Sanju, Dangal, Neerja: Bollywood tryst with biopics in recent times

Its a tremendous biopic drama by Rakesh O.P Mehra that doesn't unnecessarily glorify its subject. The biopic titled 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' features actor Farhan Akhtar in the lead role as 'Flying Sikh Milkha Singh', who loses his family in the India-Pakistan partition to rise as a sprinter who represents India at several international sports events and wins several medals for the country.

When a biopic is made, realism is one of the things which is high on priority. The main reason why 'Mary Kom' appealed to the audience was because it not only gave you a ringside view of boxing, it left you rooting for our sportsmen who have put India on the world map. Priyanka Chopra gave a remarkable performance as the famed boxer.

'Neerja' based on slain air-hostess Neerja Bhanot's life turned out to be an inspiration for the people, especially the youth, who were largely unaware of her brave act. One of the finest biopics made in Bollywood in recent times, the film showcased a heartfelt, intricate performance from Sonam Kapoor as Neerja. The biopic tells the story of Neerja Bhanot gave up her life, two days before she would have turned 23, to save travellers during a terrorist-hijack of a Pan-Am flight at Karachi international airport in Pakistan on September 5, 1986.

'Dangal' is a rightly done sports drama inspired from a real story of world class wrestlers Babita and Geeta Phogat and their father's undying dedication to the sport is a bonifide blockbuster. Amir Khan starrer film earned Rs 301.5 crore at the box office. Its a must watch film with an incredible script and powerhouse performances from the lead actors. Since it was such an effective film, it is being now considered for a tv remake too.

In 2016, 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' was lapped up by the audience and went on to hit a double century at the box office. The lead actor Sushant Singh Rajput brought the "Untold Story" of former captain of the Indian cricket team on the big screen . The film earned over Rs 200 crore.

'Sanju' is a 2018 Indian biopic directed by Rajkumar Hirani with Ranbir Kapoor in the lead . This is the first time that a biopic has been made on a person hailing from Bollywood and has already broken several records including one of registering the highest opening of the weekend collection at the box office this year with Rs 120.06 crore. While the film is running to packed houses many feel the film is more like a PR excercise to improve Sanjay Dutt's image.