GOLD (2018)

Gold (2018) — Drama / History / Sport Set in the turbulent days around India’s independence, Gold follows Tapan Das, a determined hockey manager who refuses to let politics steal his dream: to see India win its first Olympic gold as a free nation. When news of the 1948 Olympics reaches him, Tapan assembles and trains a team from scratch, only to have the painful reality of Partition tear teammates and the country apart. Watching Gold you’ll experience a blend of sports adrenaline and historical drama: gritty training sequences and tense, fast-paced hockey matches sit alongside scenes of political upheaval, personal sacrifice and heartbreak. The film emphasizes camaraderie, resilience and the redemptive power of a unifying national goal, building toward an emotional, triumphant climax as the re-formed team competes on the world stage. Expect period detail, stirring moments of patriotism, interpersonal conflict born from the era’s division, and an uplifting underdog arc that celebrates both athletic skill and the will to overcome enormous odds. Gold is an inspiring, heartfelt story about leadership, loss and the pursuit of a collective dream.

Actors: Akshay Kumar, Mouni Roy, Kunal Kapoor

Director: Reema Kagti

Runtime: 151 min

Genres: Drama, History, Sport

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