From Eetha To Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story to Upcoming Hindi Biopics: Must-Watch Films You Can’t Miss

Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story is a biographical courtroom drama directed by Avinash Arun, set to release on August 7, 2026. The film stars Rajkummar Rao as renowned special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, and delves into his most significant legal battles, highlighting the intense psychological, political, and emotional pressures he faced during the historic prosecution of Ajmal Kasab. 

Eetha is an upcoming biographical drama directed by Laxman Utekar, scheduled to release on August 28, 2026. Starring Shraddha Kapoor, the film is based on the life of legendary Maharashtrian Lavani and Tamasha performer Vithabai Narayangaonkar. It beautifully portrays her journey through the highs and lows of folk theatre, highlighting her unwavering dedication, personal sacrifices, and a remarkable incident where she gave birth backstage and returned to perform on stage shortly after, showcasing her extraordinary commitment to her art. 

Sourav Ganguly, fondly known as “Dada,” is a legendary former captain of the Indian cricket team who was recently inducted into the prestigious ICC Hall of Fame, honoring his transformative impact on Indian cricket. His inspiring journey is now set to hit the big screen with the upcoming biopic Dada – The Sourav Ganguly Story, whose first-look poster recreates his iconic shirtless celebration at Lord’s after India’s 2002 NatWest Trophy win. The film stars Rajkummar Rao in the lead role and is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, with a worldwide theatrical release planned for May 14, 2027, over the extended Eid weekend. 

V Shantaram is an upcoming biographical drama written and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande, set to release on November 18, 2026. The film stars Siddhant Chaturvedi as the legendary filmmaker and social reformer V. Shantaram, with Tamannaah Bhatia portraying his second wife, actress Jayashree. It traces Shantaram Rajaram Vankudre’s remarkable journey and cinematic evolution, highlighting his lasting impact on Indian cinema and society. 

Maria IPS is an upcoming biographical action drama directed by Rohit Shetty, starring John Abraham as former Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria. Based on his autobiography Let Me Say It Now, the film chronicles his remarkable career in the Indian Police Service, highlighting his role in investigating major cases such as the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts, the 26/11 terror attacks, and the Sheena Bora murder case. 

White is an upcoming biographical drama directed by Siddharth Anand, based on the life of renowned spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The film stars Vikrant Massey in the lead role and traces his transformative journey, including the founding of the Art of Living Foundation in 1981. The project is slated for a 2026 release.