Here are 15 Best Bollywood movies based on true stories from Bhaag Milkha Bhaag to Paan Singh Tomar to Manjhi.
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)
Star Cast: Farhan Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor
Release Date: July 12, 2013
Box Office Collection: ₹1.45 billion
Summary: The film chronicles the life of Indian athlete Milkha Singh, highlighting his struggles and triumphs in the track and field.
Dangal (2016)
Star Cast: Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar
Release Date: December 23, 2016
Box Office Collection: ₹3.85 billion
Summary: Based on the true story of wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat, who trained his daughters Geeta and Babita to become world-class wrestlers.
Padman (2018)
Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Radhika Apte, Sonam Kapoor
Release Date: February 9, 2018
Box Office Collection: ₹1.37 billion
Summary: The film follows the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham, a social entrepreneur who invented low-cost sanitary napkins.
Airlift (2016)
Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Nimrat Kaur
Release Date: January 22, 2016
Box Office Collection: ₹2.30 billion
Summary: Airlift is the story of the largest human evacuation in history, during the Iraq-Kuwait war in 1990.
Neerja (2016)
Star Cast: Sonam Kapoor, Shabana Azmi
Release Date: February 19, 2016
Box Office Collection: ₹1.35 billion
Summary: The film portrays the heroic life of flight attendant Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life to save passengers from terrorists on board.
MS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)
Star Cast: Sushant Singh Rajput, Disha Patani
Release Date: September 30, 2016
Box Office Collection: ₹2.16 billion
Summary: A biopic on the life of Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, focusing on his journey from a small-town boy to the captain of the Indian cricket team.
Paan Singh Tomar (2012)
Star Cast: Irrfan Khan, Mahie Gill
Release Date: March 2, 2012
Box Office Collection: ₹352.5 million
Summary: The film is based on the true story of Paan Singh Tomar, an Indian soldier who turned into a rebel and a notorious athlete.
Mary Kom (2014)
Star Cast: Priyanka Chopra
Release Date: September 5, 2014
Box Office Collection: ₹1.04 billion
Summary: Mary Kom is a biographical film about the life of Indian boxer Mary Kom, showcasing her journey to becoming a world champion.
The Dirty Picture (2011)
Star Cast: Vidya Balan, Naseeruddin Shah, Emraan Hashmi
Release Date: December 2, 2011
Box Office Collection: ₹1.20 billion
Summary: Based on the life of Silk Smitha, a South Indian actress noted for her erotic roles, the film explores the ups and downs of her career.
Mulk (2018)
Star Cast: Rishi Kapoor, Taapsee Pannu
Release Date: August 3, 2018
Box Office Collection: ₹317.8 million
Summary: Mulk addresses issues of religious tolerance and revolves around a Muslim family fighting against the prejudices they face in society.
Talvar (2015)
Star Cast: Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma
Release Date: October 2, 2015
Box Office Collection: ₹490 million
Summary: The film is based on the 2008 Noida double murder case, exploring the various perspectives and investigations surrounding the incident.
Gully Boy (2019)
Star Cast: Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt
Release Date: February 14, 2019
Box Office Collection: ₹2.41 billion
Summary: Inspired by the lives of Indian street rappers Divine and Naezy, Gully Boy follows the journey of an aspiring rapper from the slums of Mumbai.
Black Friday (2007)
Star Cast: Kay Kay Menon, Pavan Malhotra
Release Date: February 9, 2007
Box Office Collection: N/A (Art Film)
Summary: Based on the investigation and events surrounding the 1993 Bombay bombings, the film provides a gritty portrayal of the incidents leading up to the blasts.
No One Killed Jessica (2011)
Star Cast: Rani Mukerji, Vidya Balan
Release Date: January 7, 2011
Box Office Collection: ₹710 million
Summary: The film is based on the true story of the murder of Jessica Lal and the subsequent legal battle for justice.
Manjhi: The Mountain Man (2015)
Star Cast: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Radhika Apte
Release Date: August 21, 2015
Box Office Collection: ₹30.5 million
Summary: Manjhi is based on the life of Dashrath Manjhi, a laborer in Gehlaur village who carved a path through a mountain using only a hammer and chisel.
These movies offer a diverse range of true stories, showcasing the resilience, courage, and extraordinary achievements of real-life individuals.
