# M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)

> A determined small-town cricketer’s long road from railway ticket checker to Indian captain becomes an expansive portrait of talent, patience, and national sporting pride.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/256669

## Facts

- Runtime: 190 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Neeraj Pandey
- Cast: Sushant Singh Rajput, Anupam Kher, Disha Patani, Kiara Advani, Rajesh Sharma, Kumud Mishra, Neetha Mohindra, Bhumika Chawla
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4169250/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: inspirational, earnest, warm, sports movie night, cricket viewing

## Synopsis

A journey from humble beginnings to cricketing greatness, showcasing the power of perseverance.

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