A Long-Awaited Comeback
Mumbai – Celebrated Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma is making her much-anticipated return to the big screen after a seven-year hiatus. According to Indian media reports, her latest project, a sports biographical film titled Chakda Express, is ready for release and marks her re-entry into acting after her last film, Zero (2018), alongside Shah Rukh Khan.
The announcement has sparked excitement among fans and film critics alike, as Sharma has remained largely away from films since taking a break to focus on personal life and production ventures under her banner, Clean Slate Filmz.
A Tribute to a Cricket Icon
Chakda Express is a biopic based on the life of Jhulan Goswami, one of India’s most celebrated women cricketers. Goswami represented India from 2002 to 2022 and is known as one of the fastest bowlers in women’s cricket.
Anushka Sharma portrays Goswami, capturing her journey from a small-town girl in Chakda, West Bengal, to becoming a global sports icon and a key figure in Indian women’s cricket. The film’s title itself pays tribute to Goswami’s roots, with Chakda referring to her hometown.
Streaming Release and Production Delays
Instead of a theatrical release, Chakda Express will premiere exclusively on Netflix. Industry insiders revealed that the film’s shooting was completed several months ago. However, differences between the production company and Netflix reportedly led to delays in post-production and distribution.
Recent updates suggest that these issues have now been resolved. The film is expected to be released soon, with an official date likely to be announced within the coming days.
Context and Industry Buzz
The project has been generating buzz not just because of Anushka Sharma’s return, but also for its strong female-led narrative in a male-dominated industry. Sports biopics have performed well in India in recent years — films like Mary Kom and MS Dhoni: The Untold Story found both commercial and critical success.
Film analysts expect Chakda Express to continue that trend, highlighting resilience, gender equality, and the challenges faced by women athletes in India.
Last Appearance and Future Prospects
Anushka Sharma was last seen in Zero (2018), where she played a scientist opposite Shah Rukh Khan. Since then, she has shifted her focus toward digital production and family life, especially after the birth of her daughter with cricketer Virat Kohli.
Her return with a powerful sports drama suggests a renewed focus on meaningful, performance-driven cinema. With Chakda Express, Sharma seems ready to remind audiences of her versatility and reassert her position among Bollywood’s leading actors.
