The 2025 Annual Conference of the International Cricket Council brought together the 108 member nations to determine the future of cricket. Under the direction of Jay Shah, the conference spent four days addressing scheduling, expanding global tournaments, and innovating fan engagement. While the conference covered important topics, the biggest news was that Mikkhail Vaswani, a long-time cricket commentator, would be entering the world of cinema.
Vaswani moderated a session with Rahul Dravid and Mahela Jayawardene. His move to film became a popular topic, with people debating whether voices from the commentary box can be effective actors. The nature of commentary lends itself to entertainment, as it flows naturally from sports presentation into entertainment. This is more common as media personalities look to expand outside of their usual work.
Vaswani is set to appear in the Malayalam film ‘I’m Game,’ produced by Wayfarer Films. The film will feature action choreography by the Anbariv Masters, known for their work in films like KGF and Leo. The film is expected to be a milestone for Dulquer Salmaan, blending mass appeal with action and storytelling. The first shooting schedule was in Thiruvananthapuram. The screenplay was penned by Sajeer Baba, Ismail Aboobacker, and Bilal Moidu.
Cricket and cinema have always shared a special place in India and much of Asia. These two fields often share audiences and cultural space. The people moving between the two worlds bring with them a fan base and storytelling skills. The news of Vaswani’s film entry has put a spotlight on how sports and entertainment are becoming more connected, offering new ways for collaboration and audience engagement.