Anupam Sharma | thecricketlibrary.com

In this special episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed filmmaker, author, and multicultural ambassador Anupam Sharma for a fascinating exploration of where cinema and cricket intertwine. From producing landmark cross-cultural films to celebrating cricket as a bridge between nations, Anupam shares how the cricket field can be as dramatic as a film set, and how both mediums tell stories of identity, belonging, and dreams.

In this compelling episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, acclaimed filmmaker and multicultural ambassador Anupam Sharma joins us for a wide-ranging conversation that travels from the crease to the cutting room floor.

Anupam shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz Khan — the man Anupam calls ‘Bollywood’s Clint Eastwood’ — a moment that changed the trajectory of his creative life.

With a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and cinema, Anupam reflects on his experiences working with cricketing legends like Adam Gilchrist, Brett Lee, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, revealing the humanity behind the heroes. He also shares insights into his latest milestone: the release of his powerful documentary, Brand Bollywood: Down Under, now streaming on Netflix — a film that explores the influence of Bollywood in Australia and the stories that shape our cultural landscape.

Whether you’re drawn to the drama of the big screen or the poetry of a well-played innings, this episode is a rich celebration of cricket, culture, and the stories that bind us.

Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams – The Cricket Library

Tammy Bartaia is an International actress, TV presenter and author. From the age of seven her dream was to become an actress. She studied screen acting at the National Institute of Dramatic Art ( Nida) in Sydney, Australia. She is well known to cricket fans around the world for her role in the Bollywood film UnIndian starring Australian fast bowler Brett Lee. Tammy sat down with Matt Ellis to share what it was like working with Brett and the parallels between performing on set and cricketers performing on their stage, the cricket stadium. Tammy has a passion for Bollywood and has a deep connection to India through her time working on various projects, including the popular Hindi film Chola, which explores themes such as self discovery and the power of letting go of ego. Tammy always loved to write. It allowed her to use her imagination to create something special. -Even when there is no pen and paper in my hand, I always write in my mind," she says. Tammy is the author of the books: "The Young Woman with an Old Soul" and "A Pink House On Wheels."Tammy always loved to write. It allowed her to use her imagination to create something special. Join us as we open the window into the life of a gifted performer for whom the best is yet to come!