MS Dhoni's look as Atharva in the motion poster for the graphic novel was compared to Prabhas in Baahubali by fans.

MS Dhoni has been a player, a captain, and even a brand ambassador. Now the cricketer will don a new hat: that of a warrior. On Wednesday, he unveiled the first look of his upcoming graphic novel, Atharva – The Origin.

The project is been made by Virzu Studios in association with MIDAS Deals.

Dhoni, posted the sci-fi fantasy novel’s motion poster on his Facebook page, stated, “Happy to launch the first look of the new-age graphic novel Atharva.”

The motion poster depicts Dhoni as the warrior Atharva, who is combating against an army of demonic creatures. Ramesh Thamilmani is the creator of the graphic novel.

“I am happy to be associated with this endeavour, and it is definitely a fascinating venture,” MS Dhoni said this about the project.

Atharva – The Origin is an engrossing graphic novel with a compelling plot and stunning artworks.

Every reader will be left wanting more after author Ramesh Thamilmani’s attempt to launch India’s first mythological superhero with a contemporary twist.”

“I am pleased and happy to have MS Dhoni portraying Atharva, who fully exemplifies the character,” author Ramesh Thamilmani said.

Each of the characters and artwork in the novel, including MS Dhoni’s, was developed after thorough research.

Eevery nuance of the universe in it was constructed with great care.”

Dhoni’s fans praised his transformation into the fierce warrior, writing, “Mind blowing” and “Looking like a hunk.” Several users wrote they were eagerly waiting to see more. “Sir, you look really like Baahubali,” one user wrote.

The Nov will be available for pre-order from this month, and the official launch date will be announced soon.

In 2020, the cricketer’s company- Dhoni Entertainment had announced an upcoming sci-fi web series,about a “mysterious Aghori, who has been captured at a high-tech facility.