From MS Dhoni To Dil Bechara: A Look At Sushant Singh Rajput’s Best Films

MS Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)

A film that cemented Sushant’s place in Bollywood. Directed by Neeraj Pandey, this biographical drama brought to life the journey of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, India’s most celebrated cricket captain. From a small-town boy to a cricketing legend, Sushant captured every shade of Dhoni’s life—the struggles, the triumphs, the heartbreaks.

He didn’t just play Dhoni. He became Dhoni. From mimicking his signature helicopter shot to portraying his silent resilience, Sushant’s performance was flawless. The film, featuring Disha Patani, Kiara Advani and Anupam Kher, was not just about cricket. It was about dreams, perseverance and the price of success.

Kedarnath (2018)

Romance, religion and a natural disaster – Kedarnath had it all. This Abhishek Kapoor directorial told the love story of a Hindu girl and a Muslim porter set against the devastating Uttarakhand floods of 2013. Sushant played Mansoor, a kind-hearted young man who finds himself entangled in a love story doomed by fate.

Alongside Sara Ali Khan in her debut, Sushant delivered a nuanced performance—gentle, passionate and heartbreakingly real. The film was more than just a love story; it was a tale of faith, sacrifice and the unpredictability of nature.

Chhichhore (2019)

Laughter, nostalgia and an emotional punch, Chhichhore was a film with a soul. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, this slice-of-life drama took audiences back to their college days. It wasn’t just a story about friends reminiscing; it was about life, failure and the importance of never giving up.

Sushant played Anni, a man who evolves from a carefree college student to a responsible father. The transformation was seamless, making the film relatable to every generation. Made on a budget of Rs 50 crores, it became a massive hit, earning over Rs 215 crores worldwide. Winning the National Award for Best Hindi Film was just the cherry on top.

Kai Po Che! (2013)

Sushant’s Bollywood debut. And what a debut it was. Adapted from Chetan Bhagat’s The 3 Mistakes of My Life, Kai Po Che! was a story of friendship, ambition and the harsh realities of life in Gujarat.

As Ishaan, an aspiring cricketer-turned-coach, Sushant delivered a performance that was raw, energetic and deeply moving. Alongside Rajkummar Rao and Amit Sadh, he created a film that wasn’t just entertaining but also thought-provoking. This was the film that announced his arrival, proving he was here to stay.

Dil Bechara (2020)

Released posthumously, Dil Bechara was Sushant’s final film, making it all the more emotional for his fans. Directed by Mukesh Chhabra, this adaptation of John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars followed the story of two young souls fighting terminal illness yet finding love in the most unexpected way.

Starring opposite Sanjana Sanghi, Sushant’s portrayal of Manny was filled with charm, mischief and heartbreaking sincerity. Every scene carried an extra layer of emotion, knowing this was his last gift to the world. Despite the pandemic delaying its release, the film was met with immense love and appreciation.