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India.com
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
If You Loved MS Dhoni or Paan Singh Tomar, These 5 Underrated Sports Films Deserve A Watch
photoDetails english 2936194 Updated:Jul 25, 2025, 10:00 AM IST Underrated Indian Sports Films 1 / 8 While films like Dangal, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, and Chak De! India have rightly earned their place in the pantheon of popular Indian sports cinema, there are several other gems that deserve more recognition. Here are 5 underrated Indian sports movies worth discovering. Iqbal (2005) 2 / 8 Iqbal (2005) follows a deaf and mute boy's dream to play cricket for an unlikely mentor, he overcomes obstacles with sheer will.A powerful tale of perseverance, often overshadowed. Hawaa Hawaai (2014) 3 / 8 Hawaa Hawaai (2014) is a charming story of a poor boy's roller skating by friends and a unique coach, he chases his passion.A feel-good film offering a fresh sports perspective. Budhia Singh 4 / 8 Born to Run (2016)Budhia Singh – Born to Run (2016) is the true story of the world's youngest marathon explores his journey from slum to prodigy and his complex bond with his coach.A poignant, award-winning film. Yellow (2014) 5 / 8 Yellow (2014), a Marathi film, tells the true story of Gauri Gadgil, a child with Down syndrome, who becomes a swimming plays herself, adding authenticity to this powerful tale of acclaimed and award-winning. Jhund (2022) 6 / 8 Jhund (2022), starring Amitabh Bachchan, is based on Slum Soccer's founder, Vijay shows marginalized youth finding purpose and hope through for its realism and empowering message. Why These Films Matter 7 / 8 These films go beyond typical sports narratives, offering diverse highlight resilience, social issues, and the power of one is a testament to the human spirit. Needs To Be Watched 8 / 8 Discover More!If you love inspiring stories and compelling cinema, give these a watch. These films, often praised by critics, might not have achieved the same box office success or widespread fame, but they offer compelling narratives, strong performances, and a unique take on the world of sports.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Australian deputy consul general announces support for Shakti Girls programme at Slum Soccer
Nagpur: Christian Jack, deputy consul general of Australia, visited Slum Soccer on Wednesday to present the official certificate confirming support through the Australian Direct Aid Programme for Mumbai. Abhijeet Barse, CEO of Slum Soccer, and Vijay Barse, founder of the organisation, warmly received Jack at the Slum Soccer campus. Barse introduced him to the organisation's initiatives, particularly the Shakti Girls Programme, which offers girls from low-income communities and schools a safe and empowering platform to play football and develop life skills. Jack engaged with programme participants and participated in a friendly tournament match alongside Slum Soccer staff and community members on the field. In his address, he highlighted Australia's commitment to promoting gender equality through sport and stated that the Australian High Commission aims to create tangible opportunities for girls to thrive through collaborations such as this. "This partnership is not just a funding opportunity, but a chance to witness real change on the ground. We are proud to support a programme that is breaking barriers and creating new spaces for girls to dream, play, and lead," Jack said. The collaboration represents a significant advancement in leveraging sports for community development and gender empowerment across India.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Kanhan's Suman becomes first deaf girl of Nagpur district to achieve D License in football coaching
Nagpur: "Being deaf is not a limitation—it's my strength," says 22-year-old Suman Jaiswal from Kanhan, a small town near Nagpur. Suman's determination led her to become one of the first deaf individuals to complete the All India Football Federation (AIFF) D Licence coaching course, establishing a significant milestone in Indian football. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She is now the first deaf girl from Nagpur district to achieve the D License in coaching. Suman said, "I live in a rural area with my parents and two brothers. My family once believed my future should be limited to marriage. But everything changed the day I first kicked a football during a Slum Soccer event. It gave me a sense of freedom. Since then, I have travelled over 20 km every day to train." To become AIFF's D License holder coach, Suman joined other deaf coaches at the Mumbai campus of Reliance Corporate Park between June 2 and 7. The course was organized jointly by the AIFF, Slum Soccer and Reliance Foundation. Shailesh Karkera, the coach educator said, "This was a unique and enriching experience. Verbal communication is key in coaching, but these coaches overcame every barrier with exceptional dedication and work ethic." Karkera added, "With tools from this course, they can follow the AIFF coaching pathway—from grassroots to professional football." For Suman, this achievement is just the beginning. She said, "The course gave me confidence to lead, teach, and grow. Now I want to use these skills to train deaf players—especially girls who are told what they can't do. I want to lead by example and prove that football is for everyone."
