Bollywood has always been fascinated with biopics. These movies bring to life the stories of real-life heroes, villains and everyday people, and have been a source of inspiration for many. Here we take a look at the top 10 biopic movies of Bollywood that have won the hearts of audiences.
1. Mother India
Mother India is a 1957 classic directed by Mehboob Khan. It stars Nargis as Radha, a woman who struggles to raise her children and keep her family together in the face of extreme poverty and social oppression. The movie was a huge success and is considered to be one of the greatest films ever made in India.
2. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is a 2013 movie directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. The movie tells the story of Milkha Singh, an athlete who overcame personal tragedy and poverty to become one of India’s greatest athletes. The movie stars Farhan Akhtar in the lead role and was a critical and commercial success.
3. M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story is a 2016 biopic directed by Neeraj Pandey. The movie tells the story of the life of Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The movie stars Sushant Singh Rajput in the lead role and was a massive success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of the year.
4. Neerja
Neerja is a 2016 movie directed by Ram Madhvani. The movie tells the story of Neerja Bhanot, a flight attendant who sacrificed her life while trying to save passengers from terrorists on a hijacked flight. The movie stars Sonam Kapoor in the lead role and was a critical and commercial success.
5. The Dirty Picture
The Dirty Picture is a 2011 movie directed by Milan Luthria. The movie tells the story of Silk Smitha, a south Indian actress who became a sensation in the 1980s. The movie stars Vidya Balan in the lead role and was a critical and commercial success.
6. Sanju
Sanju is a 2018 movie directed by Rajkumar Hirani. The movie tells the story of actor Sanjay Dutt, and his struggles with addiction and legal troubles. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role and was a massive success, becoming