Sports has always had a strong connection to Bollywood, and as such, here is a compilation of the Top Sports Movies in India These films include inspiring stories and some of the greatest sporting moments.

Released in 2013, "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" is a biopic directed by Rakesh Omprakash Mehra. The film features a cast including Farhan Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor, Japtej Singh, Yograj Singh, Divya Dutta, Prakash Raj, and others. It tells the story of Milkha Singh, an Indian athlete who faced the tragedy of losing his family during the partition. Despite this, he joined the Army and eventually became an athlete, earning the title of "Flying Sikh" from President General Ayub Khan.

 The movie "Chak De India" released in 2008 features Shah Rukh Khan, Vidya Malavade, Sagarika Ghatge, Chitrashi Rawat, Anjan Srivastav, and Vivan Bhatena. Directed by Shimit Amin, the film revolves around the story of Kabir Khan, a former hockey player who was accused of betraying his country. However, he redeems himself by coaching the Indian National Women's Hockey Team and proving his loyalty to his nation.

3 The film 'Lagaan' features a star-studded cast including Amir Khan, Gracy Singh, Rochel Shelly, Paul Blackhorne, Raghuveer Yadav, Yashpal Sharma, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, and others. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the movie revolves around the idea of the underdogs rising to become heroes. It showcases a cricket match between the villagers and the Britishers, where a win would grant them freedom from taxes for the next three years.

The movie 'Sultan' features a star-studded cast including Salman Khan, Anushka Sharma, Randeep Hooda, Amit Sadh, Kumud Mishra, and others. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the story is set in Rewari, Haryana, where a lazy man falls in love with a girl and gets married. However, he returns to wrestling to regain his respect and earn money. As expected from a Salman Khan movie, 'Sultan' is packed with action and entertainment.

 The film "Dangal" features a talented cast including Amir Khan, Fatima Sena Sheikh, Sanya Malhotra, Sakshi Tanwar, Aparshakti Khurrana, and others. Directed by Nitish Tiwari, this biographical drama portrays the life of Mahaveer Phogat and his daughters' journey to becoming wrestlers, as well as their preparation for the Commonwealth Games. In addition to being a sports drama, the movie also sheds light on the prevalent social issue of gender discrimination in society.

The film "Soorma" features a talented cast including Diljit Dosanjh, Taapsee Pannu, Angad Bedi, Satish Kaushik, and others. Directed by Shaad Ali, this biographical drama tells the inspiring story of Sandeep Singh, a former hockey player who faced a life-altering accident that left him handicapped. The film showcases his remarkable journey of recovery and his triumphant comeback to the hockey field. Sandeep Singh's exceptional drag flicks earned him the nickname "Flicker Singh," and in 2010, he was honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award.

 7 The film "Jersey" features a talented cast including Shahid Kapoor, Mrunal Thakur, Pankaj Kapoor, and others. Directed by Gautham Naidu Tinnamuri, the movie is an adaptation of a Telugu film of the same name. The story revolves around the relationship between a father and son, with the son desiring an Indian cricket team Jersey worth Rs 500. The film explores how the father goes to great lengths to fulfill his son's wish, making it the central theme of the movie.

8 The movie 'Jhund' features Amitabh Bachchan, Sayli Pati, Akash Gedam, Rinku Rajguru, and others, directed by Nagraj Manjule. The plot revolves around Ravi Barse, who utilizes football as a means to transform the lives of underprivileged children in the slums. He forms a team to participate in a tournament. The standout aspect of the film was Amitabh Bachchan's exceptional performance.

The film "Paan Singh Tomar" features a talented cast including Irfan Khan, Mahi Gill, Nawazuddin Siddiqi, Ranveer Shorey, and others. Directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, the movie portrays the true story of Paan Singh Tomar, an Indian athlete who tragically transformed into a criminal and ultimately met his demise at the hands of the police.

10 The film titled "MS Dhoni – An Untold Story" features a star-studded cast including Sushant Singh Rajput, Disha Patani, Kiara Advani, Anupam Kher, and others. Directed by Neeraj Pandey, the movie is a biopic based on the life of Indian cricketer Mahender Singh Dhoni. It showcases the complete journey of a small-town boy from Ranchi who started his career as a Ticket collector in the railways and eventually made his way into cricket, leading India to win the World Cup after a gap of 28 years.

11 The film "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar" features a talented cast including Amir Khan, Ayesha Jhulka, Mamik Singh, Deepak Tijori, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Pooja Bedi, and others. Directed by Nasir Hussain, the movie presents a collage of emotions such as drama, comedy, and more, all centered around the game of cycling.

  12 The movie "Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar" featured a talented cast including Amir Khan, Ayesha Jhulka, Mamik Singh, Deepak Tijori, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Pooja Bedi, and others. Directed by Nasir Hussain, the film presented a collage drama that revolved around the game of cycling. It skillfully combined various emotions such as drama, comedy, and more, creating a captivating cinematic experience.

 13 The movie 'Saand Ki Aankh features a talented cast including Tapseee Pannu, Bhumi Pednakar, Prakash Jha, and others. Directed by Tushar Hiranandani, the film is based on the inspiring true story of Prakashi and Chandro Tomar. The movie showcases how these two women defied societal norms and their families to pursue their passion for shooting. They went on to win medals and became popularly known as Shooter Dadi's. The film is a tribute to their indomitable spirit and determination to break barriers and achieve their dreams.

 14 Tulsidas Junior is a captivating film featuring an exceptional cast including Sanjay Dutt, Varun Buddhadev, Rajeev Kapoor, Sara Arjun, Chinmai Chandrasuh, Tanveer Kamil, Dilip Tahil, and others. Under the skillful direction of Mridul Mahandera, the movie tells the story of a determined son who embarks on a journey to become a snooker player. This decision is driven by his father's heartbreaking loss in the 1994 snooker club championship. Through compelling storytelling and powerful performances, Tulsidas Junior explores themes of ambition, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams.

15 The film showcases the remarkable journey of Team India in their pursuit to win the cricket World Cup in 1983, led by the captaincy of Kapil Dev. It highlights the determination and resilience of the team as they strive to achieve the seemingly impossible feat. The cast includes renowned actors such as Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Pankaj Tripathi, Kapil Dev himself, Hardy Sandhu, and others. Directed by Kabir Khan, the movie delves into the challenges faced by the team and the inspiring story of how they managed to turn the tables and emerge victorious.

16 In the film Gold, directed by Reema Kagti, the story is set in the Pre-Independence era. It revolves around the Indian hockey team's journey to win their first Olympic medal under British rule. The film showcases the remarkable performance of Akshaya Kumar, who portrays the character of Tapan Das, a Bengali coach. His portrayal of the character is commendable and adds depth to the narrative.

 17 The movie 'Apne' features a star-studded cast including Dharmendra, Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Kiran Kher, Shilpa Shetty, Katrina Kaif, and others. Directed by Anil Sharma, the film revolves around an emotional family drama where the game of boxing creates a rift between a father and his son. Despite their love for each other, their differences threaten to tear them apart, making for a compelling and heart-wrenching story.

The film "Azhar" revolves around the life of Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin, who faced a 12-year ban from cricket due to his involvement in a match-fixing scandal. Starring Emraan Hashmi, Prachi Desai, Virender Saxena, and others, the movie is directed by Tony D. Suza. It delves into the controversial aspects of Azharuddin's life and provides an insight into the world of cricket and its dark underbelly. For those interested in Bollywood comedies, it is also recommended to check out  Some Must-Watch Comedies From Bollywood  

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