‘Shabaash Mithu’ Actor Taapsee Pannu Chose The Perfect Words To Honour Mithali Raj After Retirement Announcement
Mithali Raj, the face of Indian women’s cricket, has announced her retirement from international cricket in all formats. Mithali made the announcement on Twitter on June 8, and she also stated that she will continue to contribute to the game. The internet reacted quickly to the news, wishing the legend the best of luck in her future endeavours. Taapsee Pannu, who will be seen in the upcoming biopic Shabaash Mithu as Mithali Raj, has also issued a statement regarding the news.
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Taapsee Pannu in her official statement has beautifully praised the cricketer’s contribution to taking the women’s cricket team to new heights. She said that there are some cricketers who have made records, some who have a huge fan following, and others who inspire. Taapsee further goes on to credit Mithali Raj who has achieved all of it through her “classic” style and has changed the face of the women’s cricket team.
The Manmarziyaan actor also said that not only India but the world will remember Mithali Raj for her contribution to the sport. She goes on to say how fortunate she was to be able to portray the life of Mithali Raj for the camera, and how inspiring the journey has been for her. She calls Mithali Raj a legend who taught her “resilience and perseverance”.
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Taapsee Pannu also commented on Mithali Raj’s tweet and thanked her for highlighting women’s cricket in India, a country that has a crazy fan following for the sport. The actor also took to her Instagram account to post a picture with Mithali Raj. For the caption, Taapsee wrote all the achievements of the cricketer and also referred to her as “Our Captain” forever. The teaser of Shabaash Mithu directed by Srijit Mukherji was released on March 21.
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Mithali Raj’s retirement elicited a strong emotional reaction from Taapsee, showing the actor’s admiration for her. Mithali Raj is clearly her idol.
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