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Introduction
Bollywood is not just about entertainment; it also brings real-life stories to the big screen. Several blockbuster movies are based on history, crime, politics, sports, and inspiring real-life events that have left a lasting impact.
In this blog, we’ll explore the Top 10 most successful Bollywood movies that are based on true events and have made a significant impact at the box office!
1. Gangs of Wasseypur (2012)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
🎬 Director: Anurag Kashyap
📜 Based on: The real-life gang wars of Wasseypur, Jharkhand
This film is a cult classic that showcases the brutal world of coal mafia and political corruption in Wasseypur. With stellar performances by Manoj Bajpayee and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, the film has gained a massive fan following.
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2. Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
🎬 Director: Aditya Dhar
📜 Based on: 2016 Indian Army’s Surgical Strike against Pakistan
This action-packed thriller, starring Vicky Kaushal, is based on the Indian Army’s 2016 surgical strike in response to the deadly Uri attack.
🗣 Famous Dialogue: “How’s the Josh?”
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3. The Kashmir Files (2022)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.3/10
🎬 Director: Vivek Agnihotri
📜 Based on: 1990 Kashmiri Pandit Exodus
A highly controversial film, The Kashmir Files sheds light on the genocide and exodus of Kashmiri Pandits in 1990.
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4. Kesari (2019)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
🎬 Director: Anurag Singh
📜 Based on: 1897 Battle of Saragarhi
A thrilling war drama starring Akshay Kumar, this film narrates the heroic tale of 21 Sikh soldiers who fought 10,000 Afghan invaders.
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5. Raazi (2018)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
🎬 Director: Meghna Gulzar
📜 Based on: The real-life story of Indian spy Sehmat Khan
Alia Bhatt plays an Indian RAW agent who marries a Pakistani military officer to spy for India. This gripping espionage thriller is based on a true story.
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6. Airlift (2016)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.0/10
🎬 Director: Raja Krishna Menon
📜 Based on: 1990 Gulf War evacuation of Indians from Kuwait
This inspiring film, starring Akshay Kumar, is based on the world’s largest civilian evacuation, where 1,70,000 Indians were rescued from war-torn Kuwait.
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7. Black Friday (2007)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.5/10
🎬 Director: Anurag Kashyap
📜 Based on: 1993 Bombay Blasts
A raw and intense film about the Mumbai serial bomb blasts of 1993, this crime-thriller showcases the underworld and political connections involved in the tragedy.
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8. No One Killed Jessica (2011)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 7.2/10
🎬 Director: Raj Kumar Gupta
📜 Based on: Jessica Lal Murder Case
This crime-drama, starring Rani Mukerji and Vidya Balan, is based on the real-life Jessica Lal murder case, which exposed corruption in India’s justice system.
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9. Special 26 (2013)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.0/10
🎬 Director: Neeraj Pandey
📜 Based on: 1987 Opera House Heist
A heist thriller based on a real-life conman gang that posed as CBI officers and conducted fake raids on politicians and businessmen.
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10. MS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)
⭐ IMDB Rating: 8.0/10
🎬 Director: Neeraj Pandey
📜 Based on: The life of MS Dhoni
A biopic on legendary cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, played by the late Sushant Singh Rajput, which showcases his struggles and journey to success.
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Conclusion
These Bollywood masterpieces bring real-life stories to the big screen in a powerful way. From Gangs of Wasseypur to MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, each movie delivers an engaging, inspiring, and thrilling experience.
