A sportsperson garners immense respect and honour for their unwavering spirit and exceptional talent after winning a medal in sports events like the Olympics, for their country. Some famous Indian Olympic medalists include Saina Nehwal, Abhinav Bindra, Milkha Singh, Karnam Malleswari, KD Jadhav, Neeraj Chopra, and Mary Kom.
Amid the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, check out these movies and audiobooks based on the lives of famous Indian Olympic medalists to get inspired by their grit and determination.
Steer through the inspiring journey of the badminton sensation Saina Nehwal through ‘Playing To Win’. She narrates stories of her childhood, relationships, and the sacrifices that helped her reach her milestones. Apart from the anecdotes she also delves into professional tips that may help you build an unshakable spirit and achieve your dreams.
Platform: Audible
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‘A Shot at History’ is Abhinav Bindra’s autobiography where he gets candid about his journey from being a perfectionist athlete to becoming an Olympic gold medalist. The former shooter revealed his persistence which made him wake up at 3 am for practice to try out unusual experiments. His story is an inspiration for all those aspiring to run after their dreams. He also spoke about his undying spirit for improvement after a near-miss in the 2004 Athens Olympics.
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Platform: Audible
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Starring Priyanka Chopra, the biographical movie explores the raw and untamed life of boxing sensation Mary Kom. The movie journeys us through Mary’s struggle in a curfew-ridden Imphal and her unwavering passion for boxing despite her father’s disapproval. The movie creatively crafts her anguishing life into a film that portrays not only her professional feats but also her emotional development.
OTT Platform: Netflix
‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ is a tragic tale of the Flying Sikh, Milkha Singh, embodied by Farhan Akhtar. After the trauma-driven childhood experiences and the horrors of the 1947 partition, an orphaned Milkha is raised by his sister and her husband. Following his days as an Army soldier, he goes on to get recognised for his speed becoming one of the fastest sprinters worldwide.
OTT Platform: Hotstar
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