Now, Mr. Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra… I understand this is “inspired” by a true story.. I also agree that Milkha’s story is truly inspiring, so why did I come out of the theater 3+ hours later feeling not really inspired? The movie begins with a tragedy.. We are told that Milkha Singh who was the favorite to win the 400m mens event at the Rome Olympics in 1960, unfortunately looked behind and gave away his lead in the final.. losing the bronze in a photo-finish As he turns, we are shown blurry ghosts of his past.. This isn’t the first time he has heard the titular cry “ Bhaag Milkha Bhaag ”. His first tragedy was the trauma surrounding partition. He grew up to be robber of sorts, fell for a girl who wouldn't marry a goon. He joined army to “become someone”. Harsh training, bullying and 2 fantastic coaches later, he has the coveted “ India ” blazer. So when he goes to seek marital alliance of the girl he oh-so-loved, he’s told she’s already married. Another tragedy. He
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