7 Hindi Films Inspired By True Events

Saurav Gupta

Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran (2018) - ZEE5

A historical action drama recounting India's covert nuclear tests in Pokhran in 1998, showcasing the resilience of the Indian Army amidst challenges.

Special 26 (2013) - Apple TV+

A gripping crime thriller based on the audacious heists of con artists posing as CBI officers in 1987, targeting prominent figures and looting their black money.

Airlift (2016) - N/A

A historical drama chronicling the largest civilian evacuation during the Gulf War in 1990, rescuing over 170,000 stranded Indians from Kuwait amidst the Iraqi invasion.

Sarbjit (2016) - YouTube Rent

A powerful biographical drama portraying the wrongful imprisonment of Sarabjit Singh in Pakistan for over two decades on charges of espionage and terrorism.

Talvar (2015) - Disney+ Hotstar

A riveting crime drama exploring the notorious Noida double murder case of 2008, offering a nuanced perspective on the investigation's complexities.

Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022) - Netflix

Unveiling the tumultuous life of Gangubai Kathiawadi, a historical figure who rose to power in Mumbai's underworld after facing deception and coercion into the sex trade.

Omerta (2018) - ZEE5

A chilling biographical crime drama delving into the life of Omar Saeed Sheikh, showcasing his radicalization, involvement in terrorism, and subsequent arrests and convictions across different countries.