Top 10 Indian Movies On The Game Of Football

Football is a game that lives closely in our hearts. Indian football has started to witness an increase in audience. The very recent SAFF championship was evidence of the same. The Indian film industry has often tried to deliver some out-of-the-box films in this sports genre.

1. Sikandar

Sikandar portrayed the passion for football among pupils, a welcome change among the then-released Bollywood movies dealing with terror-driven themes. Released in 2009, this movie was directed by Piyush Jha Piyush Jha is from India, known for his film ‘Sika >> Read More... . Sikandar is a touching story of a teenage schoolboy, Sikandar Raza ( Parzan Dastur Parzan Dastur is a very famous actor and model in >> Read More... ), whose parents die at the hands of militants, and he ends up staying with his aunt and uncle, who are stationed in Kashmir. Sikandar has a deep passion for football, and he dreams to excel and become a champion in the sport. However, soon life takes a turn for him when he becomes part of a different and much dark journey.

2. Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal Click to look into! >> Read More...

This compendium of Indian films centred around football would not be comprehensive without including Vivek Agnihotri's creation, Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal. Acclaimed as one of the paramount sources of sports amusement in Bollywood, this 2007 sports saga featured the talents of John Abraham Like some of our sexy stars, John Abraham has had >> Read More... , Bipasha Basu Bipasha Basu, born in January 7,1979 in Delhi, is >> Read More... , Arshad Warsi Arshad Warsi is most popular for his role as Circu >> Read More... , and Boman Irani Boman Irani is a well known name today in the Boll >> Read More... , unfolding the tale of a football-adoring South Asian society located in the United Kingdom. Despite the film's apt cinematography and uplifting conclusion, it garnered merely satisfactory evaluations and achieved a moderate level of success at the box office. The musical score, orchestrated by Pritam and adorned with lyrics by Javed Akhtar Javed Akhtar is an Indian poet, lyricist, film scr >> Read More... , was met with profound acclaim.

3. Penalty

Penalty is an Indian film centred on the sport of football, which often goes unnoticed. The movie, skillfully directed by Shubham Singh Shubham Singh is an India-origin distinguished pro >> Read More... , presents the story of Lukram Smil Lukram Smil is an Indian actor and model who was b >> Read More... , a passionate football enthusiast originating from Manipur. Lukram, driven by the ambition to achieve greatness in football, decides to pursue his dreams at SRMU, an esteemed university renowned for nurturing top-tier footballers on an international scale. However, despite showcasing impressive football prowess, Lukram finds himself overshadowed by coach Vikram Singh's biased mindset (portrayed by Kay Kay Menon Kay Kay Menon or K.K. Menon or Krishan Kumar Menon >> Read More... ), who unfairly labels North-Eastern Indians as 'outsiders' unworthy of opportunities. Uncovering Lukram's arduous journey as he fights against this prejudice and endeavours to prove his exceptional talent adds to the film's allure and captivates the audience's attention.

4. Jhund

Jhund, an exciting addition to the lineup of football-focused movies in Bollywood, narrates the tale of Vijay Barse, who is revered as the pioneer behind Slum Soccer. Amitabh Bachchan Amitabh Bachchan was born on October 11, 1942 in A >> Read More... perfectly embodies the spirit of Vijay Barse, a devoted professor who wholeheartedly supports underprivileged children in establishing a football team and taking part in a tournament. Nagraj Manjule Nagraj Manjule is an Indian film director, writer, >> Read More... , the highly skilled director, helms this eagerly awaited film with the aim of kindling the passion for this splendid sport among ambitious rural youngsters. Football-themed movies often encounter obstacles. This can mainly be attributed to the fact that football fails to generate the same level of enthusiasm in the United States, the most prominent film market worldwide, as it does in other parts of the globe. Moreover, avid football fans tend to prefer investing their time in watching exhilarating matches rather than venturing out to cinemas.

5. Bend It Like Beckham

Gurinder Chadha Born on January 10, 1960, Gurinder Chadha is a fam >> Read More... expertly helmed the 2002 film 'Bend it Like Beckham', featuring the remarkable Parminder Nagra Parminder Nagra is a British born-Indian origin ac >> Read More... , the talented Keira Knightley She’s considered to be a diverse actress that hit >> Read More... , and the esteemed Anupam Kher Anupam Kher is a very popular actor, director, and >> Read More... . This exceptional cinematic tale revolves around the ardent passion a young Indian lady harbours for soccer and her relentless efforts to sway her traditionalist household into granting her the opportunity to relentlessly pursue her aspirations of becoming a distinguished football athlete.

6. Hip Hip Hooray

'Hip hip Hooray!' is a splendid flick from 1984, helmed by the renowned Prakash Jha Prakash Jha, a director, film producer and screenw >> Read More... . This masterpiece weaves a captivating tale of an ingenious computer engineer who courageously embarks on a short-term profession as a sports guru at an educational institution that had formerly neglected the importance of athletic pursuits. Unbeknownst to many, the students were once engrossed in acts of rebellion during their leisure hours. Guided by the new mentor's unwavering spirit, the school galvanizes towards an extraordinary triumph in the realm of football, etching its name in the annals of history.

7. 1911

In the movie 1911, John Abraham, a self-proclaimed football enthusiast, will grace the silver screen in a film centred around the beloved sport. The distinguished actor shall embody the character of Sibdas Bhaduri, a footballer, bringing his essence to life. Moreover, John Abraham will undertake the role of a producer for this cinematic masterpiece, while the esteemed Shoojit Sircar Shoojit Sircar is an Indian film producer and dire >> Read More... will don the hat of a director. Within the realm of football, John Abraham's commitment and obsession run deep, ingrained in his very DNA through his zealous fervour rather than mere coincidence. With immense delight, he expresses his elation at the prospect of crafting a film that pays homage to such a legendary figure in the world of football. This extraordinary motion picture shall weave together a narrative of triumphant victories, unyielding resilience, and the pursuit of liberation, constituting a story that is truly exceptional and momentous.

8. Messi

Prosun, who lacks competence, uncovers prospects for his exceptionally talented sibling, Chotu, who exhibits remarkable abilities in the realm of football. Adorned in the iconic soccer jersey of Lionel Messi, Chotu becomes a fountainhead of immense satisfaction for his kin, particularly his father, a former coach of the sport. Unfortunately, Chotu's dreams are impeded by a grave injury, leading Prosun to embark on a daunting expedition against insurmountable odds. Will Prosun triumphantly fill the void created by his brother's absence? Unveil the resolution to this enthralling narrative by immersing yourself in the grandeur of the silver screen.

9. Bigil

In the exhilarating year of 2019, the renowned Thalapathy Vijay took the lead in a thrilling sports-centric film ingeniously crafted by the talented Atlee. This cinematic masterpiece revolves around the captivating tale of Michael Rayyapan, affectionately known as Bigil (portrayed by the remarkable Thalapathy Vijay). Once a prodigious football player, Bigil's path takes an unexpected turn as he delves into the world of gangsters. Nevertheless, his destiny beckons him to embark on a transformational journey, wherein he undertakes the role of a coach for a women's football team, driven by the unfortunate assault on their previous coach. The crux of this extraordinary narrative lies in Bigil's indomitable spirit, which serves as a beacon of inspiration for all. However, his tumultuous past inhibits his team from wholeheartedly placing their faith in him. On top of that, Bigil finds himself relentlessly pursued by vengeful rivals, further entangling him in a web of trials and tribulations.

10. Maidaan Click to look into! >> Read More...

Maidaan recounts the genuine athletic occurrences that transport us to the glorious period of Indian soccer (1952–1962). In this era, the indomitable coach Syed Abdul Rahim (brought to life by the talented Ajay Devgn) devotes himself to training and equipping a formidable soccer team, defying the odds every step of the way, ultimately emerging as champions in a prestigious tournament. With Amit Sharma at the helm and boasting a stellar cast, including Ajay Devgn, Priyamani, Gajraj Rao Gajraj Rao is an Indian actor and filmmaker. He ma >> Read More... , and Rudranil Ghosh Rudranil Ghosh was born on 6th January in the year >> Read More... , this highly anticipated film is slated for release in 2023. It is poised to secure its place among the finest football-themed offerings in Bollywood's historical tapestry.