Jersey

Arjun, a talented but undisciplined cricketer, has his dreams of playing for India dashed due to his own arrogance. Years later, his son, Nani, becomes a gifted cricketer himself and longs to wear the Indian jersey. However, due to a system that requires a birth certificate, Nani is unable to pursue his dream. Arjun, spurred by his son's passion and a desire to right his past wrongs, decides to make a comeback to cricket himself at the age of 36, aiming to get the jersey that his son deserves.

Jersey received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its emotional depth, Nani's powerful performance, and its realistic portrayal of the struggles of an athlete. The film was praised for its compelling narrative that balanced sports action with a touching father-son relationship. It resonated strongly with audiences for its inspiring and heartfelt story.

• Nani delivers a career-defining performance as a flawed yet inspiring protagonist.
• The film masterfully blends intense sports drama with profound emotional resonance.
• A well-crafted narrative that keeps viewers engaged through its emotional highs and lows.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised 'Jersey' for its emotional storytelling, Nani's exceptional performance, and the film's inspiring message about second chances and parental love. The realistic depiction of cricket and the relatable struggles of the characters were highlighted as major strengths.

Won 2 National Film Awards (Best Feature Film in Telugu, Best Editing) and was nominated for several other awards.

The film is a remake of the 2019 Telugu film of the same name, also directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, starring Nani in the lead role. This Hindi remake features Shahid Kapoor in the lead.