Dangal

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  • NR
  • 2016
  • 2 hr 49 min
  • 8.3  (208,146)

Dangal is a biographical movie from 2016 directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and Siddharth Roy Kapur. The film stars Aamir Khan as Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former amateur wrestler, who trains two of his daughters, Geeta and Babita, to follow in his footsteps and become successful wrestlers. The movie begins in a small village in Haryana, where Mahavir Singh Phogat dreams of winning a gold medal for India in wrestling. However, his dream is shattered when he is forced to give up wrestling to support his family. Years later, after the birth of his fourth daughter, Mahavir begins to see his dream reignited as he begins to train his daughters in wrestling.

Despite all odds, Mahavir succeeds in training his daughters, and Geeta and Babita go on to become successful wrestlers. The movie tells the story of the struggles and the determination of Mahavir and his daughters as they overcome the obstacles of gender discrimination and societal norms.

One of the most notable aspects of the movie is the performance of Aamir Khan, who not only stars in the movie but also co-produced it. His portrayal of Mahavir Singh Phogat is convincing, and he manages to bring out the struggles and the determination of his character.

Sakshi Tanwar, who plays the role of Mahavir's wife, Daya Shobha Kaur, also delivers a good performance. She brings out the strength and the compassion of her character, who stands beside her husband in his dream to train their daughters in wrestling.

Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra, who play the roles of Geeta and Babita respectively, also put up a good show. Their performances are natural and convincing, and they manage to portray the struggles and the determination of their characters.

The movie also features some good action sequences, which are well choreographed and executed. The wrestling sequences are particularly impressive, and they manage to keep the audience engaged and entertained.

Apart from the performances and the action sequences, the movie also touches upon some important social issues. It sheds light on the discrimination faced by girls in a patriarchal society and the challenges faced by women in pursuing their dreams.

Overall, Dangal is a great movie that manages to entertain and inspire at the same time. The story is engaging, the performances are great, and the action sequences are impressive. The movie manages to deliver a powerful message without being preachy or melodramatic. It is a must-watch for anyone who loves sports movies and inspiring stories.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2016
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    2 hr 49 min
  • Language
    Hindi
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (208,146)