There's something about biopics, especially sports biopics, that draws people in. The need to learn more about the sportsperson you've been following is unrivalled, and Bollywood directors seem to understand it all too well. That's probably why they've been producing biopics on a regular basis.
Several films, including Ranveer Singh's '83 and Ajay Devgn's Maidaan, which are both sports biopics, have been postponed due to the lockdown. While we wait for these films to be released, we may pass the time by watching these Bollywood sports biopics on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar, which brilliantly represented the lives and achievements of Indian sportsmen.
1. MS Dhoni: The Untold Story
Director
Neeraj Pandey
Star Cast
Sushant Singh Rajput, Kiara Advani, Anupam Kher
IMDb Rating
7.9/10
Image Courtesy: Outlook Magazine
When people talk about MS Dhoni's net worth or his magnificent 7-acre farmhouse in Ranchi, Kailashpati, it's important to remember that the guy has worked hard for all he has. And this film follows him from his early days as a ticket collector to his current position as the Indian national cricket team's "Captain Cool." Sushant Singh Rajput plays Dhoni in the film, which is directed by Neeraj Pandey.
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2. Soorma
Director
Shaad Ali
Star Cast
Diljit Dosanjh, Taapsee Pannu, Angad Bedi
IMDb Rating
7.4/10
Image Courtesy: Koimoi
Soorma, starring Diljit Dosanjh, is based on the life of Sandeep Singh, an outstanding hockey player and former captain of the Indian Hockey Team. Sandeep Singh is a true warrior, since Soorma means warrior in English. Sandeep Singh's career and enthusiasm for the sport is absolutely extraordinary, from surviving a near-death incident that left him virtually crippled to defying all chances and making a spectacular return.
3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Director
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra
Star Cast
Farhan Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor, Pawan Malhotra
IMDb Rating
8.2/10
Image Courtesy: Variety
The film is based on the life of former sprinter Milkha Singh and is directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. The film, starring Farhan Akhtar as Milkha Singh, tells the storey of his journey, including the painful memories of the partition, which destroyed him and his family, his early life in the army, and how he surmounted all barriers to become The Flying Sikh. Sonam Kapoor, Divya Dutta, and Pava Chawla also star in the film.
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4. Gold
Director
Reema Kagti
Star Cast
Akshay Kumar, Mouni Roy, Kunal Kapoor
IMDb Rating
7.3/10
Image Courtesy: Koimoi
Gold is based on India's first national hockey team and their quest to capturing the first gold medal in the 1948 Summer Olympics as a free country, directed by Reema Kagti and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. Tapan Das, the guy who was essential in bringing this win home, is played by Akshay Kumar.
5. Dangal
Director
Nitesh Tiwari
Star Cast
Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar, Fatima Sana Shaikh
IMDb Rating
8.4/10
Image Courtesy: Scroll.in
To teach his two daughters to become India's most ferocious wrestlers, a father goes against society's attitude of "what would others think or say." We're talking about India's wrestling sisters Geeta and Babita Phogat, as well as Mahavir Singh Phogat and his daughters. This was, without a doubt, one of Aamir Khan's most difficult performances, which he performed flawlessly.
6. Mary Kom
Director
Omung Kumar
Star Cast
Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sunil Thapa, Robin Das
IMDb Rating
6.8/10
Image Courtesy: Upperstall.com
Another amazing and hard-hitting film about a woman's strong will to follow her passion and overcome all hurdles to ultimately realise her dream, regardless of whether or not others believed in her. In the film directed by Omung Kumar, Priyanka Chopra plays fighter Mary Kom. The film follows the life of a lady who went on to become a role model for people all around the world.
7. Paan Singh Tomar
Director
Tigmanshu Dhulia
Star Cast
Irfan Khan, Mahie Gill, Rajesh Abhay
IMDb Rating
8.2/10
Image Courtesy: The Quiant
A famous runner and seven-time national steeplechase champion, he becomes one of Chambal Valley's most dreaded dacoits, determined to revenge his mother's murder. The film depicts his powerlessness and fury, which led to his becoming a rebel. Irrfan Khan plays the title role in the film directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia. It received the National Award for Best Feature Film in 2012.
8. Azhar
Director
Anthony D'Souza
Star Cast
Emraan Hashmi, Lara Dutta, Nargis Fakhri, Prachi Desai, Kunaal Roy Kapur
IMDb Rating
6.9/10
Image Courtesy: The Quiant
The film is based on the life of former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin and stars Emraan Hashmi, Lara Dutta, Nargis Fakhri, Prachi Desai, Kunaal Roy Kapur, and Rajesh Sharma. The film was shot in some of the most famous cricket venues in the world, including Lord's, The Oval, and Edgbaston, to mention a few.Even though the film didn't do well at the box office, Emraan Hashmi's performance was greatly appreciated - especially for his body language and mannerisms.
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