Geeta Phogat

A resident of Sector 123 of Radha Kunj Colony, Ramesh Rawat quit his government job in the customs department to help his daughters pursue boxing and wrestling professionally.

Sindhu, Phogat, and a number of athletes across disciplines swear by his advice, and always consult him!

When 16-year-old Mahima Rathod watched Dangal, she was unable to control her tears. The reason was simple; she saw her own father, Raju Rathod,in Mahavir Singh Phogat’s character.

While the core of the Dangal's story holds true to the real life events of Mahavir Singh Phogat and his family, five real-life facts were changed for cinematic effect. Read on to find out what they were. (Note: You are entering into spoiler territory!)

For many Indian celebrities and public figures, their teachers inspired them to go after the impossible, to dream big dreams, and to remain diligent in the pursuit of their passions and talents. Here are the stories of 10 amazing teachers who made a difference in the lives of their extraordinary students.

Meet Babita Nagar, a silver medalist who has empowered several women in Uttar Pradesh through her free-of-cost wrestling academy!

The story of Mahavir Phogat, Indian wrestling's unsung hero, who helped his daughters grapple their way to the top.