Cricket World Cup 2023: 9 Bollywood Movies On Cricket, Indian Cricketers To Watch During World Cup

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Cricket World Cup 2023: 9 Movies On Cricket: In India, the one thing that connects all souls is the fever of cricket and their love for cricketers. What makes it more interesting is exploring this sport through the lens, especially movies that not only explore cricket but the complex human relationships that are associated with this sport and how cricket cuts across people of all age groups and lives in general.

Whether you are a cricket fan or not, there is no denying that we all love this sport or watching anything or anyone associated with it. Well, Cricket World Cup 2023 has already begun and so we have listed 9 inspiring movies that were made on cricket so that you can have a blast while watching it with your family and friends while the cricket fever is at its peak.

1. Lagaan (2001): This epic sports drama is directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and is set during the British colonial era in India. The film tells the story of a group of villagers who challenge the British rulers to a cricket match to avoid paying taxes or Lagaan. Aamir Khan plays the lead role of Bhuvan, who becomes the cricket team's captain.

2. Iqbal (2005): This is a beautiful movie about the deaf and mute son of a farmer, who has an immense passion for cricket and seeks the tutelage of a washed-up, alcoholic ex-player. The film stars Shreyas Talpade aka Iqbal, who seeks the tutelage of a washed-up and alcoholic ex cricket player.

3. Dil Bole Hadippa! (2009): A romantic comedy, this film directed by Anurag Singh features cricket as its central theme. Rani Mukerji plays the lead role of a girl who disguises herself as a male cricketer to join a men's cricket team. The film combines elements of cricket, comedy, and romance.

4. Kai Po Che! (2013): This film is based on Chetan Bhagat's novel "The 3 Mistakes of My Life," and it is directed by Abhishek Kapoor and follows the lives of three friends who bond over their shared passion for cricket. The movie explores their dreams and aspirations against the backdrop of cricket and societal challenges.

5. M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016): Directed by Neeraj Pandey, this biographical film portrays the life and career of former Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The movie stars Late Sushant Singh Rajput delivered a stellar performance as Dhoni, chronicling his journey from a small-town boy to one of India's most successful cricket captains.

6. Azhar (2016): This is a biographical drama directed by Tony D'Souza, and it is based on the life of former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin. Emraan Hashmi plays the titular role, and the film explores Azharuddin's cricketing achievements and the controversies surrounding his career.

7. Sachin - A Billion Dreams (2017): This is more than a movie, it is an emotional feeling! A tale of a small boy with big dreams and his journey to becoming the God of Cricket and the most celebrated sportsperson in his country. This beautiful film is not about winning on a global scale, but it is about earning respect.

8. 83 (2021): This film is about chronicling and encapsulating the historic 1983 Cricket World Cup, where thirteen underdogs led by Former Cricket Captain of India Kapil Dev fought and won against all odds to put India on the map and bring home the country's first-ever World Cup title. The film features Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone.

9. Shabaash Mithu (2022)
This is a biographical sports drama film directed by Srijit Mukherji and is based on the life of former Test and ODI captain of the India women's national cricket team, Mithali Raj, stars Taapsee Pannu in a powerful role. It chronicles the ups and downs, struggles, social hurdles, and moments of glory of Mithali's life.