Dangal is a 2016 biographical sports drama film directed by Nitesh Tiwari starring Aamir Khan. The film tells the story of Mahavir Singh Phogat, who trains his daughters Geeta Phogat and Babita Kumari to become India's first world-class female wrestlers. Promotional strategies for Dangal included releasing the film tax-free in several Indian states to promote women's issues. Aamir Khan gained weight and underwent physical transformation for the role. The film was distributed widely in India and internationally, earning over $45 million worldwide.