Prime Video has added the critically acclaimed biographical sports drama Maidaan to its ever-expanding slate of Bollywood blockbusters. Maidaan is based on the true story of Syed Abdul Rahim, the architect of modern Indian football who coached the India national team for more than a decade. The movie captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike when it released in theatres on April 10. Starting today, Prime Video customers in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide can watch Maidaan on their devices.
Who’s in the cast of Maidaan?
Maidaan stars Ajay Devgn alongside Priyamani and Gajraj Rao. It is directed by National Award-winning director Amit Sharma and is produced by Zee Studios, Boney Kapoor, Arunava Joy Sengupta and Akash Chawla. It also features masterful compositions by AR Rahman.
“Maidaan has been appreciated for its powerful storytelling and its depiction of the golden era of Indian football, striking a chord with audiences. The film’s compelling storyline, anchored by exceptional performances from Ajay Devgn and the talented ensemble, alongside its meticulous attention to historical moments have all contributed to its critical success,” says Manish Menghani, director – content licensing, Prime Video India. “Maidaan exemplifies our ongoing commitment to delivering compelling and inspiring Indian stories, and we are very excited to share this critically acclaimed film with a global audience.”
“Portraying the legendary football coach Syed Abdul Rahim has been a deeply rewarding experience for me. Rahim Saab’s remarkable journey of determination and resilience is truly inspiring, and I believe audiences worldwide, through Prime Video, will be captivated by his story,” says Ajay Devgn.
What’s the plot of Maidaan?
Maidaan chronicles the inspiring journey of Syed Abdul Rahim, the legendary football coach who steered the Indian National Football team to glory in the 1950s and 1960s. Set against the backdrop of a newly independent India, the film vividly portrays Rahim's challenges and triumphs as he builds and leads his team to international prominence, instilling hope and pride in a nation finding its footing. Maidaan is an extraordinary tale of determination, resilience, and the unifying power of sports.
How to watch Maidaan on Prime Video?
Maidaan is available to stream exclusively on Prime Video starting today. Prime Video is just one of the many benefits of a Prime membership where you can get unlimited access to award-winning movies and TV shows. Prime members in India enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just ₹1,499 a year.
What’s more on Prime Video?
Prime Video hosts thousands of acclaimed TV shows and movies across languages and geographies, including Indian films such as Aavesham, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, The Great Indian Family and Fukrey 3 along with Indian-produced Original series like Poacher, Indian Police Force, Dil Dosti Dilemma, Made in Heaven, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Dhootha and more. Also included are popular global Originals such as Gen V, Fallout, The Wheel of Time, The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and many more. Prime Video content streams in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi and Bengali, besides English.
