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Sports has an instant connection with the Bollywood and we have witnessed numerous sports-based films over the years. Ahead of the release of Taapsee Pannu's 'Shabaash Mithu,' let's take a look at some of the most-loved sports drama. 
Chak De! India (2007)
Starring Shah Rukh Khan, this film narrates the story of a tainted former captain of the Indian Hockey team, who is given a chance to reclaim his reputation by training the Indian Women's Hockey team for the World Cup. His team overcomes infighting and external opposition to emerge as the winners in the final match against Australia. 
One of the unforgettable scenes of the film is SRK's 'Sattar Minute' speech which is surely inspiring. 
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)
The biopic is based on the legendary athlete Milkha Singh, also known as India's 'Flying Sikh.' Farhan Akhtar portrayed the role of the Indian track and field sprinter with total conviction and the film garnered positive reviews from the audience. It was inspiring to see Farhan Akhtar beating this arch Pakistan rival by a whisker in the film. 
Iqbal (2005)
Almost every Indian child dreams of playing cricket for their country and this is what the film highlights. It narrates the story of a deaf and dumb farmer's son who manages to make it to the Indian team under the guidance of a former player. The movie, which won critical acclaim, stars Naseeruddin Shah and Shreyas Talpade in key roles. 
Mary Kom (2014)
The biopic on Indian boxer MC Mary Kom starred Priyanka Chopra in the titular role. She portrayed the role with utmost conviction and further cementing Mary Kom's celebrity status and made her a household name across the nation. Darshan Kumar was cast as Mary Kom’s husband Onler Kom and famous Nepalese actor Sunil Thapa portaryed the role of Mary Kom's coach and mentor M. Narjit Singh. 
The film won several awards and recognitions, including the National Award for the Best Popular Film.
83 (2021)
The story of India's magnificient victory in the 1983 World Cup. Ranveer Singh stars as Kapil Dev in the film and shows how the determined captain overcame doubt and helped India's struggling cricket team to create history.
Rashmi Rocket (2021) 
This Akarsh Khurana directorial stars Taapsee Pannu in the lead role. It follows the journey of athlete Rashmi Vira, a small town girl, who overcame societal barriers to emerge as a national level athlete. Her career hits a roadblock when she's forced to undergo a gender test.

Six Bollywood sports movies that will inspire you

Here are some Bollywood sports movies that you must watch at least once.

Here are some Bollywood sports movies that you must watch at least once.

Sports has an instant connection with the Bollywood and we have witnessed numerous sports-based films over the years. Ahead of the release of <a href="https://www.editorji.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/taapsee-pannu-to-produce-a-film-with-samantha-ruth-prabhu-says-we-will-announce-what-it-is-very-soon-1656930840385" target="_blank">Taapsee Pannu</a>'s 'Shabaash Mithu,' let's take a look at some of the most-loved sports drama.&nbsp;
Chak De! India (2007)
Starring Shah Rukh Khan, this film narrates the story of a tainted former captain of the Indian Hockey team, who is given a chance to reclaim his reputation by training the Indian Women's Hockey team for the World Cup. His team overcomes infighting and external opposition to emerge as the winners in the final match against Australia.&nbsp;
One of the unforgettable scenes of the film is SRK's 'Sattar Minute' speech which is surely inspiring.&nbsp;
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)
The biopic is based on the legendary athlete Milkha Singh, also known as India's 'Flying Sikh.' Farhan Akhtar portrayed the role of the Indian track and field sprinter with total conviction and the film garnered positive reviews from the audience. It was inspiring to see Farhan Akhtar beating this arch Pakistan rival by a whisker in the film.&nbsp;
Iqbal (2005)
Almost every Indian child dreams of playing cricket for their country and this is what the film highlights. It narrates the story of a deaf and dumb farmer's son who manages to make it to the Indian team under the guidance of a former player.&nbsp; The movie, which won critical acclaim, stars Naseeruddin Shah and Shreyas Talpade in key roles.&nbsp;
Mary Kom (2014)
The biopic on Indian boxer MC Mary Kom starred Priyanka Chopra in the titular role. She portrayed the role with utmost conviction and further cementing Mary Kom's celebrity status and made her a household name across the nation. Darshan Kumar was cast as Mary Kom&rsquo;s husband Onler Kom and famous Nepalese actor Sunil Thapa portaryed the role of Mary Kom's coach and mentor M. Narjit Singh.&nbsp;
The film won several awards and recognitions, including the National Award for the Best Popular Film.
83 (2021)
The story of India's magnificient victory in the 1983 World Cup. Ranveer Singh stars as Kapil Dev in the film and shows how the determined captain overcame doubt and helped India's struggling cricket team to create history.
Rashmi Rocket (2021)&nbsp;
This Akarsh Khurana directorial stars Taapsee Pannu in the lead role. It follows the journey of athlete Rashmi Vira, a small town girl, who overcame societal barriers to emerge as a national level athlete. Her career hits a roadblock when she's forced to undergo a gender test.
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The trailer of Kabir Khan directorial 83 has just released and Kapil Dev's fans are already excited for the film to hit the cinemas. The film chronicles Team India’s first-ever World Cup win in 1983. Starring Ranveer Singh as former cricketer Kapil Dev and Deepika Padukone as Romi Dev the film deals with challenges faced by the cricket team in 1983 and how eventually it resulted in a win. Here are some of the best Bollywood cricket films of all time.
Lagaan (2001)Apart from appealling the masses, Lagaan made it to the Oscars shortlist in the Foreign Language category. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the story is set around the backdrop of the British era when high taxes were imposed on the villagers. In the end, Bhuvan played by Aamir Khan manages to defeat the Britishers in a cricket match and thus, the taxes are successfully repealed.
Iqbal (2005)Iqbal is one of the finest films based on cricket which sends a motivational message to our society. Shreyas Talpade nails his character as Iqbal who is deaf and dumb but aspires to be a cricketer. He made his debut with this film and managed to bowl the masses with his performance. Iqbal was a decent grosser at the box office. It collected Rs 3.85 crore against a budget of Rs 2.25 crore.
Patiala House (2011)Directed by Nikkhil Advani, Patiala House narrates the story of Gurtej Kahlon played by the late Rishi Kapoor. While Akshay Kumar who plays Rishi's son Gattu, is a talented cricketer selected for the England national team despite his father’s will. The film deals with diasporic cultural politics, generational strife, and the aesthetics of a community frozen in time.
Kai Po Che! (2013)The movie revolves around the story of three best friends residing in Ahmedabad who start a cricket academy. However, their amity and ambitions are tested by several challenges in their life. Directed by Abhishek Kapoor, the film also stars Rajkummar Rao and Amit Sadh in key roles.
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)Helmed by Neeraj Pandey, 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' is the biopic based on the life of former Indian Cricket Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The late actor Sushant Singh Rajput essayed the titular role in the film, which went on to become a huge success on the box office.
Azhar (2016)'Azhar' was another biopic based on the life of former Indian cricket team skipper Mohammad Azharuddin. The famous match-fixing scandal that stormed the cricketing world in 1999 was the highlight of the film. Azhar was banned by the judiciary following this scandal.
Recently, we got a glimpse of Shahid Kapoor-starrer Jersey which also stars Mrunal Thakur and Pankaj Kapoor in the key roles. The film revolves around the character of Shahid who makes a comeback in the cricket team only to buy a jersey for his son. The sports drama is all set to hit theatres on December 31.

Lagaan to Iqbal to 83: Here are some Bollywood films on cricket that bowled fans over

Bollywood and cricket have an old rishta. Before you catch '83' in cinemas this December, re-watch some iconic Bollywood films which dealt with India's favourite sport on celluloid.

((start with 83 trailer))
 Kabir Khan's sports drama '83' starring Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone is perhaps the best way to wrap up 2021. Fans get to relive that iconic World Cup winning moment from 1983, when Team India led by Kapil Dev made history.
 But Bollywood and cricket have an old rishta.&nbsp;Before you catch '83' in cinemas this December, re-watch some iconic Bollywood films which dealt with India's favourite sport, its challenges on celluloid.
 ((text plate with poster of film)) ((text Lagaan | 2001))
 Lagaan (2001)
 You can't watch a film on cricket and not watch 'Lagaan'. Directed by Ashutosh Gowarikar and starring Aamir Khan, 'Lagaan' put India on the global cinema map, making it to the Oscars shortlist in the Foreign Language category.&nbsp;
 ((dialogue: teen guna lagaan dena padega))
 ((courtesy will be YouTube / Ashutosh Gowarikar Productions))&nbsp;
 ((https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6_896OhnaQ))&nbsp;((time counter: 2.26 to 3.20))
The film is set in pre-Independence India when a bunch of villagers find a way to beat the British at their own game to avoid paying high taxes.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
((final scene when they win match, bhuvan takes catch))
 ((text plate with poster of film)) ((text Iqbal | 2005))
 Iqbal (2005)
 ((dialogue: iqbal ke kismat mein woh neela uniform likha hai))
 In Nagesh Kukunoor's film 'Iqbal', a young deaf boy, played by Shreyas Talpade wants to play cricket, but his father refuses to let him play. With help from his sister, they find a retired cricket player, played by Naseeruddin Shah to teach him how to play. Kukunoor bowled over fans with this one. He delivers a charming feel-good film, thanks to a charismatic cast, who win us over with their intense, poignant performances.&nbsp;
 ((breathe the song: ashayein....))
 ((text plate with poster of film)) ((text Patiala House | 2011))
 Patiala House (2011)
 Directed by Nikkhil Advani, Patiala House narrates the story of Gurtej Kahlon played by the late actor Rishi Kapoor.&nbsp; Akshay Kumar who plays Rishi's son Gattu, is a talented cricketer selected for England's national team, much to his father's unhappiness.
 ((breathe dialogue: mera beta england ke liye cricket nahi khelega))
 The film deals with diasporic cultural politics, generational strife, and the dilemmas of an Indian NRI community, staying away from home.
 ((breathe dialogue: jeet ke dikha do, tab jaake patiala house bauji ke saamne sarr utha ke apni zindagi maang sakta hai))
 ((text plate with poster of film)) ((text Kai Po Che | 2013))
 Kai Po Che! (2013)
 ((breathe song: roothe khwabon ko mana lenge....))
 In 2013 film, 'Kai Po Che', three best friends start a cricket academy. But, their ambitions are tested by tragedy and turmoil, in their personal lives and a society that is reeling under the aftermath of a communal riot. Directed by Abhishek Kapoor, the film stars Rajkummar Rao and Amit Sadh in key roles.
 ((breathe dialogue: last scene from trailer with sushant holding gun.....tere liye prasad laya hoon....))
 ((text plate with poster of film)) ((text MS Dhoni: The Untold Story | 2016))
&nbsp;
 M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)
 ((breathe fans saying ...Dhoni Dhoni....))
 Helmed by Neeraj Pandey, 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' is very special for fans. A biopic, it tells the inspiring story of cricketing icon MS Dhoni, who went to become India's Captain Cool. What's even better, is late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's portayal of Mahi. The film went on to become a huge success at the Box Office.
 ((breathe stadium shots....sushant in blue jersey))
&nbsp;
 ((text plate with poster of film)) ((text Azhar | 2016))
&nbsp;
 Azhar (2016)
 ((breathe: azhar ne apni team ko, desh ko, aur hazaron fans ko dhokha diya hai....))
 2016 film 'Azhar' looked at the dark underbelly of Cricket. A biopic, based on the life of former Indian skipper Mohammad Azharuddin, the film chronicled the infamous match-fixing scandal that rocked the cricketing world in 1999. From being one of the most celebrated cricket captains of India to being country's most controversial sportsman, Azhar showed the highs and lows of Azharuddin's life.
 ((breathe: logon ko pata chalna chahiye....ki India mein cricket ke naam par aur kya kya hota hai))
&nbsp;
 ((text plate with poster))&nbsp;((Jersey | 2021))
 ((show Jersey trailer))
 Bollywood's love story with Cricket doesn't end here. Fans will see Shahid Kapoor pick up the bat in upcoming sports drama 'Jersey', where a failed cricketer makes a comeback to the field to fulfil his kid's dream of buying a jersey. The film stars Mrunal Thakur &amp; Pankaj Kapoor in pivotal roles.
 ((text plate with poster))&nbsp;((Shabaash Mithu | 2021))
&nbsp;
((&nbsp;Shabaash Mithu posters))
&nbsp;
Fans will also see actor Taapsee Pannu in upcoming biopic 'Shabaash Mithu', where she&nbsp;essays the role of the Indian women&rsquo;s cricket team captain Mithali Raj. The film has been directed by Srijit Mukherji and is slated for a 2022 release.

Bollywood and cricket have an old rishta.&nbsp;Before you catch '83' in cinemas this December, re-watch some iconic Bollywood films which dealt with India's favourite sport, its challenges on celluloid.

Kabir Khan's sports drama '83' starring Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone is perhaps the best way to wrap up 2021. Fans get to relive that iconic World Cup winning moment from 1983, when Team India led by Kapil Dev made history.
But Bollywood and cricket have an old rishta.&nbsp;Before you catch '83' in cinemas this December, re-watch some iconic Bollywood films which dealt with India's favourite sport, its challenges on celluloid.
Lagaan (2001) You can't watch a film on cricket and not watch 'Lagaan'. Directed by Ashutosh Gowarikar and starring Aamir Khan, 'Lagaan' put India on the global cinema map, making it to the Oscars shortlist in the Foreign Language category. The film is set in pre-Independence India when a bunch of villagers find a way to beat the British at their own game to avoid paying high taxes.&nbsp;
Iqbal (2005) In Nagesh Kukunoor's film 'Iqbal', a young deaf boy, played by Shreyas Talpade wants to play cricket, but his father refuses to let him play. With help from his sister, they find a retired cricket player, played by Naseeruddin Shah to teach him how to play. Kukunoor bowled over fans with this one. He delivers a charming feel-good film, thanks to a charismatic cast, who win us over with their intense, poignant performances.&nbsp;
Patiala House (2011) Directed by Nikkhil Advani, Patiala House narrates the story of Gurtej Kahlon played by the late actor Rishi Kapoor.&nbsp; Akshay Kumar who plays Rishi's son Gattu, is a talented cricketer selected for England's national team, much to his father's unhappiness. The film deals with diasporic cultural politics, generational strife, and the dilemmas of an Indian NRI community, staying away from home.
Kai Po Che! (2013) In 2013 film, 'Kai Po Che', three best friends start a cricket academy. But, their ambitions are tested by tragedy and turmoil, in their personal lives and a society that is reeling under the aftermath of a communal riot. Directed by Abhishek Kapoor, the film stars Rajkummar Rao and Amit Sadh in key roles.
M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016) Helmed by Neeraj Pandey, 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' is very special for fans. A biopic, it tells the inspiring story of cricketing icon MS Dhoni, who went to become India's Captain Cool. What's even better, is late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's portayal of Mahi. The film went on to become a huge success at the Box Office.
Azhar (2016) 2016 film 'Azhar' looked at the dark underbelly of Cricket. A biopic, based on the life of former Indian skipper Mohammad Azharuddin, the film chronicled the infamous match-fixing scandal that rocked the cricketing world in 1999. From being one of the most celebrated cricket captains of India to being country's most controversial sportsman, Azhar showed the highs and lows of Azharuddin's life.
Bollywood's love story with Cricket doesn't end here. Fans will see Shahid Kapoor pick up the bat in upcoming sports drama 'Jersey', where a failed cricketer makes a comeback to the field to fulfil his kid's dream of buying a jersey. The film stars Mrunal Thakur &amp; Pankaj Kapoor in pivotal roles.
Fans will also see actor Taapsee Pannu in upcoming biopic 'Shabaash Mithu', where she&nbsp;essays the role of the Indian women&rsquo;s cricket team captain Mithali Raj. The film has been directed by Srijit Mukherji and is slated for a 2022 release.

Bollywood&nbsp;actor Shreyas&nbsp;Talpade&nbsp;who made it big with films like 'Iqbal', 'Golmaal'&nbsp;'Om Shanti&nbsp; Om' among others has opened up about being back-stabbed by Bollywood&nbsp;friends.&nbsp;
Speaking about it to leading daily, Shreyas&nbsp;said that he&nbsp;found out that there are certain actors who are insecure about sharing screen space with him and don&rsquo;t want him in a film.
Talking about 'fragile' egos in the film industry, he added in the industry, 90% of the people are just acquaintances, there are only 10% who actually feel happy when you do well.

Bollywood friends back-stabbed me: Shreyas Talpade

Shreyas Talpade&nbsp;opens up on being back stabbed by&nbsp;Bollywood friends
Actor: certain stars refused to work with him as they're insecure
'Only 10% of the people in Bollywood are genuine'
Egos are so fragile in Bollywood:&nbsp;Shreyas

Bollywood&nbsp;actor Shreyas&nbsp;Talpade&nbsp;who made it big with films like 'Iqbal', 'Golmaal'&nbsp;'Om Shanti&nbsp; Om' among others has opened up about being back-stabbed by Bollywood&nbsp;friends.&nbsp;
Speaking about it to leading daily, Shreyas&nbsp;said that he&nbsp;found out that there are certain actors who are insecure about sharing screen space with him and don&rsquo;t want him in a film.
He talked about the 'fragile' egos in the film industry and added&nbsp; 90% of the people are just acquaintances, while only 10% actually feel happy when you do well.

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