Biopics have become a popular genre in Bollywood, and audiences have shown a great interest in them over the years. These movies are based on the real-life stories of famous personalities and their struggles, achievements, and setbacks. In the coming months, several exciting biopics are set to release that are sure to captivate audiences with their intriguing narratives. Here are ten upcoming biopic movies in Bollywood that are worth keeping an eye on:
Ajay’s Maidaan to Kangana’s Emergency: 10 Upcoming Biopic Bollywood Movies In 2024 To Blow Your Mind
1. Main Atal Hoon
“Main Atal Hoon” is a compelling period drama spotlighting the life of India’s 10th Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Featuring Pankaj Tripathi, the movie directed by Ravi Jadhav hit the theaters on January 19, 2024.
2. Maidaan
In the upcoming biopic, Ajay Devgn will play the role of legendary football coach Syed Abdul Rahim, who is credited with taking the Indian football team to new heights in the 1950s and 1960s.
3. Chaava
Vicky Kaushal reunites with director Laxman Utekar for the historical drama “Chaava,” portraying Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Rashmika Mandanna joins the cast for this anticipated film, set to release on December 6, 2024. After watching Vicky Kaushal in biopics – Sam Bahadur and Sir Uddham – we have no doubt he will ace this one too.
4. Chakda ‘Xpress
Anushka Sharma is set to make a comeback in Prosit Ray’s Chakda ‘Xpress, a sports drama inspired by the life of veteran Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami, which will arrive on Netflix in 2024. Inspired by the journey of Jhulan Goswami, the movie captures how she moved up the ladder despite the problems created by misogynistic politics to fulfill her dream of playing cricket for India.
5. Emergency
No one can deny that Kangana’s Emergency is one of the highly anticipated Bollywood movies of the year. The movie is based on the life of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Not only Ranaut is playing the lead role of Indira Gandhi, but she is also producing the movie, which is based on the emergency period in India between 1975-1977. Along with Kangana Ranaut, the movie also features Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhry, Milind Soman, and Shreyas Talpade in significant roles. The movie is expected to release on June 14, 2024.
6. The Good Maharaja
Directed by Vikash Verma, the biopic stars Sanjay Dutt as the Maharaja Jam Sahib of Nawanagar, Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja, who saved several Polish children during World War II.
7. Abhinav Bindra Biopic
Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor brings Olympic Gold medalist Abhinav Bindra’s inspiring story to life in an untitled biopic based on Bindra’s autobiography. The film aims for a cinematic depiction while staying true to Bindra’s journey, eyeing a 2024 release.
8. Sourav Ganguly Biopic
The much-awaited biopic of Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian cricket team captain, is set to hit cinemas in 2024. With Ayushmann Khurrana in the lead role, the film promises to unveil untold stories from Ganguly’s life.
9. Ekkis
Agastya Nanda headlines Sriram Raghavan’s “Ekkis,” a film chronicling the life of war hero Arun Khetarpal from the 1971 war. Dharmendra joins the cast to portray Khetarpal’s father, adding depth to this promising biopic project.
10. Chandu Champion
Do you know Kartik Aaryan’s upcoming movie Chandu Champion is a biopic on a war hero and India’s first Paralympics gold medalist? The Kabir Khan directorial is one of the highly anticipated movies inspired by the life of a war veteran who survived nine bullet injuries. The movie is expected to release on 14th June, 2024.
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