8 Bollywood movies on women playing sports

Artika Bansal

Dangal

Film Dangal is a biographical sports drama film based on Indian wrestlers Geeta Phogat and Babita Phogat. It is inspiring enough to make your day! 

Mary Kom

Priyanka Chopra starrer film Mary Kom is based on the life of ace boxer Mary Kom. It highlights the various obstacles she had to cross to reach the status of a world-class athlete

Saina

Film Saina is a biographical sports film based on the life of Saina Nehwal who took badminton to new heights in India. The lead role is played by Parineeti Chopra highlighting the journey of the star

Dil Bole Hadippa! 

Shahid Kapoor and Rani Mukerji come together for this cricket based drama. The film highlighted on the need for a women cricket team for talented female cricketers  

Saand Ki Aankh 

Taapsee Pannu and Bhumi Pednekar play Prakashi and Chandro in this sports drama film based on the life of the oldest sharpshooters. What a story! 

Mr and Mrs Mahi

Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao starrer film Mr and Mrs Mahi is the newest addition to this list. The film portrays Mahima’s love and talent for cricket, supported by Mahendra

Shabaash Mithu 

This sports drama film is based on the life and struggles of Mithali Raj, the former captain of the Indian National Cricket team. The lead role is played by Taapsee Pannu beautifully!

Chak De! India

Shah Rukh Khan along with 16 actresses form the cast of this sports drama based on hockey. The story, the songs, and the performances, all will make you fall in love with the film!