Javed Akhtar applauds Ajay Devgn for Maidaan, says : A must watch

The highly anticipated release of "Maidaan" has finally arrived, bringing to life the inspiring journey of football coach Syed Abdul Rahim. Led by Ajay Devgn, this biographical sports drama hit theaters today, sparking excitement among eager audiences. As the first reviews start pouring in, Bollywood's elite, who attended a recent special screening, are sharing their thoughts. Among them, the legendary Javed Akhtar stands out, offering glowing praise for the film and its team.

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Taking to his Twitter account, Javed Akhtar shared his thoughts on "Maidaan," emphasizing its significance and the pride it evokes in every Indian. He extended his congratulations to lead actor Ajay Devgn, producer Boney Kapoor, and director Amit Sharma, highlighting Ajay's stellar performance.

In his tweet, Javed Akhtar wrote, 

"I watched 'Maidaan.' It is a true story that will make every Indian proud of our certain national achievements that unfortunately most of us don’t know about. It is a must-watch. Congratulations to producer Boney Kapoor, director Amit Sharma, and Ajay Devgan, who has given a mind-blowing performance."

Javed Akhtar's presence at the special screening, accompanied by his wife, Shabana Azmi, added to the event's star-studded atmosphere. Alongside them were Janhvi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, Sunny Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, Pooja Hegde, and more, all celebrating the film's release.

Aside from Ajay Devgn, the cast includes Priyamani, Gajraj Rao, and Bengali actor Rudranil Ghosh in pivotal roles. Presented by Zee Studios & Bayview Projects in association with Fresh Lime Films, this true story is helmed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma. Produced by Zee Studios, Boney Kapoor, Arunava Joy Sengupta, and Akash Chawla, "Maidaan" promises to captivate audiences this Eid.