Movies are mostly frictional stories, but these biopic movies in Bollywood are based on some real characters from which some are very famous, and some are less famous. But these movies brought the limelight back to some forgotten characters of our nation. We have seen sports biopic movies in Bollywood to a biopic on movie stars.
Today, we will discuss the 20 best biopic movies in Bollywood that you should not miss as you can get entertainment, insights, and learn from their lives.
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Best Biopic Movies In Bollywood
Sports Biopic Movies In Bollywood
Saina
Olympic Bronze medalist and one of the best badminton players globally, Saina Nehwal, is an inspiration to many and especially to girls who want to achieve heights in sports. She has won more than 24 international titles in her career.
Released in 2021 movie “Saina” focuses on the life journey of Saina Nehwal. The main character is played by Pareeniti Chopra.
Bhag Milkha Bhag
Released in 2013, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is based on the life of India’s finest runner Milkha Singh, who faced many obstacles in his life to become the best athlete in India. In this movie, Milkha Singh’s character was played by Farhan Akhtar and the direction of this movie was given by Rakyesh Omprakash Mehra.
Dangal
The story of Dangal, released in 2016, is based on Mahavir Singh Phogat and his two daughters Geeta Phogat and Babita Phogat. His elder daughter Geeta Phogat and second daughter Babita Phogat have both been champions in the Commonwealth Games. This movie throws light on every aspect of their life.
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
The film MS Dhoni The Untold Story, based on Mahendra Singh Dhoni, considered one of the best captains in the world and India, was released in 2016, starring late Sushant Singh Rajput. This story features Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s early life to winning the 2011 Cricket World Cup.
Mary Kom
Mery Kom, released in 2014, is based on the life of Indian boxer Mery Kom. Mary Kom is counted among the best women boxers of India who have got India medals in the Olympics. Apart from the Olympics, she has also won medals in competitions like World Championship, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, etc. In this movie, Priyanka Chopra played the role of Mary Kom with perfection.
Celebrity Biopic Movies In Bollywood
The Dirty Picture
Though they never claimed it as a biopic, the movie’s story was heavily influenced by the life of Silk Smitha. Silk Smitha, who appeared mainly in South Indian movies as a dancer or small characters, saw many ups and downs in her life but was reluctant to compromise with her attitude. Ace actress Vidya Balan played the Silk character.
Sanju
The film, released in 2018, is based on Sanju Dutt’s life. This movie spreads light at many unseen and unheard aspects of his life. The movie covered Sanjay Dutt’s relationship with his mother and father also. Ranbir Kapoor played Sanjay Dutt’s character in the movie.
Politician Biopic Movies In Bollywood
Sardaar
Released in 1994 the movie Sardaar was based on the life of freedom fighter and the First Deputy Prime Minister of India, Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel. The movie had Paresh Rawal in the lead role who played the character of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel up to perfection.
Thackeray 2019
The movie, released in 2019, is based on the life of Balasaheb Thackeray, the eminent and first chief of the Shiv Sena. The story of this movie is based on Balasaheb’s early life to his last days. Nawazuddin Siddiqui was seen in the lead role who played the character of Bala Saheb Thackrey.
PM Narendra Modi
Released in 2020, the movie focuses on the life journey of PM Narendra Modi. from being an ordinary boy to CM of Gujrat and finally the Prime Minister of India. Vivek Oberoi played the character of Narendra Modi in the movie.
Thalaivi
Set to release this year, the movie is based on the life of former actress and Chief Minister of Tamilnadu, J. Jayalalitha, who was fondly called Thalaivi and Amma by her fans and supporters. Kangana Ranaut plays the J. Jayalalitha character.
Freedom Fighters Biopic Movies In Bollywood
Shaheed
Released in 1965 the movie was based on the life of freedom fighters Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev. Shaheed Bhagat Singh character was played by Manoj Kumar while Prem Chopra played the character of Sukhdev.
There has been biopics before and after this movie focused on Shaheed Bhagat Singh’s life but this was by far the best one considering the emotions and acting.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero
Released in 2004, the movie is based on India’s greatest freedom fighter, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Sachin Khedekar played the character of Netaji.
Mangal Pandey: The rising
The man who started the 1857 Soldier’s revolt was Mangal Pandey. The 1857 revolt was also considered the first fight for freedom in Indian history. Released in 2005, the movie is based on the life of Mangal Pandey. Aamir Khan played the character of mangal Pandey.
Gandhi
Gandhi is a 1982 period biographical movie based on the life of freedom fighter Mahatma Gandhi. The movie focuses on the life of Mahatma Gandhi and the development around him regarding the freedom struggle of India. Ben Kingsley played the character of Mahatma Gandhi, you can watch the movie on Netflix and Amazon Prime.
Shaheed Udham Singh
Released in 2000, the movie focuses on the life of Shaheed Udham Singh, who took revenge for the Jalianawal Bagh massacre in then British India. The movie featured Raj Babbar, Juhi Chawla, Gurdas Mann, Shatrughan Sinha, and Amrish Puri.
Other Bollywood biopic movies
Super 30
The movie is based on the life of Anand Kumar, a mathematician from Patna, who is famous for teaching poor kids so that they can qualify for IIT. The movie release in 2019, and Hritik Roshan played the character of Anand Kumar. You can watch the full movie on Hotstar.
Neerja
Neerja Bhanot was a flight attendant and model. in 1986, she died saving passengers of her flight hijacked at Jinnah International airport in Pakistan. She was awarded Ashok Chakra by the Indian government and Tamgha-e-Insaaniyat award (civilian award for bravery) from the Pakistan government. The movie is based on her life, struggle after marriage, and the hijack. Sonam Kapoor played the character of Neerja Bhanot.
Pan Singh Tomar
An army man, a national athlete who won several medals for the country, turned rebel due to the situation he faced back home after taking VRS from the army. Pan Singh Tomar is a real-life story of its kind, and Irrfan Khan’s performance won him a national award for this role. If you have not watched this biopic movie, then watch it, and I guarantee you that you will not get bored for a second.
Bandit Queen
Released in 2004, the movie focuses on the life and struggle of Phoolan Devi, known as the Bandit Queen of India. Seema Viswas played the Phoolan Devi character, and it also features actors like Manoj Bajpai and Nirmal Pandey.
Wrapping up biopic movies Bollywood
So these are the 20 Best Biopic Movies In Bollywood that you should watch. if you have not watched these movies then go and watch them over the internet as most of them are available at one or another OTT.