Have you heard? Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker’s biopic on cricketer Lala Amarnath titled Lalkaar

(L-R) Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker recently celebrated 25 years of ‘Lagaan’. PIC/YOGEN SHAH

Aamir, Ashu, cricket, repeat

Aamir Khan and director Ashutosh Gowariker's upcoming film, a biopic on legendary cricketer Lala Amarnath, is reportedly titled Lalkaar. The sports drama is set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition, with production expected to begin in October 2026. The title is said to evoke memories of Lagaan while signalling a fresh, emotionally driven cricket saga. The project marks Aamir and Gowariker's first collaboration in 25 years since their Oscar-nominated 2001 classic Lagaan.

Aamir's upcoming slate

3 Idiots 2: Rajkumar Hirani has confirmed a sequel is in development, with Aamir Khan expected to reunite with the original cast

Dadasaheb Phalke biopic: The actor-director duo has also announced a biopic on the father of Indian cinema, Dadasaheb Phalke

Ashneer Grover biopic: Aamir is said to be attached to play the BharatPe co-founder, which will be helmed by Rahul Mody