Former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev has revealed that his passion for cinema remains as strong as ever. Reflecting on the biographical sports drama '83', which chronicled India's historic 1983 World Cup triumph, Kapil said he was pleased with the way his life and cricketing journey were portrayed on screen. He also shared that legendary Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan was his style inspiration during his younger days, recalling how he admired the superstar's charisma and screen presence.
Kapil also expressed his admiration for South Indian cinema, praising its grand storytelling and larger-than-life characters. He credited modern technology and dubbing for making regional films accessible to audiences across India. The cricket legend particularly lauded blockbuster films like 'Baahubali' and Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa', even recreating the actor's signature gesture. Kapil said South Indian filmmakers have mastered the art of presenting heroes in a powerful and unique manner, creating cinematic experiences that resonate with audiences nationwide.
