Rashmi Rocket (2021)

Rashmi Rocket is a stirring sports drama about a small-town woman who rises to national prominence as a sprinter only to have her hard-won success jeopardized by a humiliating demand for a gender test. The film follows Rashmi’s grit and determination on the track, then shifts into a tense, emotional fight against institutional bias and public scrutiny when her identity and achievements are called into question. Watching the movie, you’ll experience high-energy training and race sequences that capture the physical thrill of competition, contrasted with quieter, intimate moments that explore Rashmi’s relationships—family, coach and community—and the personal cost of fame. The central conflict moves into courtroom and advocacy territory, giving the film a legal- and social-issue dimension that provokes thought about gender, fairness and the ethics of sport. Expect scenes that are at once empowering and infuriating: uplifting victories on the track, painful indignities off it, and a determined, principled push for justice. Tonally the film balances inspiration and realism; it’s emotionally charged without being saccharine, combining visceral athletic cinematography with grounded performances and social commentary. If you watch Rashmi Rocket, you’ll come away entertained by the sporting drama, invested in the heroine’s personal journey, and prompted to reflect on broader questions of identity, dignity and the rules that govern competitive sport. It’s both a celebration of resilience and a critique of the systems that can try to erase it.

Actors: Taapsee Pannu, Priyanshu Painyuli, Supriya Pathak

Director: Akarsh Khurana

Runtime: 129 min

Genres: Drama, Sport

7.2 /10 7.2 /10