Best sports based Bollywood movies

 

Bollywood has produced several inspiring sports movies over the years. These movies not only entertain but also motivate and inspire people to pursue their passions and overcome challenges. Here are the top 9 Bollywood movies based on sports.

Lagaan (2001) - Set in the British colonial era, Lagaan tells the story of a group of Indian villagers who challenge their oppressive British rulers to a game of cricket to avoid paying exorbitant taxes. The movie showcases the power of unity and perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. Lagaan was nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Foreign Language Film category and won numerous awards in India.

Chak De! India (2007) - Chak De! India is a fictional story inspired by the Indian women's national field hockey team's victory at the 2002 Commonwealth Games. The movie follows the story of a former men's hockey player, Kabir Khan, who is tasked with coaching the Indian women's hockey team. The team faces discrimination and lack of support, but Kabir's leadership and guidance help them overcome their challenges and win the World Cup. Chak De! India was a critical and commercial success and is considered one of the best sports movies in Bollywood.

 Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is a biographical sports drama based on the life of Indian athlete Milkha Singh, popularly known as the Flying Sikh. The movie chronicles Milkha Singh's journey from a young boy who witnessed the Partition of India to becoming a world champion runner. The movie highlights the importance of hard work, determination, and overcoming personal demons. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag was a commercial and critical success and won several awards.

Mary Kom (2014) - Mary Kom is a biographical sports drama based on the life of Indian boxer Mary Kom. The movie depicts Mary Kom's struggles as a young girl from a small village in Manipur to becoming a five-time World Amateur Boxing Champion. The movie showcases Mary Kom's determination, grit, and resilience in the face of social and cultural barriers. Priyanka Chopra's performance as Mary Kom was widely acclaimed, and the movie was a commercial success.

Dangal (2016) - Dangal is a biographical sports drama based on the lives of Indian wrestlers Geeta and Babita Phogat and their father and coach Mahavir Singh Phogat. The movie depicts the Phogat sisters' journey from small-town wrestlers to winning gold medals at the Commonwealth Games. The movie highlights the importance of gender equality and the power of a father's love and support. Dangal was a critical and commercial success and became the highest-grossing Indian film of all time.

Sultan (2016) - Sultan is a sports drama film that tells the story of a former wrestler, Sultan Ali Khan, who decides to make a comeback to win the world championship and regain his lost glory. The movie depicts Sultan's struggles with personal demons and his journey to redemption through wrestling. Salman Khan's performance as Sultan was widely acclaimed, and the movie was a commercial success.

MS Dhoni: The Untold Story is a biographical sports film based on the life of the former Indian cricketer and captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The film is directed by Neeraj Pandey and stars Sushant Singh Rajput in the lead role as Dhoni. The movie was released in 2016 and was a commercial and critical success.

The movie tells the story of Dhoni's life, from his childhood in Ranchi to his meteoric rise in the world of cricket. The movie shows how Dhoni was a goalkeeper in his school football team but later switched to cricket, where he excelled as a wicket-keeper batsman. The movie also showcases his struggles and the challenges he faced to make it to the Indian cricket team.

The movie features many of Dhoni's personal and professional relationships, including his friendship with his school friend and manager Arun Pandey, his relationship with his wife Sakshi, and his interactions with his teammates and coaches. The movie also features his involvement in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a player for Chennai Super Kings.

The film was shot in various locations in India, including Ranchi, Mumbai, and Delhi. The movie's music was composed by Amaal Mallik and Rochak Kohli, and the lyrics were written by Manoj Muntashir.

MS Dhoni: The Untold Story was well-received by audiences and critics for its realistic portrayal of the cricketer's life and struggles. The film was praised for its screenplay, direction, and performances, particularly by Sushant Singh Rajput, who was lauded for his portrayal of Dhoni. The movie was a commercial success, grossing over 2.16 billion at the box office.

Kai Po Che! is a 2013 Indian drama film directed by Abhishek Kapoor and based on the novel "The 3 Mistakes of My Life" by Chetan Bhagat. The film stars Sushant Singh Rajput, Rajkummar Rao, and Amit Sadh in the lead roles.

The movie is set in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and follows the lives of three friends, Ishaan, Omi, and Govind, who start a sports shop and an academy to train young cricketers. The movie depicts their journey as they overcome various obstacles and work towards achieving their dreams.

Ishaan, played by Sushant Singh Rajput, is a former district-level cricketer who is passionate about the sport and trains young players. Omi, played by Amit Sadh, comes from a political family and helps his uncle in his business while being friends with Ishaan and Govind. Govind, played by Rajkummar Rao, is the brains behind the sports shop and academy and manages the business.

The movie also deals with the Gujarat earthquake of 2001 and the 2002 Gujarat riots, which affect the lives of the three friends and their families. The film shows how they navigate through these events and their aftermath.

The movie was praised for its realistic portrayal of friendship, sports, and politics. The film's performances, direction, and music were also highly appreciated. The movie was a commercial success, grossing over 1.1 billion at the box office. The film also won several awards, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Sushant Singh Rajput's performance in the movie was highly appreciated and is considered one of his best performances.

 Gold (2018) - Gold is a sports drama based on the Indian men's field hockey team's victory at the 1948 Summer Olympics. The movie follows the story of Tapan Das, a Bengali man who aspires to see India win a gold medal in hockey as an independent nation. The movie highlights the struggle for Indian independence and the power of national pride. Gold was a critical and commercial success and won several awards.