Cricketers reimagined as Sholay characters: Who would get which role?

Sholay is one of the most popular and special films made in Indian cinema. Similarities between the iconic characters in the film and some of the legendary players of Indian cricket are intriguing.

By Adreej Kumar Mitra

Updated - 21 Jul 2025, 20:05 IST

7 Min Read

Veeru — Virat Kohli

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Veeru is generally a fun-loving character, who can at times be a bit too dramatic. He lives in the very moment and doesn't bother too much about the future. However, when it's time for action, he takes no prisoners. The 36-year-old Virat Kohli also loves to compete against the best in the world. He is jovial off the field, and sometimes even treats his fans to some dance moves on the field. However, when the going gets tough, the Delhi batter gets going. Both of them love taking risks and thrive in pressure situations.

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