Best Sports Biopic Hindi Movies On OTT 2023

Bollywood has produced many sports biopic films in the last few years. And, these biopics have been appreciated by fans and critics alike because of their brilliant yet heartwarming and inspirational story. We take a look at some of the best sports biopic films that have released so far and are streaming on OTT platforms here in this article. The list includes everything from Bhaag Milkha Bhaag to the multi-starrer ’83, which is based on India’s famous Cricket World Cup win in 1983.

OTT: List of best Hindi sports biopic films to watch on streaming platforms

1.83

Releasing in 2021, 83 is an experience in itself for the age old cricket fans. Based on the Indian cricket team’s historic first victory in the Cricket World Cup held in England in 1983, the film takes you through the journey of how Kapil Dev and his team, some of the least favorites in the tournament, actually made it to the finals. Made a place And brought home the trophy. Little did he know that he would create history in India and inspire generations to come to take up the gentlemen’s game as a career. With Ranveer as the wonderful Kapil Dev and some brilliant actors in the supporting cast, it is a complete entertainer.

• 83 IMDb Rating – 7.5
• 83 cast – Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Tahir Raj Bhasin
  
• 83 Release Date – December 24, 2021
• Where to see- Netflix

2. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is a 2013 sports biopic superhit, which follows the life story of Milkha Singh, one of India’s first and only track and field medalists. Milkha Singh, known as “The Flying Sikh” for his blazing speed, was a legendary Indian athlete and a four-time Asian Games gold medallist. It takes us through the legend’s childhood during the India-Pakistan partition, his love life during his adolescence and youth, his distraction, and his eventual hard work and talent that earned him India’s first podium finish in track and field. inspired to achieve. in the Asian Games. It also shows how Milkha Singh came from second division to fourth place in the 1960 Rome Olympics.

• Bhaag Milkha Bhaag IMDb Rating – 8.2
• Bhaag Milkha Bhaag Cast – Farhan Akhtar, Japtej Singh, Divya Dutta
  
• Bhaag Milkha Bhaag release date – July 12, 2013
• Where to see- disney plus hotstar

3. Well done Mithu

Shabaash Mithu, in true biopic fashion, traces Mithali Raj’s childhood days to life as a small-town girl, where she faces many obstacles to become the captain of India’s women’s cricket team. The film also touches upon the general struggle faced by women in the largely male-dominated sports industry, as they fight for recognition and equal opportunities. Taapsee Pannu plays the lead role of Mithali Raj.

• Shabaash Mithu IMDb Rating – 5.5
• Shabaash Mithu Cast – Taapsee Pannu, Vijay Raaz, Brijendra Kala
  
• Shabaash Mithu release date – July 15, 2022
• Where to see- Netflix

4. Mary Kom

One of the most influential sports films of Hindi cinema, Mary Kom stars the amazing Priyanka Chopra, who plays Mary Kom, a powerful boxer. This 2014 biopic is directed by Omung Kumar and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It shows how Kom rose from a small village in Manipur to become one of the greatest female boxers in the world. Showcasing the struggles she faces in her professional career, it also touches upon her personal life and the sacrifices she has made to be a rare female sports superstar in India.

• Mary Kom IMDb Rating – 6.8
• Mary Kom Cast – Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sunil Thapa, Robin Das
  
• mary kom release date September 5, 2014
• Where to see- Netflix

5. Saina

Based on the life of Saina Nehwal, a female Indian badminton player and former world number one, this is one film you should not miss if you are passionate about the sport. In classic fashion, the film traces Saina Nehwal’s journey from a young girl from Haryana to her emergence as one of the greatest badminton players in the world, perhaps the best India has produced. The film portrays his struggles and hardships, his training and determination, and his rise to fame. The film also focuses on his personal life, his family and his coach. Parineeti Chopra was praised for her close-to-realistic portrayal of the shuttler.

• Saina IMDb Rating – 4.4
• Saina Cast – Mukesh Agrohari, Olga Anand, Rohan Apte
  
• Saina Release Date – March 26, 2021
• Where to see- amazon prime video

6. Gold

Gold is a 2018 superhit sports biopic, directed by Reema Kagti, that attempts to tell the story of India’s first Olympic gold medal in hockey in 1948 through the lens of the team’s coach Tapan Das. It shows how this dedicated hockey manager dreams of winning India’s first gold medal as an independent nation through his team. The film chronicles his role in leading a talented team to victory at the Olympics for the first time by independent India. The film’s soundtrack by Sachin-Jigar has been appreciated across the board.

• Gold IMDb Rating – 7.3
• Gold Cast – Akshay Kumar, Mouni Roy, Kunal Kapoor
  
• Gold release date – August 15th, 2018
• Where to see- amazon prime video

7. MS Dhoni

One of the finest works of Sushant Singh Rajput, MS Dhoni is about the cricket legend himself. It shows how a football goalkeeper from a small town in Jharkhand accidentally becomes a school cricketer and goes on to become one of the most successful cricket captains in global cricket history. The film reflects his humble beginnings and his dedication towards the sport.

• ms dhoni imdb rating 7.9
• ms dhoni cast Sushant Singh Rajput, Kiara Advani, Anupam Kher
  
• ms dhoni release date September 30, 2016
• Where to see- disney plus hotstar

8. Surma

Directed by Shaad Ali, Soorma is based on the life of Sandeep Singh, former captain of the Indian national hockey team. Starring Diljit Dosanjh in the lead role, the film depicts how Sandeep defies nature to return to the team after being paralyzed by a gunshot that he accidentally takes.

• Soorma IMDb Rating – 7.3
• Soorma Cast – Diljit Dosanjh, Taapsee Pannu, Angad Bedi
  
• soorma release date July 13, 2018
• Where to see- Netflix

9. Dangal

This is a unique and offbeat Indian sports biopic based on the life of Mahavir Singh Phogat and his wrestler daughters, Geeta Phogat and Babita Kumari. Set in a small town in Haryana, Dangal shows how Mahavir Singh Phogat helps his daughters win medals at the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

• Dangal IMDb Rating- 8.3
• Dangal Cast- Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar, Fatima Sana Shaikh
  
• Dangal release date- December 21, 2016
• Where to see- Apple TV

10. Paan Singh Tomar

Directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, Paan Singh Tomar is one of the most critically acclaimed sports biopics of Hindi cinema. Based on the life of athlete Paan Singh Tomar Won gold medals in the Indian National Games for seven consecutive times. However, circumstances force him to leave the Indian Army and become a dacoit. Film Shows how he has been cheated by the system and must do whatever it takes to ensure that his talent reaches the right place. The film also focuses on caste-based discrimination and corruption in Indian society.

• Paan Singh Tomar IMDb Rating – 8.2
• Paan Singh Tomar Cast – Irrfan Khan, Mahie Gill, Rajesh Abhay
  
• Paan Singh Tomar release date- March 2, 2012
• Where to see- Netflix

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