In a move that has surprised both cricket and Bollywood fans, former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MS Dhoni) has made headlines with his unexpected foray into the world of action cinema. Actor R Madhavan released a steamy teaser of his upcoming film ‘The Chase’, which sees Dhoni in an unprecedented avatar as a tactical task-force officer. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vasan Bala (known for films such as ‘Peddlers’ and ‘Monica, O My Darling’), the teaser has fuelled speculations about Dhoni’s possible Bollywood debut, and fans are calling it a “dream crossover” between cricket’s ‘Captain Cool’ and the versatile Madhavan.
Teaser shows action avatar
The teaser of ‘The Chase’ is extremely stylish and powerful. In it, Dhoni and Madhavan are seen dressed in black clothes and sunglasses, with guns in their hands, ready for battle. Seeing the two together in one frame is thrilling the audience. Sharing the clip, Madhavan wrote: “One mission. Two warriors. Get ready to witness an epic chase.”
Madhavan’s busy schedule
Madhavan is busy with several big projects these days. He will also be seen in ‘Dhurandhar’ alongside Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna and Sanjay Dutt, which is being directed by Aditya Dhar. Amidst the grand setup and the film being made on a large scale, his ‘chase’ with Dhoni brings a different thrill.
Dhoni’s acting journey so far
This is not Dhoni’s first experience on screen—he has also appeared in advertisements and did a cameo in the Tamil film ‘Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru’ (2017). His life story was earlier shown in the 2016 biopic ‘M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story’, starring Sushant Singh Rajput in the lead role. The Chase is Dhoni’s first major on-screen role, transforming the IPL icon (who last played for Chennai Super Kings in May 2025) into a formidable hero.
Dhoni’s new journey
Known for his calmness on the cricket field and match-winning knocks under pressure, Dhoni is now showing a new avatar on screen. Recently, he was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in London. The only captain to win all three ICC white-ball trophies, Dhoni is now surprising audiences with his new identity.
Vasan Bala’s special pair
The specialty of Vasan Bala’s films is their unique treatment. Presenting Dhoni and Madhavan in action feels more like a big event than a simple teaser. Dhoni, who has always been a master of surprises (like his helicopter shot and last-ball finish), has once again proven why he is a cultural phenomenon. Whether The Chase becomes a blockbuster film or something else, it’s clear that this collaboration is set to break records.