8 Bollywood remakes better than the original films

8 Bollywood remakes better than the original films

1. Mili – 2022

 

 

• IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
• Stars: Janhvi Kapoor, Manoj Pahwa, Sunny Kaushal
• Created by: Mathukutty Xavier
• Genre: Drama, Thriller
• Writer: Mathukutty Xavier
• Where to watch/OTT Platform: Netflix

Mili is the Hindi version of the critically acclaimed Malayalam movie, Helen, directed by Mathukutty Xavier. Helen drew inspiration from a real incident, and both films share more or less a similar storyline. The survival-thriller revolves around Janhvi Kapoor, and she gives a genuine performance as Mili, portraying her as a sweet and straightforward girl who is determined about her future and shares a beautiful bond with her father. She portrays the character quite naturally and with conviction, particularly in the scenes inside the freezer as her skin gets damaged, bringing goosebumps to the audience.

2. Kabir Singh – 2019

 

 

• IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
• Stars: Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani, Nikita Dutta
• Created by: Sandeep Reddy Vanga
• Genre: Action, Drama, Romance
• Writer: Wajid Shaikh, Siddharth-Garima, Siddharth Singh
• Where to watch/OTT Platform: Netflix

Kabir Singh is the remake of the Telugu film Arjun Reddy which closely mirrors the film, almost identically, with some small modifications. The location has been changed from Hyderabad to Delhi. Despite the resemblances, there are some instances where you can see the differences between the two movies. Shahid Kapoor effectively portrays the hero’s transformation from intense anger to revealing his vulnerable side. It’s a moment where he truly excels. The film’s songs were a huge success too.

3. Drishyam – 2015

 

 

• IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
• Stars: Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Tabu
• Created by: Nishikant Kamat
• Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
• Writer: Jeethu Joseph, Upendra Sidhaye
• Where to watch/OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix, Voot

The film was a remake of the Malayalam film with the same title as Drishyam. Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar did a quite impressive job as a middle-class man who cares about his family above everything else. His natural acting and the storyline which is a bit different from the original one and full of unexpected twists and turns, is what got the audience hooked till the end. Drishyam didn’t have unnecessary garnishings and was also very well received by the audience.

4. OMG- Oh My God! – 2012

 

 

• IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
• Stars: Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar, Mithun Chakraborty
• Created by: Umesh Shukla
• Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
• Writer: Alok Jha, Saumya Joshi, Bhavesh Mandalia
• Where to watch/OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video

This film is a remake of the 2001 Australian comedy film, The Man Who Sued God. Because of substantial cultural distinctions, the Hindi adaptation of the film has noticeable distinctions. In the Hindi version, the protagonist, Kanji played by Paresh Rawal, has a shop filled with Hindu idols that gets ruined in an earthquake. Ultimately, it’s disclosed that the shop’s destruction was a purposeful act by Krishna, and Kanji comes to accept religion. OMG -Oh My God! received a lot of appreciation for the way it addressed crucial social matters with care and made its way to a sequel released this year.

5. Bhool Bhulaiyaa – 2007

 

 

• IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
• Stars: Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, Shiney Ahuja
• Created by: Priyadarshan
• Genre: Comedy, Horror, Mystery
• Writer: Neeraj Vora, Manisha Korde, Madhu Muttam
• Where to watch/OTT Platform: Disney+ Hotstar

The Akshay Kumar starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa is a remake of the Malayalam film Manichitrathazhu. The film is one of the best remakes ever made in Bollywood. Bhool Bhulaiya contains all the necessary elements for a hit movie. It offers a good balance of humor, mystery, and excitement, ensuring that you stay engrossed and at the edge of your seat. The acting in the movie is excellent. In the second half, Vidya Balan shines the most. She has truly delivered a powerful performance, especially in the last 20 minutes, which is undoubtedly her best work to date.