8 Upcoming Biopics To Look Forward To In Bollywood

Audiences are always looking for stories that leave them inspired and informed about the success stories and fortitude shown by some of the greatest role figures in the world. Although in films, most of the films in the biopics genre are dramatized for mass acceptance and visual appeal – there are still the stories of utmost resilience and inspiration that entertain the audience thoroughly. Over the years there have been plenty of biopics like Dangal, Mary Kom, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag – which have not only wrecked a storm at the box office but have also brought the story of an admirable personality to live on the silver screen. Carrying forward with that trend, there are a plethora of biopics lined up that are going to go on floors very soon, scroll down below to have a look at the list.

1. Upcoming Biopic - Alia Bhatt In Gangubai Kathiawadi

This film has been in the news for the longest time. Not only is the excitement about seeing another Sanjay Leela Bhansali magnum opus create magic on the big screen, but it is also the very first collaboration of the extremely versatile Alia Bhatt and the veteran director that has kept their fans on toes. Details about the male lead of the film are still being kept under wraps. Alia Bhatt has gone under extensive training to learn Hindi and Marathi cuss words as she will be essaying the role of a brothel owner. This biographical drama is an adaptation of the book Mafia Queens of Mumbai by Hussain Zaidi. The movie is scheduled to release sometime in the second half of this year.

2. Upcoming Biopic - Vicky Kaushal In Sardar Udham Singh

One of the biopics that the actor has been signed for is to portray the character of the revolutionary – Udham Singh who had an imperative role to play in the assassination of Sir Michael O' Dwyer. He was the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, British India between 1913 and 1919 and endorsed Colonel Reginald Dyer's action at Jallianwala Bagh, making it clear that he felt Dyer's orders to shoot at the crowds was correct. Udham Singh vowed to avenge the loss of life and 21 years later managed to kill O’Dwyer in London. Vicky Kaushal’s looks for the film was released last year and has left quite a stupendous impression. The film has been shot extensively across London, Russia, parts of Germany, Ireland, and India too.

3. Upcoming Biopic - Kangana Ranaut In Thalaivi

Kangana Ranaut has always thrived to break the glass ceiling and do roles that stay with you long after the film has concluded. One of the most anticipated biopics this year is Thalaivi. Kangana plays the titular role in this film and it is based on the life of the politician and actor J Jayalalithaa. Kangana seems to have gotten into the skin of the character to assure its authentic portrayal. She was also heard talking about how she finds certain similarities with the character she is playing.

4. Upcoming Biopic - Parineeti Chopra In the Saina Nehwal Biopic

All of Parineeti Chopra’s recent film announcements have left us wanting to see her the soonest on the big screen. The Saina Nehwal biopic is one of the most anticipated biopics of the year. Previously the titular role was supposed to be played by Shraddha Kapoor, but she had to step out midway because of date issues. Now all eyes are on Parineeti as she embodies the role of this world-class badminton player – Saina Nehwal which is an Amole Gupte directorial. Parineeti has been sharing a lot of snippets all this while of her badminton practice sessions to bring maximum authenticity to her role. This one is going to be the ultimate comeback of the young actress.

4. Upcoming Biopic -Ishaan Khatter In Pippa

Though young and a newbie, Ishaan Khatter has proved his mettle with each film. Ishaan Khatter is all set to play the lead role in the biopic depicting the life of the war hero Brigadier Balram Singh Mehta. The storyline will be a book adaptation that narrates the story of this revolutionary who fought against Pakistan in the iconic war of 1971. It will be helmed by Raja Krishna Menon of Airlift fame so one can only expect a gripping story to unfold on the big screen. Some big producers like Siddharth Roy Kapur and Ronnie Screwvala have joined hands for this big venture and we can hardly contain our eagerness.

5. Upcoming Biopic -Taapsee Pannu In Shabaash Mithu

This is not the first time that Taapsee Pannu will be a part of a biopic. She has given us one of her career-best performances in Saand Ki Aankh along with the extremely talented Bhumi Pednekar. However, this film is even more special as she will be essaying the role of the highly respected Mithali Raj – the captain of the Indian women’s cricket team. She has brought unfailing pride to the country and Taapsee is all set to bring her story live on the silver screen. This Rahul Dholakia directorial is slated to release soon this year.

6. Upcoming Biopic -Vicky Kaushal As Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw

This film had created a buzz as soon as Vicky Kaushal had released a few pictures of his look in the film last year. It is going to be a Meghna Gulzar directorial with whom Vicky Kaushal has worked previously in Raazi which went on to become a blockbuster. Vicky Kaushal seemed to have slipped into the role of the military leader effortlessly. The narrative of the film is very interesting as it will be depicting some of the most important events from history such as the taking over of Kashmir, the 1971 Indo-Pak war, and also the Partition.

7. Upcoming Biopic - Ajay Devgn In Maidaan

Ajay Devgn is one of the finest actors in the industry today. Each of his films promises to deliver the best and it does. His last historical period drama Tanhaji was a mega-blockbuster. He is soon going to be seen in a sports biopic titled Maidaan. He will be essaying the role of the football coach Syed Abdul Rahim who had an important role to play in the golden era of football which lasted between the years 1952–62. The poster of the film already looks intriguing and it is one of the big-budget biopics that we are eagerly waiting for to get released in the theatres this year.