Jul 14, 2025
8 OTT films that are based on true stories
Entertainment DeskAmar Singh Chamkila (Netflix)
Starring Dilji Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, this movie is based on the life of Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila.
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Srikanth (Netflix)
This Rajkumar Rao-starrer features the life of Srikanth Bolla, a visually-impaired industrialist and the founder of Bollant Industries. It also co-stars Jyothika, Alaya F and Sharad Kelkar.
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Maharaj (Netflix)
Based on the Maharaj Libel Case of 1862 and Saurabh Shah's novel about the case, this film faced controversies, claiming it could incite violence against followers of Pushtimarga Sampradaya sect.
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Shabaash Mithu (Netflix)
This Taapsee Pannu-starrer is based on the ups and downs in the life of former ODI captain of the India Women's National cricket team, Mithali Raj.
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The Kerala Story (ZEE5)
The film is inspired by alleged events and claims to depict conversions and radicalization. It faced major controversies and criticism for promoting a misleading narrative.
The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind (Netflix)
Starred and directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor in his feature directorial debut, this film is based on the memoir of the same name by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer.
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Oppenheimer (Netflix)
Based on the 2005 biography American Prometheus by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, this film follows the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the American theoretical physicist who helped develop the first atomic bomb, directed by Christopher Nolan.
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Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai (ZEE5)
This Manoj Bajpayee starrer is based on real-life rape case against Asaram Baapu.
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