Cannes, May 14 -- A feature film based on the life of para cricketer Amir Hussain Lone was officially announced at the Bharat Pavilion during the ongoing Cannes Film Festival, marking another significant moment for Indian storytelling on the global stage.

Lone, the armless cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir who rose to prominence as captain of the Jammu and Kashmir para cricket team, has become widely recognised for his determination and achievements in the sport despite severe physical challenges.

The upcoming biopic will be directed by Nishil Sheth, the Indian writer-director known for his debut feature 'Bhasmasur', which premiered on the international festival circuit and earned acclaim for its craft, sensitive portrayal of childhood, ...