8 Years of Sultan: From compelling storyline to Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma’s captivating performance, a sports drama that got us emotional

As Sultan celebrates its 8th anniversary, it stands tall as a testament to Salman Khan’s enduring appeal and cinematic prowess. Released in 2016, this blockbuster not only showcased Salman’s versatility but also captivated audiences with its compelling storyline and memorable characters. At the heart of Sultan is Salman Khan and his portrayal of Sultan Ali Khan. His character shows the journey from a humble background to becoming a wrestling champion resonating deeply with viewers. Khan’s portrayal of the Sultan’s determination, personal struggles, and eventual redemption was both heartfelt and impactful.

Anushka Sharma’s portrayal of Aarfa, Sultan’s love interest, added depth to the narrative, highlighting their chemistry and the emotional core of the story. Audiences were drawn to their on-screen pairing, eagerly anticipating their reunion in future projects.

What set ‘Sultan’ apart was its authentic portrayal of wrestling, with intense MMA matches that were lauded for their realism. Khan’s dedication to the role was evident in his physical transformation and rigorous training, which lent credibility to the character and the sport depicted on screen.

Beyond its action-packed sequences, ‘Sultan’ delved into themes of love, ambition, and the consequences of unchecked ego, resonating with viewers on a personal level. The film’s success was further bolstered by its foot-tapping soundtrack and a stellar supporting cast that brought each character to life.

Eight years after its release, ‘Sultan’ remains a cherished film, celebrated for its compelling narrative, Khan’s standout performance, and its enduring impact on Bollywood cinema.

The pain of losing a child and dealing with the personal turmoil is what largely is shown in the movie along with the rise and fall of Sultan and the indigenous story is what touched our hearts and surely Salman Khan was the perfect choice for the titular character of the movie. The chemistry between Sultan and his MMA coach Fateh Singh, played by Randeep Hooda was intense and electrifying. The raw wrestling scenes and the bloodbath were so authentic that they still give us goosebumps.

Making each dance step from the songs of the movie a rage, Salman Khan still stands as a trend maker. ‘Baby ko Bass Pasand Hai’ and ‘440 volt’ are some of the most popular songs along with the title track of the movie and every dance step from these chartbusters is a trending hook step to date and all credit goes to Salman Khan for that.

As the movie completes 8 years today it is one of the few movies we hold close to our hearts and can watch any time of the day with our families of all age groups. The movie beautifully sends out the message on how important the concept of family and keeping your close ones is and it acts as the building tile that binds the blood ties in a family.

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