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Iconic Sports Films that Shaped Indian Cinema

Description: This quiz delves into the iconic sports films that have left an indelible mark on Indian cinema, capturing the spirit of sportsmanship, determination, and the pursuit of excellence.
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Which 2001 sports drama film, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, revolves around the life of legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Iqbal

  4. Sachin: A Billion Dreams


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sachin: A Billion Dreams is a 2017 biographical sports drama film directed by James Erskine, focusing on the life and career of Sachin Tendulkar.

In the 2007 sports drama film "Chak De! India," who portrayed the role of Kabir Khan, the coach of the Indian women's hockey team?

  1. Shah Rukh Khan

  2. Aamir Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Hrithik Roshan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shah Rukh Khan played the role of Kabir Khan, a former hockey player turned coach, in the 2007 film "Chak De! India."

Which 2013 biographical sports drama film tells the story of Milkha Singh, one of India's greatest track and field athletes?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Sultan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is a 2013 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Milkha Singh, an Indian track and field athlete.

In the 2016 biographical sports drama film "Dangal," who played the role of Mahavir Singh Phogat, the father and coach of Indian wrestlers Geeta and Babita Phogat?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Salman Khan

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aamir Khan portrayed the role of Mahavir Singh Phogat in the 2016 biographical sports drama film "Dangal."

Which 2014 biographical sports drama film revolves around the life and career of Indian boxer Mary Kom?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Sultan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mary Kom is a 2014 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Indian boxer Mary Kom, the first Indian woman boxer to win an Olympic medal.

In the 2016 sports drama film "Sultan," who played the role of Sultan Ali Khan, a former wrestling champion who returns to the sport after a long hiatus?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Aamir Khan

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Hrithik Roshan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salman Khan played the role of Sultan Ali Khan in the 2016 sports drama film "Sultan."

Which 2018 biographical sports drama film tells the story of Indian cricketer Mithali Raj, the captain of the Indian women's cricket team?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Shabaash Mithu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shabaash Mithu is a 2018 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Indian cricketer Mithali Raj.

In the 2019 sports drama film "Jersey," who played the role of Arjun Talwar, a former cricketer who returns to the sport to fulfill his son's dream?

  1. Shahid Kapoor

  2. Ranveer Singh

  3. Varun Dhawan

  4. Tiger Shroff


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shahid Kapoor played the role of Arjun Talwar in the 2019 sports drama film "Jersey."

Which 2021 biographical sports drama film tells the story of Indian sprinter Milkha Singh's participation in the 1960 Rome Olympics?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. 83

  3. Toofaan

  4. Saina


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

83 is a 2021 biographical sports drama film based on the Indian cricket team's victory at the 1983 Cricket World Cup.

In the 2022 sports drama film "Toofaan," who played the role of Aziz Ali, a boxer who rises from the slums to become a national champion?

  1. Farhan Akhtar

  2. Ranveer Singh

  3. Varun Dhawan

  4. Tiger Shroff


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Farhan Akhtar played the role of Aziz Ali in the 2022 sports drama film "Toofaan."

Which 2021 biographical sports drama film tells the story of Indian badminton player Saina Nehwal's rise to stardom?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Saina


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Saina is a 2021 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Indian badminton player Saina Nehwal.

In the 2022 sports drama film "Liger," who played the role of Liger, a mixed martial arts fighter with a speech impediment?

  1. Vijay Deverakonda

  2. Ranveer Singh

  3. Varun Dhawan

  4. Tiger Shroff


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijay Deverakonda played the role of Liger in the 2022 sports drama film "Liger."

Which 2023 biographical sports drama film tells the story of Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami, one of the greatest fast bowlers in women's cricket history?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Chakda 'Xpress


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chakda 'Xpress is a 2023 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami.

In the 2023 sports drama film "Maidaan," who played the role of Syed Abdul Rahim, the coach of the Indian football team that won the gold medal at the 1962 Asian Games?

  1. Ajay Devgn

  2. Ranveer Singh

  3. Varun Dhawan

  4. Tiger Shroff


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ajay Devgn played the role of Syed Abdul Rahim in the 2023 sports drama film "Maidaan."

Which 2023 biographical sports drama film tells the story of Indian wrestler Ritu Phogat, the daughter of Mahavir Singh Phogat and sister of Geeta and Babita Phogat?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Panga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Panga is a 2023 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Indian wrestler Ritu Phogat.

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