5 Actors who can play the role of Major Dhyan Chand to perfection

4) Ranveer Singh

Ranveer Singh - An unconventional choice, but can work as well

Another unconventional, perhaps even controversial choice may be Ranveer Singh. The eccentric actor is known for his weird offscreen personality. People often wonder if he deserves the roles he is given, but his acting often proves otherwise.

From "Band Baaja Baaraat" to "Gully Boy," Ranveer has had his fair share of unconventional roles. He plays Kapil Dev in the upcoming movie 83. While he is too tall to play Dhyan Chand, Ranveer can prove to be a surprise package.

Nobody expected Ranveer Singh to do justice to the role of the Maratha warrior in Peshwa Bajirao. But he nailed the diction and almost pulled off a convincing performance, marred only by the unnecessary creative liberties the film took. If Abhishek Chaubey doesn't fall into the same trap, Ranveer Singh can work wonders.

He has the ability to adapt, improvise and overcome. His ability to pick up diction could make him a convincing Dhyan Chand.