacred-games-actor-jatin-sarna-to-play-yashpal-sharma-in-kabir-khans-sports-drama-6372961.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref> Mali Marshall was cast to play his father and [[West Indies cricket team|West Indies]] fast bowler [[Malcolm Marshall]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-04-16|title=West Indies fast bowler Malcolm Marshall's son Mali Marshall joins '83|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/west-indies-fast-bowler-malcolm-marshalls-son-mali-marshall-joins-83/|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190416110318/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/west-indies-fast-bowler-malcolm-marshalls-son-mali-marshall-joins-83/|archive-date=16 April 2019|access-date=2019-04-16|website=Bollywood Hungama|language=en}}</ref> In May 2019, [[Pritam]] was announced as the music director,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/83-ranveer-singh-kabir-khan-set-collaborate-pritam-iconic-anthem/|title='83: Ranveer Singh and Kabir Khan set to collaborate with Pritam for an iconic anthem|date=2019-05-13|website=Bollywood Hungama|language=en|access-date=2019-05-13|archive-date=13 May 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190513064722/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/83-ranveer-singh-kabir-khan-set-collaborate-pritam-iconic-anthem/|url-status=live}}</ref> and in June, [[Deepika Padukone]] joined the cast as Kapil Dev's wife, Romi Bhatia, while also co-producing the film.<ref name=":c1">{{cite web|date=12 June 2019|title=Watch: The story of Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's life summed up in two seconds|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/watch-the-story-of-deepika-padukone-and-ranveer-singhs-life-summed-up-in-two-seconds/articleshow/69751227.cms|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190612102036/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/watch-the-story-of-deepika-padukone-and-ranveer-singhs-life-summed-up-in-two-seconds/articleshow/69751227.cms|archive-date=12 June 2019|access-date=12 June 2019|website=Times of India}}</ref> While [[Katrina Kaif]] was initially rumoured to play the role,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Katrina Kaif keen to star opposite Ranveer Singh in Kapil Dev biopic '83'? - Fresh on-screen pairs to look forward to|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/fresh-on-screen-pairs-to-look-forward-to/katrina-kaif-keen-to-star-opposite-ranveer-singh-in-kapil-dev-biopic-83/photostory/60924420.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India}}</ref> Khan stated that she was never in talks for the film.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Katrina Kaif 'Never In Talks For' Ranveer Singh's '83. It Was Always Deepika Padukone|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/katrina-kaif-never-in-talks-for-ranveer-singhs-83-it-was-always-deepika-padukone-2073298|access-date=2021-12-24|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> | ||
'83' likewise stars Deepika Padukone, Pankaj Tripathi, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jiiva, Saqib Saleem, Jatin Sarna, Chirag Patil, Dinker Sharma, Nishant Dahiya, Harrdy Sandhu, Sahil Khattar, Ammy Virk, Adinath Kothare, Dhairya Karwa, and R Badree.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Cast of 83|url=https://www.greedytaker.in/2021/12/83-movie-will-became-disaster.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=greedytaker.in}}</ref> | |||
=== Pre-production === | |||
Singh began preparing for the role during mid-August 2018, and learnt lessons from former professional cricketer [[Sachin Tendulkar]].<ref name=":5">{{Cite web|title=Cricket gyaan from cricket ka bhagwaan! That's how Ranveer Singh's prep for '83 began with Sachin Tendulkar|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-cricket-gyaan-from-cricket-ka-bhagwaan-that-s-how-ranveer-singh-s-prep-for-83-began-with-sachin-tendulkar-2647952|access-date=2021-12-24|website=DNA India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Kapil Dev to train Ranveer Singh for Kabir Khan's next '83'? - Movies to look forward to|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/photo-features/movies-to-look-forward-to/kapil-dev-to-train-ranveer-singh-for-kabir-khans-next-83/photostory/65385654.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India}}</ref> Khan also joined the team at the [[Lord's|Lord's Cricket Stadium]] in [[St John's Wood]], [[London]] where he began pre-production works on the film.<ref name=":5">{{Cite web|title=Cricket gyaan from cricket ka bhagwaan! That's how Ranveer Singh's prep for '83 began with Sachin Tendulkar|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-cricket-gyaan-from-cricket-ka-bhagwaan-that-s-how-ranveer-singh-s-prep-for-83-began-with-sachin-tendulkar-2647952|access-date=2021-12-24|website=DNA India|language=en}}</ref> He also trained under the guidance of Kapil Dev, to fit for his role in the film.<ref>{{cite web|date=25 May 2019|title=Ranveer Singh learning intricacies from Kapil Dev before shooting for '83'|url=http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2019/may/25/ranveer-singh-learning-intricacies-from-kapil-dev-before-shooting-for-83-1981612.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210905/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2019/may/25/ranveer-singh-learning-intricacies-from-kapil-dev-before-shooting-for-83-1981612.html|archive-date=23 June 2021|access-date=25 May 2019|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> When the final cast being announced, former cricketer-politician [[Kirti Azad]] gave to Khan on how they enact the former cricketers on-screen. He further gave inputs on his former teammates nature and mannerisms. In March 2019, the team underwent practice sessions at [[Mumbai]] for 3 hours, starting from 7:00{{En dash}}10:00 AM, while Singh prepared for an extra hour.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web|title=Kirti Azad gives tips to Kabir Khan's squad of '83' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/kirti-azad-gives-tips-to-kabir-khans-squad-of-83/articleshow/68558688.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> The training sessions consisted of physical, skill training and establishing different styles.<ref name=":6" /> A source from ''[[The Indian Express]]'' said that "Ranveer practiced for about 2 hours every alternate day with Balwinder Singh Sandhu. Post that, they discuss the mindset of the 1983 team during the tournament and dissect Kapil Dev’s captaincy that Balwinder saw from close quarters."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-03-27|title=Ranveer Singh on 83 prep: I am thoroughly enjoying this athletic lifestyle|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-on-83-prep-balwinder-singh-sandhu-kabir-khan-5645739/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> Then, in April 2019, the cast trained at cricket with former cricketers [[Balwinder Sandhu]] and [[Yashpal Sharma (cricketer)|Yashpal Sharma]], at a camp at [[Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium|Dharamshala Cricket Stadium]] for 10 days.<ref>{{cite web|date=6 April 2019|title=Photos: Ranveer Singh and the cast of '83' train with Kapil Dev at Dharamshala Cricket Stadium|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/photos-ranveer-singh-and-the-cast-of-83-train-with-kapil-dev-at-dharamshala-cricket-stadium/articleshow/68746520.cms|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190409141011/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/photos-ranveer-singh-and-the-cast-of-83-train-with-kapil-dev-at-dharamshala-cricket-stadium/articleshow/68746520.cms|archive-date=9 April 2019|access-date=6 April 2019|website=Times of India}}</ref> He was further trained with Kapil Dev at [[Delhi]] in May 2019, closer to the start of the film's shoot,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh leaves for New Delhi to train with Kapil Dev for '83' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singh-leaves-for-new-delhi-to-train-with-kapil-dev-for-83/articleshow/69246701.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> and also attended practice sessions at Lord's in June 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh feels honoured to practise at Lord's, proud to be working on a film like '83' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singh-feels-honoured-to-practise-at-lords-proud-to-be-working-on-a-film-like-83/articleshow/69635408.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== Filming === | === Filming === | ||
Khan announced that the | Khan announced that the filming would start in [[London]] and will be extensively shot there for three months, starting from May 2019.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob7t9z3QnPI|title=Kabir Khan's Mind Blowing reaction Ranveer Singh's performance|publisher=Pop Diaries on YouTube|date=22 February 2019|access-date=24 February 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210915/https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Ob7t9z3QnPI|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/just-in-ranveer-singh-to-begin-shooting-for-83-in-glasgow-33930.html|website=Filmfare|title=Just in: Ranveer Singh to begin shooting for '83 in Glasgow|first=Kajol|last=Mathur|date=17 May 2019|access-date=25 May 2019|archive-date=25 May 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190525181552/https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/just-in-ranveer-singh-to-begin-shooting-for-83-in-glasgow-33930.html|url-status=live}}</ref> The entire cast flew to London on 28 May to become part of the shooting schedule.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://wap.business-standard.com/article/news-ians/suited-booted-83-cast-leaves-for-london-119052800351_1.html|newspaper=Business Standard India|title=Suited, booted: '83' cast leaves for London|date=28 May 2019|access-date=28 May 2019|archive-date=23 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210917/https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ians/suited-booted-83-cast-leaves-for-london-119052800351_1.html|url-status=live}}</ref> [[Principal photography]] began on 5 June at [[Glasgow]], [[Scotland]] where filming took place for one week.<ref>{{Cite web|title='83: Ranveer Singh poses with fans in Glasgow |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/83-ranveer-singh-poses-with-fans-in-glasgow/articleshow/69699668.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=83': Ranveer Singh and team warms up before an intense practice session in Glasgow |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/83-ranveer-singh-and-team-warms-up-before-an-intense-practice-session-in-glasgow/articleshow/69798291.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Padukone joined film team in Glasgow for her part of shooting.<ref>{{cite web|last=Singh|first=Raghuvendra|date=12 June 2019|title=Pictures: Deepika Padukone joins Kabir Khan's 83 in Glasgow|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/pictures-deepika-padukone-joins-kabir-khans-83-in-glasgow-34313.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210915/https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/pictures-deepika-padukone-joins-kabir-khans-83-in-glasgow-34313.html|archive-date=23 June 2021|access-date=12 June 2019|website=Filmfare}}</ref> On 25 June 2019, celebrating the anniversary of India's win at the [[1983 Cricket World Cup Final|1983 Cricket World Cup]], Khan stated about the shooting of the [[climax (narrative)|climax]] scene, which was the [[1983 Cricket World Cup Final|finals]], saying that, the shooting will begin after [[2019 Cricket World Cup]] tournament (14 July 2019).<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-06-26|title=Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone to shoot 83 final match at Lord's after World Cup 2019 ends|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-to-shoot-83-final-match-at-lord-s-after-world-cup-2019-ends/story-RvdZAXY0f91no9YzjAp3uM.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-06-26|title=83: Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone to shoot climax at Lord's after conclusion of 2019 Cricket World Cup-Entertainment News , Firstpost|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/83-ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-to-shoot-climax-at-lords-after-conclusion-of-2019-cricket-world-cup-6883461.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref> On 4 July, Pankaj Tripathi stated that he wrapped the shooting of the film.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Pankaj Tripathi wraps up shooting for his first schedule in the UK for Ranveer Singh starrer '83' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/pankaj-tripathi-wraps-up-shooting-for-his-first-schedule-in-the-uk-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83/articleshow/70073288.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> | ||
On 17 July, post the [[2019 Cricket World Cup Final|2019 World Cup Final]], the team began preparation for shooting for the climax scene with Chirag Patil, sharing [[Making-of|behind-the-scenes]] video from the practice sessions.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Watch: This video proves Ranveer Singh and team '83' take their cricket practice sessions very seriously |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/watch-this-video-proves-ranveer-singh-and-team-83-take-their-cricket-practice-sessions-very-seriously/articleshow/70259735.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Madhu Mantena, the film's producer revealed that shooting at the Lord's cricket ground, was a difficult task due to security reasons, and he went a trip to London, every month for a year to work with the local production crew to get the required permissions.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|title=Kabir Khan on wrapping up UK schedule of Ranveer Singh's '83: It's like we had won the World Cup too |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/kabir-khan-on-wrapping-up-uk-schedule-of-ranveer-singhs-83-its-like-we-had-won-the-world-cup-too/articleshow/70942278.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Mantena said that, the film unit is the that has ventured into the players' locker room and the long room in the stadium and since they were recreating a real event, there was a lot of detailing involved in terms of locations and replications.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|title=Kabir Khan on wrapping up UK schedule of Ranveer Singh's '83: It's like we had won the World Cup too |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/kabir-khan-on-wrapping-up-uk-schedule-of-ranveer-singhs-83-its-like-we-had-won-the-world-cup-too/articleshow/70942278.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> The makers continued shooting further at the [[Dulwich College]] in [[London]], [[Edinburgh]] cricket club, [[Nevill Ground]] at [[Royal Tunbridge Wells]] in Kent and [[The Oval|The Oval cricket ground]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh shares a beautiful photo of him enjoying a view of a rainbow from the sets of '83' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singh-shares-a-beautiful-photo-of-him-enjoying-a-view-of-a-rainbow-from-the-sets-of-83/articleshow/70561960.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> The team went to Lord's stadium in late-August to shoot the climax scene for five days, and after its completion, the team wrapped the three-month filming schedule in London on 1 September 2019.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|title=Kabir Khan on wrapping up UK schedule of Ranveer Singh's '83: It's like we had won the World Cup too |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/kabir-khan-on-wrapping-up-uk-schedule-of-ranveer-singhs-83-its-like-we-had-won-the-world-cup-too/articleshow/70942278.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=August 31, 2019|title=Ranveer Singh wraps up 83 London schedule in style. Watch video|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/ranveer-singh-wraps-up-83-london-schedule-with-a-glass-of-wine-watch-video-1593796-2019-08-31|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> The team returned to India, to shoot few sequences for the film at [[Mumbai]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-09-02|title=Shooting schedule of '83 at the Lord's in London wrapped up|url=https://www.thequint.com/news/hot-news/shooting-schedule-of-83-at-the-lord-s-in-london-wrapped-up|access-date=2021-12-24|website=TheQuint|language=en}}</ref> On 10 September 2019, the team kickstarted the second and final schedule of the film.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh to begin shooting for '83 in Mumbai Tuesday onwards|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-to-begin-shooting-for-83-in-mumbai-tuesday-onwards-35971.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=filmfare.com|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-09-07|title='83: Ranveer Singh starrer to kickstart shooting in Mumbai on Tuesday|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/83-ranveer-singh-starrer-kickstart-shooting-mumbai-tuesday-472344|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Pinkvilla|language=en}}</ref> Padukone finished her portion of shooting in mid-September.<ref>{{Cite web|date=14 September 2019|title=Deepika Padukone Wraps up Shoot for Ranveer Singh Starrer '83 in Mumbai|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/deepika-padukone-wraps-up-shoot-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-in-mumbai-2308611.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190921084031/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/deepika-padukone-wraps-up-shoot-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-in-mumbai-2308611.html|archive-date=21 September 2019|access-date=14 September 2019|website=News18}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Deepika Padukone wraps up Ranveer Singh starrer '83 in Mumbai|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/deepika-padukone-wraps-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-mumbai-473845|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190925135105/http://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/deepika-padukone-wraps-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-mumbai-473845|archive-date=25 September 2019|access-date=14 September 2019|website=Pinkvilla|date=14 September 2019}}</ref> The filming was completed on 7 October 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/deepika-padukone-to-throw-wrap-up-party-for-ranveer-singh-and-team-of-83-2336561.html|title=Deepika Padukone to Throw Wrap Up Party for Ranveer Singh and Team of '83|website=News18|date=7 October 2019|access-date=15 March 2020|archive-date=19 December 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191219050201/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/deepika-padukone-to-throw-wrap-up-party-for-ranveer-singh-and-team-of-83-2336561.html|url-status=live}}</ref> | |||
== Soundtrack == | |||
{{main article|83 (soundtrack)}} | |||
The film's soundtrack is composed by [[Pritam]], who worked with Kabir Khan's previous films including [[New York (2009 film)|''New York'']] (2009), ''[[Bajrangi Bhaijaan]]'', ''[[Phantom (2015 film)|Phantom]]'' (2015) and ''[[Tubelight (2017 Hindi film)|Tubelight]]'' (2017).<ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-01-18|title=Kabir Khan Reveals About The Shooting Schedule Of 83, Lip-Syncing Songs & More!|url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-news/kabir-khan-reveals-about-the-shooting-schedule-of-83-lip-syncing-songs-more/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2019-01-18|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83’s album will not have lip synced songs says director Kabir Khan; here’s why|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-s-album-will-not-have-lip-synced-songs-says-director-kabir-khan-here-s-why-437636|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Pinkvilla|language=en}}</ref> The film score is composed by [[Julius Packiam]]. Pritam began composing for the film's soundtrack during mid-2019, and complete within mid-2021.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Pritam makes music for Ranveer Singh's '83|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-pritam-makes-music-for-ranveer-singh-s-83-2748608|access-date=2021-12-25|website=DNA India|language=en}}</ref><ref name="PritamtoCompose">{{Cite web|title=Pritam to compose music for Ranveer Singh-starrer '83'|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/hindi/2019/may/13/pritam-to-compose-music-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-1976290.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> The original soundtrack featured 14 compositions, with six original tunes, five alternatives and three [[instrumentals]]. Lyrics for the songs are written by [[Kausar Munir]], [[Jaideep Sahni]], Prashant Ingole and Ashish Pandit, and vocals were provided by [[Arijit Singh]], [[Benny Dayal]], Tushar Joshi, [[Krishnakumar Kunnath]], [[Amit Mishra (singer)|Amit Mishra]], [[Papon (singer)|Papon]] and Raghav Chaitanya. The songs — "Lehra Do" and "Bigadne Do" — were released as lead singles from the album on 6 and 13 December 2021.<ref>{{Cite web|date=December 6, 2021|first=Rishita Roy |last=Chowdhury|title=83 song Lehra Do out. Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev makes India gear up for glory|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/83-song-lehra-do-out-ranveer-singh-as-kapil-dev-makes-india-gear-up-for-glory-1884667-2021-12-06|access-date=2021-12-25|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-10|title=83’s Bigadne De: Ranveer Singh, Saqib Saleem wash clothes in bathtub, celebrate victories with team in new song. Watch|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/83s-bigadne-de-ranveer-singh-saqib-saleem-wash-clothes-in-bathtub-celebrate-victories-with-team-in-new-song-watch-101639379676133.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref> The full soundtrack album was released on 23 December by [[Zee Music Company]] label.<ref name="jiosaavn">{{cite web|title=83 – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack|url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/83/jpGVn0zvN5o_|publisher=Jiosaavn}}</ref> | |||
== Marketing == | |||
Prior to the shooting of the film, in October 2017, Singh, Khan and Phantom Films signed a contract with [[Bartle Bogle Hegarty]] (BBH), a British-based creative agency, for bring branded entertainment and strategic partnerships.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Phantom Films and Reliance Entertainment rope in BBH to handle '83's brand partnerships - ET BrandEquity|url=https://brandequity.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/media/phantom-films-and-reliance-entertainment-rope-in-bbh-to-handle-83s-brand-partnerships/61197423|access-date=2021-12-25|website=ETBrandEquity.com|language=en}}</ref> On 6 July 2019, coinciding Singh's birthday, he released a still from the film, featuring him transforming as Kapil Dev.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh transforms into Kapil Dev for '83 ►|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singh-transforms-into-kapil-dev-for-83/articleshow/70098520.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> His look received praise from fans and celebrities alike.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh's first look from '83: B-town celebs praise the star ►|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singhs-first-look-from-83-b-town-celebs-appreciate-the-star/articleshow/70103853.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> On 10 January 2020, the promotions for the film kickstarted with the first title logo being launched.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-11|title=Ranveer Singh Unveils Logo of '83|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/ranveer-singh-unveils-logo-of-83-2454193.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=News18|language=en}}</ref><ref name=":8">{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh Unveils The Logo Of His Film '83. See Pic|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-unveils-the-logo-of-his-film-83-see-pic-2162329|access-date=2021-12-24|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> The character posters from the film were launched starting from 11 January.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh Unveils The Logo Of His Film '83. See Pic|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-unveils-the-logo-of-his-film-83-see-pic-2162329|access-date=2021-12-24|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> On 25 January 2020, the cast and crew members along with the former 1983 Indian cricket team attended a special event held at [[Sathyam cinemas|Sathyam Cinemas]], [[Chennai]] to launch the first look from the film,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-26|title=83 first look: Relive the victory of Kapil's Devils|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/83-first-look-1983-cricket-world-cup-6235256/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> with [[Kamal Haasan]] as the chief guest.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Watch: Ranveer Singh unveils '83 poster in a grand launch ceremony with Kapil Dev and Kamal Haasan |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/watch-ranveer-singh-unveils-83-poster-in-a-grand-launch-ceremony-with-kapil-dev-and-kamal-haasan/articleshow/73618835.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> The official trailer of the film released on 30 November 2021, which coincided with the launch event in Mumbai.<ref>{{Cite web|date=November 30, 2021|author=Tanushree Roy|title=83 trailer out. Ranveer Singh leads Team India to victory as Kapil Dev|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/83-trailer-out-now-ranveer-singh-leads-team-india-as-kapil-dev-1882342-2021-11-30|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> The trailer was attached with the prints of ''[[Tadap (2021 film)|Tadap]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh '83 trailer to release on November 30, to be attached with the prints of Ahan Shetty-Tara Sutaria's 'Tadap'|url=https://www.peepingmoon.com/entertainment-news/news/60523/Ranveer-Singh--trailer-to-release-on-December-to-be-attached-with-the-prints-of-Ahan-Shetty-Tara-Sutarias-Tadap.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Peeping Moon|language=en}}</ref> | |||
The makers collaborated with several brands to promote the film including, [[Mobil]],<ref>{{Cite web|author=Nandini Sen Gupta |date=February 25, 2021|title=Mobil partners with '83' movie team |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/mobil-partners-with-83-movie-team/articleshow/74306303.cms|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> [[Aqua Pura|Aqua Pura Mountain Water]], [[Fevicol]], Carrera Eyewear, [[Tide (brand)|Tide]], KromaColor, [[Nestlé]], [[Rupa Company]], [[Finolex Group|Finolex]] and Toothsi.<ref name=":9">{{Cite web|title=Over 30 brands make beeline for Ranveer Singh starrer '83'|url=https://www.exchange4media.com/marketing-news/over-30-brands-make-beeline-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-117402.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Exchange4media|language=en}}</ref> A source from Reliance Entertainment, stated that "83 is one of the major films that has roped in multiple brands, in the post-pandemic era. We have roped in close to 35 brands for the perimeter branding, in-film associations, and out-of-film placement. These brand tie-ups are a good strategy for us to garner more media and also it helps the film to reach more audiences and territories."<ref name=":9">{{Cite web|title=Over 30 brands make beeline for Ranveer Singh starrer '83'|url=https://www.exchange4media.com/marketing-news/over-30-brands-make-beeline-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-117402.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Exchange4media|language=en}}</ref> It has been reported that the cost of out-of-film and in-film branding is estimated to be {{INRConvert|20|l}} to {{INRConvert|1|c}}.<ref name=":9">{{Cite web|title=Over 30 brands make beeline for Ranveer Singh starrer '83'|url=https://www.exchange4media.com/marketing-news/over-30-brands-make-beeline-for-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-117402.html|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Exchange4media|language=en}}</ref> Even before the theatrical release, in March 2021, Singh and Kabir Khan, in collaboration with Indian tennis sportsperson, [[Mahesh Bhupathi]] launched a merchandise brand based on the film named as ''83 Believe''. The brand is reportedly valued around {{INRConvert|20|c}}, becoming the widest consumer product range launched by any film-based property in India.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-03-17|title='83 Believe' Becomes The First Ever Indian Film Based Brand Inspired By Kabir Khan's '83 {{!}} MissMalini|url=https://www.missmalini.com/2021/03/17/83-believe-becomes-the-first-ever-indian-film-based-brand-inspired-by-kabir-khans-83/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=MissMalini|language=en}}</ref> | |||
The film's team launched stills and trailer of the film at [[Burj Khalifa]] in [[Dubai]], as a part of the promotions.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-18|title='83' Trailer Lights Up Burj Khalifa: Ranveer Overwhelmed, Kapil Gets Emotional|url=https://www.thequint.com/sports/83-trailer-lights-up-burj-khalifa-ranveer-singh-overwhelmed-kapil-dev-gets-emotional|access-date=2021-12-25|website=TheQuint|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-17|title=Ranveer Singh holds Deepika Padukone as 83 trailer lights up Burj Khalifa, watch|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-holds-deepika-padukone-as-83-trailer-lights-up-burj-khalifa-7677031/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> On 23 December, the team further launched collectibles based on the film through [[non-fungible token]]s (NFT) — which includes autographed physical cricket memorabilia, video scenes, animated digital avatars, and unseen posters and images from the film. The film's producers partnered with NFT Labs, and Social Swag, an influencer-led fan engagement platform for the launch of NFTs.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-18|title=Ranveer Singh starrer "83" NFT collection to be launched on December 23|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/crypto/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-nft-collection-to-drop-on-december-23-7679172/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-18|title=Ranveer Singh Starrer "83" NFT Collection To Drop On December 23|url=https://www.news18.com/news/tech/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-nft-collection-to-drop-on-december-23-4568177.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=News18|language=en}}</ref> Prithviraj Sukumaran, the distributor of the film's Malayalam version promoted the film, by enacting as an interviewer to Ranveer Singh, sharing his experiences about the film.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh shares a video of Prithviraj Sukumaran kicking off the countdown to '83' – Watch! |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singh-shares-a-video-of-prithviraj-sukumaran-kicking-off-the-countdown-to-83-watch/articleshow/88336608.cms|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Sudeep further announced that the glimpse of his film, ''[[Vikrant Rona]]'' will be attached to the prints of ''83'', where the film's Kannada version will be screened across 500 cinema theatres in Karnataka.<ref>{{Cite web|title='83' to feature a glimpse of 'Vikrant Rona' in over 500 cinema halls |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/83-to-feature-a-glimpse-of-vikrant-rona-in-over-500-cinema-halls/articleshow/88470947.cms|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> | |||
== Release == | == Release == | ||
== | === Theatrical === | ||
In November 2017, Reliance Entertainment announced that the film would be theatrically released on 5 April 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2017-11-05|title=83: Ranveer Singh starrer based on India's 1983 World Cup victory to release on 5 April 2019-Entertainment News , Firstpost|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/83-ranveer-singh-starrer-based-on-indias-1983-world-cup-victory-to-release-on-5-april-2019-4194381.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref> However, due to the extensive pre-production works which further delaying the film's shooting process, the makers postponed the release to 30 August,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2018-02-04|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 1983, directed by Kabir Khan, to hit the screens on 30 August 2019-Entertainment News , Firstpost|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-starrer-1983-directed-by-kabir-khan-to-hit-the-screens-on-30-august-2019-4334737.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|date=4 February 2018|title=Ranveer Singh-starrer 83 postponed: The Kabir Khan film on 1983 World Cup will release on August 30, 2019|url=https://hindustantimes.com/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-postponed-the-kabir-khan-film-on-1983-world-cup-will-release-on-august-30-2019/story-8n3Bt6rP2sYXysJKHcDkTI.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190225044833/https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-postponed-the-kabir-khan-film-on-1983-world-cup-will-release-on-august-30-2019/story-8n3Bt6rP2sYXysJKHcDkTI.html|archive-date=25 February 2019|access-date=24 February 2019|website=Hindustan Times}}</ref> and to 10 April 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2018-07-05|title=Ranveer Singh and Kabir Khan's film '83 to release on April 10, 2020 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-kabir-khans-film-83-release-april-10-2020/|access-date=2021-12-24|language=en}}</ref> Following the closure of theatres in mid-March 2020, in order to control the [[COVID-19 pandemic in India]],<ref>{{Cite web|title=COVID-19 scare: 'Sooryavanshi', '83 and 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl's' release dates to be postponed? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/covid-19-scare-sooryavanshi-83-and-gunjan-saxena-the-kargil-girls-release-dates-to-be-postponed/articleshow/74570330.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> the film's release was withheld.<ref>{{Cite web|title=83 joins the list of postponed films due to Covid-19 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/83-joins-the-list-of-postponed-films-due-to-covid-19/articleshow/74730860.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-03-20|title=Release of Ranveer Singh's 83 postponed|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/83-release-postponed-coronavirus-ranveer-singh-6323381/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> On late-June 2020, trade analyst [[Taran Adarsh]] reported that ''83'' will release on the occasion of [[Christmas]] (25 December 2020).<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-06-30|title=Cinema chains confirm theatrical release of 83 and Sooryavanshi|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/sooryavanshi-and-ranveer-singh-83-get-new-release-dates-6482785/|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Akshay Kumar's 'Sooryavanshi' and Ranveer Singh's '83' confirm theatrical release dates |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/akshay-kumars-sooryavanshi-and-ranveer-singhs-83-confirm-theatrical-release-dates/articleshow/76711217.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> Shibashish Sarkar, executive producer and CEO of Reliance Entertainment, reinstated the plans of theatrical release despite rumours of a direct-streaming release,<ref>{{Cite web|title=ICYMI: Updates On Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi And Ranveer Singh's '83|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/icymi-updates-on-akshay-kumars-sooryavanshi-and-ranveer-singhs-83-2283905|access-date=2021-12-24|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> while Kabir Khan also said that "the film has been envisioned and made to be experienced on the big screen and we are ready to wait for things to get normal and then release it in cinemas".<ref>{{Cite web|title=Kabir Khan turns down OTT release for '83, despite being offered a record price |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/kabir-khan-turns-down-ott-release-for-83-despite-being-offered-a-whopping-record-price/articleshow/75409865.cms|access-date=2021-12-24|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> | |||
However, in November 2020, Reliance Entertainment announced that the release had been postponed to the first quarter of 2021 (January–March), due to the worst occupancy report of audience towards theatres due to continuity of the pandemic. Also, the lack of time to plan a promotional campaign and shutting down of international markets were attributed as the factors for the delay.<ref>{{Cite web|date=November 5, 2020|author=Jyoti Kanyal|title=83 release date pushed to 2021 from Christmas 2020. Bad news for Ranveer Singh fans|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/83-release-date-pushed-to-2021-from-christmas-2020-bad-news-for-ranveer-singh-fans-1738215-2020-11-05|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> In mid-February 2021, following the government's permission to have a 100% seating occupancy in theatres, the producers planned for theatrical release on 4 June 2021.<ref name="rd">{{cite web|date=19 February 2021|title=BREAKING! Ranveer Singh starrer 83 to release on June 4, 2021|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/breaking-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-release-june-4-2021|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210219164415/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/breaking-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-release-june-4-2021/|archive-date=19 February 2021|access-date=19 February 2021|website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref> But, in late-May 2021, the film was postponed indefinitely, due to the closure of theatres in Maharashtra in concern over the [[SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant|Delta]] variant of [[COVID-19 pandemic in India|COVID-19.]]<ref name="postponed" /> In September 2021, after the [[Maharashtra government]] permitted to resume theatrical-based operations by 22 October 2021, the film was planned for a release on 24 December 2021, which coincided with [[Christmas Eve]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=September 26, 2021|author=Rishita Roy Chowdhury|title=Ranveer Singh's 83 and Shahid Kapoor's Jersey to bring cricket to cinemas in December|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/ranveer-singh-s-83-and-shahid-kapoor-s-jersey-to-bring-cricket-to-cinemas-in-december-1857422-2021-09-26|access-date=2021-12-24|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Ranveer Singh announces the release date of '83 the film|url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-announces-the-release-date-of-83-the-film-50889.html|access-date=2021-12-24|website=filmfare.com|language=en}}</ref> Its release semi-clashed with that of the Hollywood film ''[[The Matrix Resurrections]]'' (2021), which released across the world, two days earlier.<ref>{{Cite web|date=24 November 2021|title=Ranveer Singh's '83 producer Vishnu Induri on film's clash with Priyanka Chopra's 'Matrix 4': Every film has its own special thing|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ranveer-singhs-83-producer-vishnu-induri-on-films-clash-with-priyanka-chopras-matrix-4-every-film-has-its-own-special-thing/articleshow/87883702.cms|url-status=live|access-date=26 November 2021|website=[[Times of India]]}}</ref> | |||
=== Screenings === | |||
It was announced that the film would exclusively premiere at the [[Red Sea International Film Festival]] in [[Jeddah]], [[Saudi Arabia]] (6–15 December 2021).<ref name="premiere">{{Cite web|date=29 November 2021|title=Ranveer Singh starrer '83 to have its World Premiere on December 15 at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea International Film Festival|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-world-premiere-december-15-saudi-arabias-red-sea-international-film-festival/|url-status=live|access-date=30 November 2021|website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=29 November 2021|title=Ranveer Singh's "83′ to Close Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival – Global Bulletin|url=https://www.variety.com/2021/film/news/red-sea-film-festival-83-ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-1235121063/|url-status=live|access-date=30 November 2021|website=Variety}}</ref> The film was showcased at the closing day of the festival and was received a standing ovation from the audience.<ref>{{Cite web|date=December 16, 2021|first=Rishita Roy|last=Chowdhury|title=Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone's 83 receives standing ovation at Red Sea Film Fest|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-s-83-receives-standing-ovation-at-red-sea-film-fest-1888635-2021-12-16|access-date=2021-12-25|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-16|title=Watch: Ranveer Singh's '83' Gets Standing Ovation at Red Sea Film Festival|url=https://www.thequint.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singhs-83-gets-standing-ovation-at-red-sea-fest-see-first-reactions|access-date=2021-12-25|website=TheQuint|language=en}}</ref> A special screening of the film was held at Delhi on 22 December.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title='83 special screening! Ranveer Singh-Kapil Dev's bromance to Deepika Padukone making heads turn, TOP moments from the premiere|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/83-special-screening-ranveer-singh-kapil-devs-bromance-to-deepika-padukone-making-heads-turn-top-moments-from-the-premiere/photostory/88449554.cms|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref><ref name="zoomtventertainment.com">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=83 special screening PHOTOS: Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt and other stars at the event|url=https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/celebrity/83-special-screening-photos-ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-alia-bhatt-and-other-stars-at-the-event-article-88454707|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Zoom TV|language=en}}</ref> Along with the entire cast of 83, and the original 1983 Indian team squad,<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-22|title=Photos: Celebs attend the premiere of the film 83 {{!}} Parties & Events |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/parties-and-events/photos-celebs-attend-premiere-film-83/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> the premiere saw the attendance of numerous celebrities from the film fraternity including [[Alia Bhatt]], [[Ayan Mukerji]], [[Karan Johar]], [[Vaani Kapoor]], [[Nora Fatehi]], [[Ayushmann Khurrana]], [[Malavika Mohanan]], [[Pooja Hegde]], [[Suniel Shetty]], [[Richa Chadda|Richa Chadha]], [[Rohit Shetty]] and [[Janhvi Kapoor]] amongst others.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Pictures: Celebrities at the special screening of 83|url=https://www.filmfare.com/photos/pictures-celebrities-at-the-special-screening-of-83_-51850.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=filmfare.com|language=en}}</ref><ref name="zoomtventertainment.com"/> Sajid Nadiadwala, showcased another premiere show for the film in [[Delhi]] to political personalities, including [[Anurag Thakur]], [[Union minister|Union Minister]] for [[Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (India)|Information and Broadcasting]] and [[Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs|Sports and Youth Affairs]], [[Piyush Goel]], Minister for [[Ministry of Trade and Industry|Commerce and Industry]], [[Ministry of Textiles|Textiles]] and [[Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (India)|Consumer Affairs]] and 10 [[Member of Parliament (India)|MPs]] and [[MLAs]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=83 Special Screening Held For MPs & MLAs, Ammy Virk Turns Fanboy!|url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-news/83-special-screening-held-for-mps-mlas-ammy-virk-turns-fanboy/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref> The film was later given [[tax free]] in [[Delhi]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-22|title=Ranveer Singh's 83 declared tax-free in Delhi, director Kabir Khan thanks Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-s-83-declared-tax-free-in-delhi-director-kabir-khan-thanks-arvind-kejriwal-and-manish-sisodia-101640140452046.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-21|title=Ranveer Singh starrer '83' declared tax-free in Delhi: State govt|url=https://www.livemint.com/news/india/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-declared-tax-free-in-delhi-11640102495492.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=mint|language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== Statistics === | |||
83 was released in over an estimated 4,000–5,000 screens across the world, which is considered to be the "biggest release in India in the post-pandemic era", according to trade analysts [[Taran Adarsh]] and Girish Johar.<ref name=":11">{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 gets extensive release in international market; will run in 1512 screens in 80 countries : Bollywood News|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-gets-extensive-release-international-market-will-run-1512-screens-80-countries/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref><ref name=":12">{{Cite news|last=Das Gupta|first=Surajeet|date=2021-12-24|title='83' movie looks poised to be this year's biggest blockbuster|work=Business Standard India|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/entertainment/83-movie-looks-poised-to-be-this-year-s-biggest-blockbuster-121122400054_1.html|access-date=2021-12-25}}</ref> It was released in 2D and [[3D film|3D]] formats.<ref name=":12">{{Cite news|last=Das Gupta|first=Surajeet|date=2021-12-24|title='83' movie looks poised to be this year's biggest blockbuster|work=Business Standard India|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/entertainment/83-movie-looks-poised-to-be-this-year-s-biggest-blockbuster-121122400054_1.html|access-date=2021-12-25}}</ref> The makers planned to release the film in [[IMAX]] formats in order to give "a larger-than-life experience for a sports film".<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-13|title=BREAKING: Ranveer Singh-starrer '83 not to release in IMAX version |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/breaking-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-not-release-imax-version/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> However, the plan was dropped after the IMAX officials in [[North America]] declined their approval, in concern of the [[Hollywood]] big-budget releases such as ''[[Spider-Man: No Way Home]]'' and ''The Matrix Resurrections''; the management did not encourage the release of too many IMAX films in the same period.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-13|title=83: No More IMAX 3D Experience For Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone Starrer? Courtesy, Spider-Man & The Matrix Resurrections!|url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-news/83-no-more-imax-3d-experience-for-ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-starrer-courtesy-spider-man-the-matrix-resurrections/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
The film released in over 3,741 screens across India, with the Hindi version being played 3,374 screens at 1,727 theatres. The dubbed versions of the film were released over 367 screens in India, with the Telugu version played on 137 screens, Tamil version on 184 screens, Malayalam version on 13 screens and the Kannada version on 33 screens.<ref name=":11"/> The film was screened in over 1,512 screens in 80 countries, which is considered to be the "widest opening in overseas centres".<ref name=":11"/> The film was screened at 44 theatres in [[Saudi Arabia]], thereby being the biggest release in that country.<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 gets 44 screens in Saudi Arabia; widest release for an Indian film in the country |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-gets-44-screens-saudi-arabia-widest-release-indian-film-country/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> It was the first Indian film to be released in [[Cambodia]].<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 to be the first Bollywood film to release in Cambodia on the same day as India |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-first-bollywood-film-release-cambodia-day-india/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 expected to 'create history' at the box office|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/box-office-collection/83-box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-create-history-7685355/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> It was also screened at the PictureTime Digiplex mobile theatre in [[Ladakh]], which is located at the highest attitude of 11,562 feet (3,524 metres).<ref>{{Cite news|others=PTI|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh's '83' to release in mobile theatre in Ladakh|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/ranveer-singhs-83-to-release-in-mobile-theatre-in-ladakh/article38026380.ece|access-date=2021-12-25|issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=December 24, 2021|agency=Press Trust of India|title=Ranveer Singh's 83 to be screened at world's highest mobile theatre in Ladakh|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/ranveer-singh-s-83-to-be-screened-at-world-s-highest-mobile-theatre-in-ladakh-1891825-2021-12-24|access-date=2021-12-25|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> On the day of the opening release, Gaiety Galaxy and [[Maratha Mandir]] theatre removed the screening of the film due to revenue-sharing issues, with the distributor.<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-24|title=SHOCKING: Gaiety-Galaxy, Maratha Mandir remove Ranveer Singh starrer 83 allegedly due to show sharing issues |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/shocking-gaiety-galaxy-maratha-mandir-remove-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-allegedly-due-show-sharing-issues/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== Distribution and home media === | |||
The film was distributed worldwide through [[PVR Pictures]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-02|title=PVR partners with Kabir Khan and Reliance Entertainment for the exclusive release of '83 @ PVR Promo|url=https://orissadiary.com/pvr-partners-with-kabir-khan-and-reliance-entertainment-for-the-exclusive-release-of-83-pvr-promo/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Orissa Diary|language=en-US}}</ref> On 23 January 2020, actors [[Kamal Haasan]] and [[Nagarjuna (actor)|Nagarjuna Akkineni]] announced that they will present the [[Tamil language|Tamil]] and [[Telugu language|Telugu]] versions of the film,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-24|title=Kamal Hassan and Nagarjuna to present '83' in Tamil and Telugu respectively|url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/kamal-hassan-and-nagarjuna-present-83-tamil-and-telugu-respectively-116759|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The News Minute|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=January 23, 2020|title=83: Kamal Haasan and Nagarjuna present Tamil and Telugu versions of Ranveer Singh film|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/83-kamal-haasan-and-nagarjuna-present-tamil-and-telugu-versions-of-ranveer-singh-film-1639521-2020-01-23|access-date=2021-12-25|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> under their [[Raaj Kamal Films International]] and [[Annapurna Studios]] banners,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-23|title=83: Nagarjuna, Kamal Haasan to present Telugu and Tamil versions of Kabir Khan's sports drama-Entertainment News , Firstpost|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/83-nagarjuna-kamal-haasan-to-present-telugu-and-tamil-versions-of-kabir-khans-sports-drama-7946471.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref> with the rights for the distribution were acquired by [[YNOT Studios|YNOT X]] and Global Cinemas, respectively.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-23|title=Glad to be the distribution partner for #83thefilm|url=https://twitter.com/ynotxworld/status/1220306395494436864?s=20|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200915073840/https://twitter.com/ynotxworld/status/1220306395494436864?s=20|archive-date=15 September 2020|access-date=2020-01-26|website=@ynotxworld|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-01-25|title=Presenting the First Look of the champions who brought home the World Cup in 1983! #ThisIs83 #83FirstLook|url=https://twitter.com/AnnapurnaStdios/status/1221112973650845702?s=20|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210623210918/https://abs.twimg.com/responsive-web/client-web/ondemand.Dropdown.d743b6b5.js|archive-date=23 June 2021|access-date=2020-01-26|website=@AnnapurnaStdios|language=en}}</ref> In November 2021, [[Prithviraj Sukumaran]] roped in to present the film's [[Malayalam]]-dubbed version under his [[Prithviraj Productions]] banner, which will be distributed by E4 Entertainment.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-11-29|title=83: Prithviraj Sukumaran's Production House To Present Ranveer Singh Starrer In Malayalam|url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-news/83-prithviraj-sukumarans-production-house-to-present-ranveer-singh-starrer-in-malayalam/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-11-28|title=Prithviraj Sukumaran to present '83' in Malayalam this Christmas in cinemas|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/bollywood/281121/prithviraj-sukumaran-to-present-83-in-malayalam-this-christmas-in-ci.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Deccan Chronicle|language=en}}</ref> Actor [[Sudeep]] presented the [[Kannada]] version of the film through his Kichcha Creations and its distributor Shalini Arts.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Kichcha Sudeep to present the Kannada version of movie '83'|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2021/dec/01/kichcha-sudeep-to-presentthe-kannada-version-of-movie-83-2390131.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> The overseas theatrical rights are with Phars Film LLP. The post-theatrical digital streaming rights were purchased by [[Netflix]] (original version) and [[Disney+ Hotstar]] (dubbed Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam versions),<ref name=":10">{{Cite web|last=Llewellyn|first=Tom|date=2021-12-24|title=83: Release date and OTT streaming platform explored for new Cricket film|url=https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2021/12/24/83-release-date-and-new-trailer-shared-for-indian-cricket-team-movie/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=HITC|language=en-GB}}</ref> and [[Star India]] network acquired the broadcasting rights for the film in all languages.<ref name=":10">{{Cite web|last=Llewellyn|first=Tom|date=2021-12-24|title=83: Release date and OTT streaming platform explored for new Cricket film|url=https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2021/12/24/83-release-date-and-new-trailer-shared-for-indian-cricket-team-movie/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=HITC|language=en-GB}}</ref> | |||
== Reception == | |||
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''83'' received critical acclaim.<ref>{{Cite news|title=Ranveer Singh's '83' gets thumbs-up from critics, fans; declared tax-free in Delhi ahead of release|work=The Economic Times|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/ranveer-singhs-83-gets-thumbs-up-from-critics-fans-declared-tax-free-in-delhi-ahead-of-release/articleshow/88425953.cms|access-date=2021-12-25}}</ref> [[Taran Adarsh]] from ''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'' gave 4 stars (out of 5), saying that "83 is a winner on pitch and on-screen too". He further wrote "Those who witnessed the victory would be glad to relive the experience, while those who didn’t, will get a chance to witness how things unfolded during one of the greatest episodes of Indian sports history".<ref>{{Cite web|last=Adarsh|first=Taran|date=2021-12-24|title=83 Movie Review: 83 is a winner - on pitch, on screen too.|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/83/critic-review/83-movie-review/83-is-a-winner-on-pitch-on-screen-too/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Bollywood Hungama|language=en}}</ref> Rachana Dubey of ''[[The Times of India]]'' too gave four out of five stars, stating that "You realise this film is not about winning on a world stage, it’s about earning respect and director Kabir Khan does set a high benchmark for himself, once again". She also praised Ranveer Singh's performance for enacting Kapil Dev, and further concluded "''83'' does play on the nationalism rhetoric, way more than was required. At the surface, ‘83’ is about an underdog team's win. As you go deeper, with each actor effortlessly presenting himself as an iconic cricketer from the 1983 team, you tend to feel that this picture has been crafted with a skillfully written narrative, supported by nuanced and internalised performances, and each department lending its technical brilliance to it."<ref>{{cite news|last1=Dubey|first1=Rachana|date=21 December 2021|title=83 Movie Review : The story of India's first world cup victory makes for a thrilling watch|work=[[The Times of India]]|publisher=|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-reviews/83/movie-review/88388158.cms|access-date=21 December 2021}}</ref> Anuj Kumar of ''[[The Hindu]]'' reviewed that "The film not only captures the emotional heft of the success story of the underdogs, but also delivers a well-researched document in the popular idiom".<ref>{{Cite news|last=Kumar|first=Anuj|date=2021-12-24|title='83' movie review: Ranveer Singh is the throbbing heart of this carnival of a film|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/83-movie-review-ranveer-singh-is-the-throbbing-heart-of-this-carnival-of-a-film/article38026020.ece|access-date=2021-12-25|issn=0971-751X}}</ref> | |||
Pooja Biraia Jaiswal of ''[[The Week (Indian magazine)|The Week]]'' gave four-and-a-half out of five stars saying "The film is a compelling watch and you don't want to miss a single frame as every minute is accounted for". She added, "The profound feeling of a nation's victory; an underdog's unimaginable success and the emotional high of achieving the world's greatest title is something that the film has managed to bring out", further praising Singh's performance and Khan's direction.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Jaiswal|first1=Pooja Biraia|date=21 December 2021|title='83' review: Ranveer Singh and his Devils hit it out of the park|work=[[The Week (Indian magazine)|The Week]]|publisher=|url=https://www.theweek.in/review/movies/2021/12/21/83-review-ranveer-singh-devils-hit-it--out-of-the-park.html|access-date=21 December 2021}}</ref> [[Shubhra Gupta]] of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' gave three-and-a-half out of five, stating "Kabir Khan’s ''‘83'' recreates the day of [[1983 Cricket World Cup Final]] with fidelity, and, yes, let it be said, in full Bollywood style, suffused with song, dance, drama, colour. It pads the film with a few (fictional) elements meant strictly to play to the gallery, and it skates dangerously close to pandering to the overbearing nationalistic sentiments playing out in today’s India."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=83 movie review: Ranveer Singh plays the captain's knock in this blood rush of a movie|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/83-movie-review-ranveer-singh-kabir-khan-deepika-padukone-7682909/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> Monika Rawal Kukreja of ''[[Hindustan Times]]'' wrote that "Making a film based on such a historic milestone was quite a risky proposition for director Kabir Khan because you can't afford to go wrong with facts here. But the minute details and nuances in the story that he highlights in the film makes you believe in his research and dedication towards the project [...] At several places, ''83'' gets high on nationalism, which couldn't been easily avoided. But that's something one kind of overlooks for the pride and joy you experience on seeing the team lift that trophy. If you needed a reason to walk into a theatre, ''83'' is that film which calls for a big screen experience."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-21|title=83 movie review: Ranveer Singh and his Devils take you time-travelling in this excellent, emotional film|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/83-movie-review-ranveer-singh-and-his-devils-take-you-time-travelling-in-this-excellent-emotional-film-101640066216817.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref> | |||
Arnab Banerjee of ''[[Outlook (Indian magazine)|Outlook]]'' gave four out of five, writing that "The film is a breezy entertainer fast-forwarded with deft editing and unemotional tracks."<ref>{{Cite web|title='83' Movie Review: Tribute To Kapil Dev By Ranveer Singh|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/website/story/entertainment-news-83-movie-review-tribute-to-kapil-dev-by-ranveer-singh/406134|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Outlook India|language=en}}</ref> [[Anna M. M. Vetticad]] of ''[[Firstpost]]'' gave three-and-a-half out of five saying "''83'' is a stirring reminder of a time when pride in a national team’s achievement united India and national pride had not yet been weaponised by the mob [...] It works nevertheless because it is a celebration, it understands the difference between opponents and enemies, and because of its cast. Each one not only looks like an actual player on the sporting field, but they imbue their respective characters with a believability that is particularly noteworthy because acted scenes are interspersed in places with actual matches yet the difference between the real cricketers and the actors playing them is not jarring."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-21|title=83 movie review: Team Kabir Khan and Ranveer Singh bring the Cup home … again-Entertainment News , Firstpost|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/bollywood/83-movie-review-team-kabir-khan-and-ranveer-singh-bring-the-cup-home-again-10226111.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Firstpost|language=en}}</ref> [[Saibal Chatterjee]] in his review for ''[[NDTV]]'', gave four stars and stated that "''83'' comes pretty close to achieving the impossible. No mean feat that. The film and its principal star go for broke and, as one feeds off the other, the result is an absolute cracker."<ref>{{Cite web|title=83 Review: Ranveer Singh Lives The Part Of Kapil Dev In Rousing Cinematic Saga|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/83-review-ranveer-singh-lives-the-part-of-kapil-dev-in-rousing-cinematic-saga-4-stars-2669628|access-date=2021-12-25|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> Uday Bhatia of ''[[Mint (newspaper)|Mint]]'' stated "Kabir Khan's film underlines everything but gets cricket right, is overwrought but joyful".<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-21|title=Review: 83 has all the giddiness and unsubtlety of a sugar rush|url=https://lifestyle.livemint.com//how-to-lounge/movies-tv/review-83-has-all-the-giddiness-and-unsubtlety-of-a-sugar-rush-111640065470629.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Mintlounge|language=en}}</ref> | |||
Sneha Behangani of ''[[CNBC TV18]]'' stated "''83'' also plays masterfully with nostalgia and trivia. Khan ensures that he treats cricket lovers to little surprises (including but not limited to guest appurtenances and real footage) strewn carefully throughout the film."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=83 movie review: This Kabir Khan film is a rousing celebration of India's 1983 Cricket World Cup win|url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/entertainment/83-movie-review-kabir-khan-kapil-dev-ranveer-singh-1983-world-cup-winning-indian-cricket-team-11925082.htm|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=CNBC TV18|language=en}}</ref> Stutee Ghosh of ''[[The Quint]]'' gave four out of five, stating "''83'' is a competently made ode to the game of cricket and the team that made all Indians feel like champions.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Ghosh|first=Stutee|date=2021-12-21|title='83' Movie Review: Kabir Khan's Film With Ranveer Singh and Team Is All Heart|url=https://www.thequint.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/83-movie-review-ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-pankaj-tripathi-kabir-khan-kapil-dev-indian-cricket-world-cup-1983|access-date=2021-12-25|website=TheQuint|language=en}}</ref> In its review for ''[[The Guardian]]'', Phil Hoad gave four out of five and said "''83'' doesn't delve any further than that into what degree sporting victory ever translates to social and political progress. But it is an endearing sports film with just enough awareness of where it stands, now that Britain's imperial legacy is being questioned more than ever, on a larger field."<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=83 Review – Cricket crowd-pleaser puts a new spin on the underdog movie|url=https://www.theguardian.com/film/2021/dec/23/83-review-cricket|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Guardian|language=en}}</ref> Nandini Ramanath of ''[[Scroll.in]]'' said "Khan’s fan tribute to a can-do and did-do spirit revivifies the black-and-white photographs, grainy footage and memories embedded in the memories of generations of Indians [...] Ranveer Singh’s Kapil Dev is the man of this series for all practical purposes. Singh deftly underplays the heroics and coolly leads the ensemble cast out of the doghouse and into the big league."<ref>{{Cite web|last=Ramnath|first=Nandini|title='83' movie review: A fan tribute to Indian cricket's can-do and did-do spirit|url=https://scroll.in/reel/1013315/83-movie-review-a-fan-tribute-to-indian-crickets-can-do-and-did-do-spirit|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Scroll.in|language=en-US}}</ref> [[Sukanya Verma]] of ''[[Rediff.com]]'' gave 4 stars (out of 5) saying "Kabir Khan's ''<nowiki/>'83'' is an ode to a game changing chapter of Indian cricket history, pitch-perfect partnerships between openers and tail enders, knowing your mate's strengths as well as your own, the everlasting tradition of superstitions and sledging and seizing that one moment that defines the rest of your life."<ref>{{Cite web|last=Verma|first=Sukanya|title='83 Review|url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/review/83-review/20211222.htm|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Rediff|language=en}}</ref> | |||
== Economics == | |||
=== Pre-sale ticket records === | |||
The advance bookings of the film began on 19 December 2021, five days prior to the release.<ref name=":132">{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-23|title=83 Advance Booking Report: Ranveer Singh's epic sells 1 lakh tickets at National Chains for opening day |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/83-advance-booking-report-ranveer-singhs-epic-sells-1-lakh-tickets-national-chains-opening-day/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> Despite a middling response, national multiplex chains reported that the film sold nearly 1 lakh tickets with a gross of {{INRConvert|3.5|c}}.<ref name=":132">{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-23|title=83 Advance Booking Report: Ranveer Singh's epic sells 1 lakh tickets at National Chains for opening day |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/83-advance-booking-report-ranveer-singhs-epic-sells-1-lakh-tickets-national-chains-opening-day/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> [[PVR Cinemas|PVR]] reported that 46,000 tickets have sold for the opening day, while [[INOX Leisure Limited|INOX]] and [[Cinépolis]] had sold 54,000 tickets.<ref name=":142">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=83 advance booking update & box office prediction: Ranveer Singh starrer expected to open at Rs 15 crore|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/box-office/83-advance-booking-update-box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-starrer-expected-open-rs-15-crore-974073|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Pinkvilla|language=en}}</ref> The film's cumulative advance ticket sales were reportedly less than that of ''[[Gully Boy]]'' (2019) which sold 2.12 lakh tickets in advance for the first day of the release.<ref name=":132">{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-23|title=83 Advance Booking Report: Ranveer Singh's epic sells 1 lakh tickets at National Chains for opening day |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/83-advance-booking-report-ranveer-singhs-epic-sells-1-lakh-tickets-national-chains-opening-day/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> Trade analysts Taran Adarsh and Girish Johar predicted that "the film's opening day collections will be in the range of {{Indian Rupee}}12–15 crore (US$1.6–2.0 million), if the film gets positive word-of-mouth".<ref>{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-23|title=Box Office Prediction: Ranveer Singh starrer 83 to open around Rs. 12-15 cr :Bollywood Box Office|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/box-office-special-features/box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-starrer-83-open-around-rs-12-13-cr/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref><ref name=":142">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-23|title=83 advance booking update & box office prediction: Ranveer Singh starrer expected to open at Rs 15 crore|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/box-office/83-advance-booking-update-box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-starrer-expected-open-rs-15-crore-974073|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Pinkvilla|language=en}}</ref> They also opined that "The success of [[Pushpa: The Rise]] and [[Spider-Man: No Way Home]] released in theatres, a week prior, also followed by the threat of [[SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant|Omicron variant]], and the occupancy restrictions prevailing in Maharashtra, might affect the collections. However, the film has generated positive buzz among the audience, with its trailer and people will come to watch the film, if it is worth their while."<ref name=":152">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 expected to 'create history' at the box office|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/box-office-collection/83-box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-create-history-7685355/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> | |||
Film critic and trade journalist [[Komal Nahta]], stated about the early predictions of the opening day box-office.<ref name=":152">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 expected to 'create history' at the box office|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/box-office-collection/83-box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-create-history-7685355/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> He watched the screening of the film in [[Mumbai]] and reviewed that "''83'' has everything that the audience wants in a film — there’s the thrill, excitement, fun, light drama, melodrama and emotions and to top it all, there are a lot of things of patriotism. The feeling for the motherland is so high that your chest swells with pride. The whole thrill of the game, feeling of patriotism, and Ranveer’s Singh’s performance are the major aspects that would translate into great box office numbers."<ref name=":152">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=Ranveer Singh starrer 83 expected to 'create history' at the box office|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/box-office-collection/83-box-office-prediction-ranveer-singh-create-history-7685355/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref> In [[Mumbai]] and [[Bangalore]], the film generated 40–45% occupancy on the opening day, while in [[Hyderabad]], more than 50% shows were booked for the film.<ref name=":162">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=83 Day 1 Advance Booking: Ranveer Singh Starrer Sees Terrific Response In Mumbai & Hyderabad|url=https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/83-day-1-advance-booking-ranveer-singh-starrer-sees-terrific-response-in-mumbai-hyderabad/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref> More than 20–25% shows were booked in advance in the [[Delhi]]–[[National Capital Region (India)|NCR]] regions, whereas about 30–35% shows were booked in [[Chennai]] and [[Pune]].<ref name=":162">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=83 Day 1 Advance Booking: Ranveer Singh Starrer Sees Terrific Response In Mumbai & Hyderabad|url=https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/83-day-1-advance-booking-ranveer-singh-starrer-sees-terrific-response-in-mumbai-hyderabad/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref> The film had an average 10–15% occupancy reported in [[Chandigarh]], and 10% in [[Kolkata]], while, it had a poor advance booking sale in Ahmedabad, with occupancy ranging from 8–10%<ref name=":162">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-24|title=83 Day 1 Advance Booking: Ranveer Singh Starrer Sees Terrific Response In Mumbai & Hyderabad|url=https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/83-day-1-advance-booking-ranveer-singh-starrer-sees-terrific-response-in-mumbai-hyderabad/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Koimoi|language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
=== Box office === | |||
In its opening day, the film earned {{INR}}13–14 crore (US$1.7–1.9 million) at the box-office,<ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-12-25|title=83 box office collection Day 1: Ranveer Singh-starrer falls short of Sooryavanshi and Spider-Man No Way Home|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/box-office-collection/83-box-office-collection-day-1-ranveer-singh-film-gets-a-decent-start-7689708/|access-date=2021-12-25|website=The Indian Express|language=en}}</ref><ref name=":02">{{Cite web|date=2021-12-25|title=83 box office day 1 collection: Ranveer Singh film pales against Spider-Man: No Way Home, Sooryavanshi, makes ₹13 cr|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/83-box-office-day-1-collection-ranveer-singh-film-pales-against-spider-man-no-way-home-sooryavanshi-makes-rs-13-cr-101640406414629.html|access-date=2021-12-25|website=Hindustan Times|language=en}}</ref> while trade analyst [[Taran Adarsh]] of [[Bollywood Hungama]] had estimated that it collected {{INRConvert|15.25|c}}.<ref name=":17">{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-24|title=83 Day 1 Box Office Estimate: Ranveer Singh and Kabir Khan's film collects Rs. 15.25 cr. on Day 1 :Bollywood Box Office|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/box-office-special-features/83-day-1-box-office-estimate-ranveer-singh-kabir-khans-film-collects-rs-15-25-cr-day-1/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> The film had an excellent opening at metropolitan cities including [[Delhi]] and [[Mumbai]], with a strong hold in multiplexes, but saw a below average performance in single screens.<ref name=":02" /> The dubbed versions of the film (Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada) had collected {{INRConvert|1.5|c}}, approximately, adding the total collections, to {{INRConvert|16|c}}.<ref name=":17">{{Cite web|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=2021-12-24|title=83 Day 1 Box Office Estimate: Ranveer Singh and Kabir Khan's film collects Rs. 15.25 cr. on Day 1 :Bollywood Box Office|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/box-office-special-features/83-day-1-box-office-estimate-ranveer-singh-kabir-khans-film-collects-rs-15-25-cr-day-1/|access-date=2021-12-25|language=en}}</ref> According to [[Box Office India]], the film is the second-highest grossing Hindi opener of 2021, the first being ''[[Sooryavanshi]]'', which collected {{INRConvert|26.29|c}}.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Srivastava|first=Samriddhi |title=83 box office collection Day 1: Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone's film opens to positive response|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/83-box-office-collection-day-1-ranveer-singh-deepika-padukone-s-film-opens-to-positive-response-1892027-2021-12-25|access-date=2021-12-25|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> | |||
{{As of|2022|1|6}}, the film grossed {{INR|115.48}} crore in India and {{INR|53.91}} crore overseas, for a worldwide gross collection of {{INR|169.39}} crore.<ref name="bo" /> | |||
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