From Real to Reel

Real life incidents have caught the fancy
Of writers and directors alike,
They have ventured to bring forth
True stories of grit and strife.

So the brave Neerja saves passengers
And succumbs to terrorists' bullets in the air,
While Aligarh portrays forbidden love,
A man's loneliness and despair.

Thousands of Indians stranded
Are air-lifted from a country war-torn,
Their efforts are applauded,
The Indian Government has timely action shown,

A high profile murder of a teen
That sent the nation in complete shock,
Forms the basis of the film 'Talwar'
The judicial system is there for all to mock.

Special 26, Baby and Shahid
Were all based on a story true,
These films touched a chord,
Aroused patriotic fervour in peoples hearts anew.

The story of Raman Raghav
A deranged serial killer is in the make,
So is Sarabjit Singh's heart-rending story
Where the whole truth is at stake.

Biopics are another favourite,
They tell us about a persons life story,
Pan Sing Tomar and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Told of an athlete's grit and glory.

Dangal and Dhoni are in the pipeline,
A wrestler and cricketer they showcase,
We will learn about their trials and tribulations,
About how they their obstacles face.

These biopics and real-life incidents
They make us look up at them in awe,
These stories flashed on the silver screen
Bring in the crowds, they are a huge draw!

At least these real life heroes
Are someone we can look up to,
When we need some idols and ideals,
Of which there are a dwindling few.

These films are surely better,
Than the total filmy stuff,
At least we know these are real heroes,
Who have lived a life rough.

Their stories are true to life
They make us feel inspired,
They are thought-provoking,
And can bring the change desired.