Dangal (2016) – Filming Locations
Drama / Family / Comedy · Directed by Nitesh Tiwari · Starring Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh
Dangal is an extraordinary true story based on the life of Mahavir Singh and his two daughters, Geeta and Babita Phogat. The film traces the inspirational journey of a father who trains his daughters to become world class wrestlers.
Where was Dangal filmed?
- Delhi, India, Delhi – Training sequences and wrestling matches where Mahavir Singh Phogat coaches young wrestlers. The iconic wrestling arena in Delhi serves as the primary training ground and competition venue throughout the film
- Haryana, India, Balali – Opening scenes of village life and family sequences showing Mahavir's wrestling legacy and initial training of his daughters. The rural Haryana village setting grounds the film's narrative in the agricultural heartland where the Phogat family's wrestling tradition begins
- Panipat, India, Panipat – Initial wrestling training montages and local competitions featuring Geeta and Babita. Panipat's wrestling community provided authentic locations for showcasing the grassroots wrestling culture of Haryana
- Bengaluru, India, Bengaluru – Advanced training sequences where Geeta prepares for national and international competitions. Professional sports training facilities provided authentic settings for depicting elite-level wrestling preparation
- New Delhi, India, New Delhi – National wrestling championship and major competition sequences. The premier indoor sports venue in India served as the setting for climactic national-level wrestling competitions