Here’s a handpicked selection of 15 of the best Bollywood films on Netflix.
Enter into the vivid tapestry of Hindi cinema, now gracing the screens of Netflix for your indulgence. With its abundant and diverse legacy, Bollywood has firmly entrenched itself in the annals of global entertainment.
Since the advent of Netflix in India in 2016, it has birthed remarkable original productions and curated a trove of licensed Bollywood masterpieces. Today, here’s a handpicked selection of 15 of the best Bollywood films on Netflix.
From pulse-quickening thrillers to enchanting fantasies, spine-chilling horrors to captivating mysteries, rib-tickling comedies, and beyond, this collection assures an assortment to gratify every fan of the silver screen. Without further ado, let us embark upon this enigmatic journey through the realms of cinema, hand in hand!
15. Badla
- Genre: Mystery & thriller
- Director: Sujoy Ghosh
- Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu, Amrita Singh, Tony Luke, Manav Kaul, Tanveer Ghani, Denzil Smith
- Runtime: 2h 1m
- Tomatometer: 63%
- IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
Naina Sethi, a successful entrepreneur, awakens in a hotel room to find her lover, Arjun, deceased beside her. Charged with his murder, she is granted bail, and her attorney, Jimmy, calls upon Badal Gupta, a seasoned defense lawyer with a flawless reputation. As Badal delves into Naina’s account of the events leading to Arjun’s death, he begins to suspect inconsistencies in her story. The film was a significant financial success in theaters. I am not disclosing any more information about this movie because it might spoil the thrill.
14. Doctor G (2022)
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Anubhuti Kashyap
- Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rakul Preet Singh, Shefali Shah, Murli Sharma, Madhumita Sarcar, Subhrajyoti Barat, Sathish Krishnan
- Runtime: 2h 4m
- Tomatometer: 70%
- IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
Now it’s time for a lighter note: a comedy. Dr. Uday Gupta, a recent medical school graduate, resides in Bhopal with his widowed mother and friend Chaddi. Despite his aspiration to specialize in orthopedics, Uday’s exam results limit his options for post-graduation studies. Reluctant to leave his mother, Uday opts to pursue gynecology, urged by his cousin Dr. Ashok Gupta. As he begins his gynecology training, Uday faces challenges from his strict department head and encounters bullying from his female colleagues. Despite initial difficulties, Uday connects with his coworkers, especially Dr. Fatima Siddiqui. However, a misunderstanding resulted in a formal complaint against Uday, leading to a disciplinary inquiry. Despite the setbacks, Uday finds redemption when he successfully performs a delivery, reaffirming his dedication to medicine. While his colleagues offer support, doubts linger regarding Uday’s commitment to Dr. Nandini Srivastav.
13. Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery
- Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
- Director: Yashowardhan Mishra
- Cast: Sanya Malhotra, Anant Joshi, Vijay Raaz, Rajpal Yadav, Brijendra Kala, Govind Pandey, Raghuvir Yadav, Ebadat Akram Dunia
- Runtime: 1h 55m
- Tomatometer: 73%
- IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
In a quaint little town, the mysterious vanishing of two prized jackfruits sends Inspector Mahima Basor and her team into a frenzy. Initially, they suspect the fired gardener. Basor navigates through deceptive tactics as chaos ensues while battling interference from a pesky reporter. Suspicion eventually lands on the politician, stirring up even more drama and tension!
12. Pad Man (2018)
- Genre: Biography, Comedy, Drama
- Director: R. Balki
- Cast: Akshay Kumar, Sonam Kapoor, Radhika Apte, Jyoti Subhash, Urmila Mahanta, Suneel Sinha, Sanjay Singh
- Runtime: 2 hr 10 min
- Tomatometer: 74%
- IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
The story starts with Lakshmikant “Lakshmi” Chauhan and Gayatri marrying happily. Lakshmi cares a lot about Gayatri. When he finds out Gayatri struggles with menstrual hygiene, he tries to help her even though people disapprove, and he faces his problems. Despite difficulties, Lakshmi keeps trying to change how people think about periods. He works hard and comes up with a cheap way to make sanitary pads. However, focusing on this too much causes problems in his relationship with Gayatri. This movie is inspired by the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham, who helped rural women with menstrual hygiene, showing how one person’s determination can make a big difference in society.
11. Khoobsurat (Ms. Romantic Meets Mr. Handsome)
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
- Director: Shashanka Ghosh
- Cast: Sonam Kapoor, Fawad Khan, Ratna Pathak, Kiron Kher, Ashok Banthia
- Runtime: 2h 10m
- Tomatometer: 80%
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
Mili Chakravarty, a physiotherapist for the Kolkata Knight Riders, is summoned to assist a paralyzed king in Rajasthan. Despite clashes with the strict royal household, she forms bonds with the family, especially Prince Vikram, and love blossoms between them. However, societal expectations and engagements complicate their relationship.
10. PK (2014)
- Genre: Sci-Fi Satire Comedy
- Director: Rajkumar Hirani
- Cast: Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput, Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, Saurabh Shukla, Parikshit Sahni
- Runtime: 2 hr 25 min
- Tomatometer: 80%
- IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
“P. K.” is a funny movie about an alien who comes to the city and asks these bizarre questions that make everyone stop and think. His innocent questions show us profound truths about life, making us rethink everything we thought we knew. As PK goes through all this, he makes some good friends and gets into enormous fights. It’s like he’s shaking things up and making people see things differently. And his journey turns into this spiritual adventure that touches so many hearts. The movie talks about big ideas but also brings a lot of love, laughs, and freedom along the way.
09. Monica, O My Darling
- Genre: Comedy
- Director: Vasan Bala
- Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Radhika Apte, Huma Qureshi, Radhika Madan, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor
- Runtime: 2h 9m
- Tomatometer: 81%
- IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
During a night shift at the Unicorn factory, Dev Prakash excitedly shares news of his proposal to Shalu with his friend Gaurav before a tragic robot attack takes his life. Despite suspicions, the incident is deemed an accident, leading to the dismissal of safety officer Faridi Baig. Months later, at the company’s anniversary, Jayant Arkhedkar’s rise in status becomes tainted by his affair with Monica Machado, culminating in a murder plot involving colleagues Arvind Manivannan and Nishikant Adhikari. However, their scheme unravels, casting doubt on their innocence when Nishikant is found dead. With Arvind meeting a grim fate, Jayant is left to untangle the truth.
08. Bulbbul
- Genre: Horror, Mystery & thriller
- Director: Anvita Dutt
- Cast: Avinash Tiwary, Triptii Dimri, Rahul Bose, Paoli Dam, Parambrata Chattopadhyay
- Runtime: 1h 34m
- Tomatometer: 83%
- IMDb Rating: 6.5/10
“Bulbbul” is set in 20th Century Bengal and revolves around a young woman who, as a child bride, matures into a mysterious figure overseeing her household. Haunted by supernatural murders in her village, Bulbbul’s past intertwines with the present as her brother-in-law returns to find the village engulfed in fear. Amidst suspicions and secrets, the story delves into Bulbbul’s journey and the tragic mysteries surrounding her and her town.
07. Guru (2007)
- Genre: Romance, Drama
- Director: Mani Ratnam
- Cast: Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Mithun, Chakraborty, Vidya Balan, Madhavan, Arya Babbar, Roshan Seth
- Runtime: 2h 41m
- Tomatometer: 85%
- IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
The story of Gurukant Desai, a young man hailing from a small village in Gujarat, who harbors aspirations of attaining success. Despite his father’s doubts, Guru embarks on diverse jobs, eventually establishing his business realm in Bombay. Along his path, he encounters ethical dilemmas and moral difficulties, leading to clashes with his mentor and the media. Despite enduring challenges and legal scrutiny, Guru persists and elevates his modest enterprise into one of India’s foremost corporations. The narrative accentuates Guru’s ambition, trials, and the toll of achievement, ultimately highlighting the intricate interplay between ambition and ethics in pursuing influence and prosperity. This movie is rumored to be loosely based on the life of Dhirubhai Ambani.
06. An Action Hero
- Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller
- Director: Anirudh Iyer
- Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Mirabel Stuart, Rachit Jadoun, Alexander García, Hiten Patel, Mohd Talib, Tiger Rudge
- Runtime: 2h 9m
- Tomatometer: 85%
- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
A celebrated actor, Maanav Khurana, travels to Mandothi, Haryana, for a film shoot, where an incident with aspiring politician Vicky Solanki ends tragically. Escaping to the UK, Maanav is pursued by Vicky’s brother, Bhoora Singh Solanki, facing allegations and dangerous encounters. Amidst challenges and a complex web of deception involving a notorious terrorist, Maanav strives to restore his reputation and prove his innocence, embarking on a journey fraught with danger and uncertainty.
05. Haider (2014)
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Vishal Bhardwaj
- Cast: Shahid Kapoor , Shraddha Kapoor , Tabu , Irrfan Khan , Kay Kay Menon , Ashish Vidyarthi , Aamir Bashir , Rajat Bhagat , Lalit Parimoo , Basharat Peer , Ashwath Bhatt
- Runtime: 2h 39m
- Tomatometer: 89%
- IMDb Rating: 8/10
An adaptation of Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’. Set amidst the turbulent landscape of the Kashmir insurgency, Dr. Hilaal Meer, revered in his profession, becomes entangled in a web of violence and betrayal. Accused of conspiracy with insurgents, Hilaal’s sudden disappearance fractures the tranquility of his family’s existence. Upon Haider’s return, driven by the thirst for truth, he plunges into the depths of moral ambiguity and existential inquiry. As Haider unravels the mystery surrounding his father’s vanishing, he wrestles with the ethical quandaries of justice, redemption, and the enduring consequences of conflict. With unwavering resolve and the backing of loyal allies, Haider navigates the intricate complexities of human nature, shedding light on the profound realities concealed within the crucible of war.
04. The White Tiger
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Ramin Bahrani
- Cast: Adarsh Gourav, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Rajkummar Rao, Mahesh Manjrekar, Vijay Maurya, Nalneesh Neel, Kamlesh Gill
- Runtime: 2h 6m
- Tomatometer: 91%
- IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
In “The White Tiger,” Balram Halwai, an enterprising lad from the streets, spills his life tale and thoughts on Indian society to the Chinese premier, Wen Jiabao. Born in poverty, Balram snatches a chance to serve as a chauffeur for the well-heeled couple Ashok and Pinky. However, the cruel realities of servitude and exploitation soon hit him hard. A tragic accident shakes him, making him realize his expendable status. With a burning desire to break free, he resorts to bold tactics to carve out his path to success, ultimately emerging as a prosperous businessman.
3. Agneepath (2012)
- Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
- Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Sanjay Dutt, Rishi Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra,
- Director: Karan Malhotra
- Runtime: 2h 54m
- Tomatometer: 92%
- IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
This film serves as a remake of “Agneepath 1990.” Within the Island of Mandwa, the esteemed educator Deenanath Chauhan becomes the subject of envy from the chief’s son, Kancha, who nurtures aspirations of launching a drug empire. Falsely accusing Deenanath of murder, Kancha orchestrates his tragic demise, witnessed by his son Vijay. Forced to flee, Vijay and his mother, Suhasini, seek sanctuary in Mumbai, where Vijay forges a friendship with Kaali and aligns himself with the underworld figure Rauf Lala. Meanwhile, as Kancha expands his illegal activities, Vijay rises through the ranks within Lala’s organization. Motivated to avenge his father’s death, Vijay embarks on a journey of retaliation.
02. 3 Idiots
- Genre: Comedy Drama
- Director: Rajkumar Hirani
- Cast: Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Boman Irani, Omi Vaidya, Parikshit Sahni
- Run Time: 2 hr 43 min
- Tomatometer: 100%
- IMDb Rating: 8.4/10
“3 Idiots” delves into the complexities of the education system, challenging its objectives and the significance attributed to academic grades. The narrative follows the adventures of three friends – ‘Qureshi’ & ‘Raju Rastogi’ – as they reminisce about their college days while searching for their missing friend ‘Rancho’ in the present. Their journey is peppered with humorous interactions with the stern college dean, Viru Sahastrabudhe, alongside grappling with common life hurdles.
01. Asoka (2001)
- Genre: History, Drama
- Director: Santosh Sivan
- Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Danny Denzongpa, Rahul Dev, Hrishita Bhatt, Subhashini Ali, Suraj Balaje
- Runtime: 2h 38m
- Tomatometer: 100%
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
The film follows the early life of Emperor Asoka, starting from his military career in Takshashila to his conquest of the Kalinga region. Asoka, grandson of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya, defies his grandfather’s wishes and claims his sword, which is believed to bring bloodshed and destruction. Throughout his journey, Asoka faces internal conflicts within his family and external threats, ultimately leading to a brutal war with Kalinga. However, the devastating consequences of his actions led Asoka to embrace Buddhism and pursue peace, symbolized by his discarding the sword and spreading Buddhism throughout his empire.
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