MS Dhoni set for Bollywood debut? Captain Cool features in 'The Chase' teaser with R Madhavan
Chennai's beloved Thala makes his fans wait a whole long year, marking his annual return to the cricket field with CSK in the IPL. However, unlike on the cricket ground, the presence of MS Dhoni in the headlines is not as rare. Lately, the former World Cup-winning champion has been dragged into the spotlight after a sensational comment made by Irfan Pathan resurfaced on the internet. Dhoni's time as the Indian captain came under scrutiny after Pathan's claim painted a tainted picture of the skipper's selection process. However, days after the controversy, Captain Cool has turned the scenario around with his latest appearance.
MS Dhoni appears in "The Chase" teaser with R Madhavan
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MS Dhoni appears in R. Madhavan's 'The Chase' teaser! 🎬🔥
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On August 7, Indian actor R Madhavan stunned fans by unveiling the first look of his upcoming project The Chase, directed by Vasan Bala. The teaser features him and MS Dhoni clad in tactical black outfits, bulletproof vests, and dark shades, stepping into the roles of officers on a dangerous mission. The unexpected glimpse of “Captain Cool” in an action sequence instantly set social media buzzing, with many already hailing it as Dhoni’s big-screen debut. The excitement was fueled further by Madhavan's thrilling but cryptic caption.
“One mission. Two fighters. Buckle up – a wild, explosive chase begins. The Chase – teaser out now. Directed by Vasan Bala. Coming soon.”
Despite the release of the teaser, details of the project remain under the covers. In fact, its still not clear whether 'The Chase' is a film, series, a brand endorsement, or something else entirely. However, the mystery only adds to the curiosity around Dhoni and Madhavan coming together on the screen. Whether this new teaser signals a cameo, a full-fledged role, or simply a one-off experiment, one thing is certain, Dhoni has once again managed to capture the nation’s imagination, leaving fans eager and speculative.
Dhoni with R. Madhavan 🥶 pic.twitter.com/1bMfIbDEV3
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MS Dhoni, of course, is no stranger to cinematic attention. The cricket legend, the only Indian captain to win the T20 World Cup, ODI World Cup, and Champions Trophy, was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame earlier this year. His life has already been portrayed on the big screen in the 2016 blockbuster MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, where the late Sushant Singh Rajput brought his journey to life.
