Chak De India was inspired by the Indian women's national hockey team's victory at the 2002 Commonwealth Games.
The film marks Shah Rukh Khan's first collaboration with director Shimit Amin.
Chak De India received critical acclaim and won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
The movie showcases the struggles and triumphs of the Indian women's hockey team, highlighting the issues of gender bias and stereotypes.
Did you know that the character of Kabir Khan was based on former Indian hockey player Mir Ranjan Negi, who faced allegations of match-fixing in the 1982 Asian Games?
Chak De India features an ensemble cast of talented actresses, including Vidya Malvade, Sagarika Ghatge, Chitrashi Rawat, and Shilpa Shukla, who portrayed the diverse characters of the hockey team.
The film's iconic dialogue, "70 minutes hai tumhare paas," became a popular catchphrase among the audience.