Keerthy Suresh is on cloud nine after getting the Best Actress National Award for her stunning portrayal of legendary actress Savithri in 'Mahanati' (Nadigaiyar Thilagam in Tamil). She has signed a few biggies including one produced by Karthick Subbaraj in Tamil and her Hindi debut film produced by Boney Kapoor after his super hit 'Nerkonda Paarvai' starring Ajith.

Keerthy Suresh's Hindi debut movie has been titled 'Maidaan' and is set in 1952 to 62 considered the golden years of Indian football. The film has Ajay Devgan as the leading man and is directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma with Akash Chawla and Arunav Joy Sengupta coproducing. Similar to 'NKP', 'Maaidaan' too will be a Zee Studios presentation. The shooting has started today and will release on a festive occasion in 2020.

Proud to kick off the Untold Story of The Golden Years of Indian Football. Hope to bring glory to India with this fantastic story. @ajaydevgn @Maidaanofficial @iAmitRSharma @keerthyofficial @freshlimefilms @saiwynQ @writish @zeestudios_ @ZeeStudiosInt pic.twitter.com/XO4EpKlJsC

— Boney Kapoor (@BoneyKapoor) August 19, 2019