Bollywood's 2016 Blockbusters: A Look Back at Dangal, Sultan, and More

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News18•20-01-2026, 19:00
Bollywood's 2016 Blockbusters: A Look Back at Dangal, Sultan, and More
- •Dangal, a sports biographical drama about Mahavir Singh Phogat and his daughters, became the year's top grosser and one of the highest-grossing Indian films ever.
- •Sultan, starring Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma, depicted a Haryana-based wrestler's journey through personal and professional challenges.
- •Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, directed by Karan Johar, explored themes of unrequited love and emotional dependency with Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
- •Fan featured Shah Rukh Khan in a double role, delving into fame, identity, and celebrity obsession.
- •M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story chronicled Mahendra Singh Dhoni's rise from a ticket collector to India's successful cricket captain.
Why It Matters: 2016 was a strong year for Bollywood, with diverse blockbusters ranging from biopics to thrillers.
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