Bajirao Mastani presents a romantic relationship between Peshwa Bajirao and Mastani, but historically, there is no record of such a love story between them.
Gunjan Saxena faced criticism for distorting facts and portraying exaggerated gender bias. The film depicted infrastructural disadvantages that were not accurate, as basic facilities for women were well provided.
Jodha Akbar portrays a love story between Emperor Akbar and Rajput princess Jodhabai. Historically, their union was strictly political and strategic, and Akbar had multiple wives alongside Jodha.
In Asoka, Karuvaki is depicted as a princess of the kingdom of Kalinga and the love interest of the king. In reality, she was a Buddhist fisherwoman abducted by Asoka.
Airlift portrays the Indian ambassador as unforgiving and ruthless, but in reality, during the Gulf War of 1998, the ambassador accommodated hundreds of Indians in the embassy, showing compassion and support.
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, the inspiring film, includes factual inaccuracies. The movie falsely shows Milkha breaking the 400m world record with a time of 45.8 seconds in 1960, while it was only his personal goal.
Mary Kom depicts a fictionalized climax where she fights for the world championship while her son is being operated on. In reality, the operation took place after Mary had returned from China.
Dangal takes some creative liberties with the character of Geeta Phogat's coach, portraying him as an antagonist who locks up Geeta's father. In reality, the coach objected to this fictionalized portrayal, as it damaged his reputation.