– Director: Sujoy Ghosh
– Director: Shujaat Saudagar
Centered on the true story of wrestlers Geeta and Babita Phogat, it exemplified the year's trend of blending high-stakes entertainment with social narratives like women's empowerment. Top Grossing Movies of 2016
It earned over ₹2,160 crore (approx. $330 million), making it the highest-grossing Indian film globally. Cultural Resonance: