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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
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6 years of Judgementall Hai Kya: Stream these 6 bold and bizarre dark comedies
Released in 2019, Judgementall Hai Kya defied Bollywood conventions with its unpredictable heroine, stylised narrative, and fearless portrayal of mental illness. Even after all this time has passed, it is still considered a groundbreaking and divisive film in Indian cinema. However, it wasn't the only one to be so daring. Still from Judgementall Hai Kya Many filmmakers have dabbled with absurdist storytelling, crime comedies, and psychological thrillers, frequently injecting societal critiques with sardonic humour. You won't find any pat heroes or neat endings in these films. These filmmakers thrive on stories that are brimming with surprises and rooted in moral ambiguity. If you enjoy films about psychological madness and black comedy, then you might enjoy these six Indian flicks Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983) - JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium This legendary Indian film skewers political corruption, real estate scams, and media hypocrisy with humour and absurdity. It is one of the first and sharpest satires in the country's cinematic history. Two incompetent photographers (Naseeruddin Shah and Ravi Baswani) stumble upon a murder and, in the process, must navigate an increasingly shady system. The acclaimed Mahabharata play's climax—a sequence that embodies the film's brilliance at blending humour with truth—and the film's enduring commentary make Kundan Shah's picture a beloved classic. Monica, O My Darling (2022) - Netflix Jayant (Rajkummar Rao), a robotics expert, becomes entangled in a blackmail plan involving a femme fatale (Huma Qureshi), workplace politics, and an increasing corpse count in this sleek neo-noir thriller with a deliciously pulpy tone. Vasan Bala's film features a funk score that heightens the sense of impending anarchy, vintage aesthetics, and dark comedy. It pokes fun at corporate ambition and weak masculinity with its untrustworthy characters and twisted discoveries, keeping the audience wondering. Ishqiya (2010) - Prime Video; JioHotstar, ShemarooMe, Liosnsgate Play via OTTplay Premium As they seek sanctuary in a secluded village, two small-time criminals, one cynical (Naseeruddin Shah) and the other amorous (Arshad Warsi), encounter a widow (Vidya Balan) who is more deadly than she seems in this grim rural noir. The heist plot quickly transforms into an emotional journey filled with desire, deceit, and manipulation. Featuring Vidya Balan in her breakout performance, the film offers a fresh perspective on betrayal and survival through its sensuality, folk music, and incisive dialogues. It is directed by Abhishek Chaubey. Darlings (2022) - Netflix Badru (Alia Bhatt) is the protagonist of this dark comedy set in a Mumbai chawl where the working class lives, and her marriage to her drunken husband (Vijay Varma) has become toxic. As she reaches her breaking point, the film's tone shifts from victimhood to revenge. It deftly combines societal pressure, generational trauma, and spousal abuse into an unexpectedly humorous and inspirational story, with stellar performances from Alia Bhatt, Shefali Shah, and Vijay Varma. A satisfying flame of female agency culminates the long simmer. Kaalakaandi (2018) - JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium The black comedy captures the seediness and urban disillusionment of Mumbai as a night of reckoning unravels in various directions. The character, played by Saif Ali Khan, embarks on a drug-fueled existential journey after finding out he has a terminal illness. Meanwhile, in side storylines that are both strange and depressing, opportunists, lovers, and gangsters all meet. The film is directed by Akshat Verma, who also wrote "Delhi Belly." It is philosophical, anarchic, and full of irreverent humour; it doesn't care about following the rules. Judgementall Hai Kya (2019) - ZEE5 via OTTplay Premium A voice-over artist (Kangana Ranaut) who suffers from delusions and has a troubled history gets fixated on the possibility that her tenant (Rajkummar Rao) is a killer. The film explores the topics of gaslighting, mental illness, and identity as reality and imagination become hazy. It stands out from the usual thrillers thanks to Kangana Ranaut's electrifying performance and the bizarre production design. The film is simultaneously unsettling, unexpected, and unforgettable. These films don't merely amuse; they also challenge, perplex, and frequently unnerve. They establish a unique style that is both cinematically daring and psychologically intricate via unconventional comedy, flawed heroes, or a defiance of formula. Here are some great choices to explore the darker and wilder parts of Indian cinema.
Hindustan Times
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Enjoyed Housefull 5 on Prime Video? Don't miss these similar comedy thrillers
kshay Kumar's latest release Housefull 5 finally made its digital debut on Amazon Prime Video, which is available for rent now. However, from August 1, 2025, the comedy thriller will be available for all the viewers. According to Sacnilk, Housefull 5 has grossed ₹289 crore worldwide, after its theatrical release on June 6. Now, it's time to see the film's digital success! However, if you are craving for more laughter and suspense, check out these below mentioned films on OTTplay Premium like R Madhavan's Hisaab Barabar, Kunal Kemmu's Lootcase, and more for a wild ride of unexpected twists in hilarious ways. A poster of Housefull 5 Unmissable comedy thriller films on OTT Hisaab Barabar R Madhavan plays Radhe Mohan Sharma, an honest railway ticket checker. The film revolves around his discover of large-scale financial frauds planned by a wealthy banker named Micky Mehta, and how he navigates corruption and bureaucracy. The film blends crime thriller elements with twisted humour, giving the viewers a taste of real-life corruption and intrigue. Govinda Naam Mera Vicky Kaushal plays Govinda Waghmare, a struggling dancer, who gets caught up in a love triangle and unexpectedly becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation. The most iconic part about the film is its ensemble cast. Other than Vicky Kaushal, the film also stars Kiara Advani and Bhumi Pednekar. Govinda Naam Mera features a mind-blowing mixture of chaos, confusion, and hilarious moments. Babumoshai Bandookbaaz Nawazuddin Siddiqui plays a small-time contract killer Babu Bihari. The film explores his unexpected love relationship, his rivalries, a gripping revenge plot, set against the backdrop of political intrigue. Babumoshai Bandookbaaz portrays the dark side of Uttar Pradesh with an amazing blend of suspense and action. The film uses humorous elements to offset the darker aspects of its narrative revolving around criminality. Blackout This film centres around crime reporter Lenny D'Souza's chaotic experiences during a citywide blackout in Pune. Lenny meets an accident, leaving him with a van containing dead men and a huge stash of cash. The film blends elements of dark comedy and suspense, exploring people's greed and their behaviour during difficult situations. Vikram Massey's strong performance as Lenny D'Souza caught much attention. Judgementall Hai Kya Kangana Ranaut plays Bobby Grewal who has a traumatic past, and works as a dubbing artist in the film industry. She rents her house to Keshav and Rima, and keeps stalking them, while also becoming suspicious of Keshav. Judgementall Hai Kya keeps the elements of suspense till the very end of the film which leaves viewers on the edge of their seats. Dark psychological features with a social message are also shown through the Bobby Grewal character. Lootcase Kunal Kemmu plays middle-class man Nandan Kumar who finds a suitcase full of cash and gets entangled in a chaotic chase involving a ruthless gangster, a corrupted politician, and a determined police officer. The comedy thriller offers a fun and exciting watch with each moment filled with unexpected twists. Despite having crime thriller elements, the film doesn't portray the narrative too seriously, rather goes in a lighthearted manner on greed, corruption, and instability.
News18
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Amrita Puri Buys Rs37-Crore Luxury Apartment In One Of India's Tallest Buildings In Mumbai
Last Updated: Sonam Kapoor's Aisha co-star Amrita Puri has reportedly purchased a luxury residential apartment in the upscale Lower Parel locality of Mumbai. Read on for details! Bollywood actress Amrita Puri, along with her parents Aditya and Anita Puri, has bought a luxury residential apartment worth a whopping Rs. 37 crore in Mumbai's Lower Parel, according to property registration documents accessed by Square Yards. The Puri family's new apartment is on the 49 th floor of Lodha World Towers, which is one of India's tallest buildings. As per the documents reviewed by Square Yards, Amrita Puri's luxury apartment has a built-up area of approximately 505.85 square meter (around 5,446.53 square feet) and comes with rights to four designated car parking spaces. The documents show that the apartment was registered on April 30, 2025, and a stamp duty of Rs 2.22 crore and registration fees of Rs 30,000 were paid. Lower Parel is an upscale locality of Mumbai, and is one of the prime residential and commercial hubs in Mumbai. Several other Bollywood actors including Abhishek Bachchan, Shahid Kapoor have also invested in properties in Lower Parel, according to Square Yards' analysis of IGR property registration documents. Amrita Puri is known for her performances in Hindi films and web shows. She made her acting debut with Sonam Kapoor's 2010 romantic comedy film 'Aisha', in which she played the role of Shefali Thakur. She was also seen in the 2013 film Kai Po Che! starring Sushant Singh Rajput, Rajkummar Rao and Amit Sadh. She has also been a part of films such as 'Blood Money', 'Judgementall Hai Kya', 'Neeyat'. Apart from films, she has also starred in several web series. She was seen as Kavya Arora in 'Four More Shots Please!' She was also a part of Karisma Kapoor starrer 'Mentalhood', 'Ranjish Hi Sahi', and more recently 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack', which starred Vijay Varma, Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur and Dia Mirza. Amrita Puri is the daughter of banking veteran Aditya Puri, former Managing Director of HDFC Bank. First Published:
Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Inside Kangana Ranaut's ‘century-old' MP bungalow in New Delhi, actor says it ‘wasn't easy to restore'. See pics
Almost a year after being elected as an MP from the Mandi constituency in Himachal Pradesh, Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut has finally moved into the official residence allotted to her by the government in Delhi. This comes seven months after she sold her bungalow in Bandra, Mumbai. On Wednesday, Kangana offered glimpses of her official residence and the housewarming ceremony on social media. Taking to her Instagram stories, Kangana shared photos and videos from the ceremony while noting, 'Finally got some time to shift to the Delhi MP house. It was not easy to restore a century-old MP house. Thanks dear @design_by_darshini for doing this.' In one of the photos, she can be seen posing with Darshini, the interior architect and designer who gave the space a facelift. Another picture features the actor-MP with her sister-in-law Ritu Ranaut, relishing some sweets together. Ritu is the wife of her brother Aksht Ranaut. As the moment marked a major milestone in her life, Kangana chose to go with something very rooted and was seen sporting a red and white Kanjeevaram saree, smiling from ear to ear. Incidentally, she moved into the bungalow on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. In September 2024, Zapkey India reported that Kangana had sold off her Bandra bungalow for a whopping Rs 32 crore. Located at Bandra West's posh Pali Hill area, the Bollywood actor purchased the property in September 2017 for Rs 20.7 crore. She also took a loan of Rs 27 crore against the property, which served as the office for her production company, Manikarnika Films, as well, in December 2022. Taking to social media, Kangana Ranaut shared photos and videos from the ceremony. (Credit: Instagram/@kanganaranaut) Kangana Ranaut with Darshini, the interior architect and designer who gave the space a facelift. (Credit: Instagram/@kanganaranaut) On the occasion, Kangana Ranaut wore a red and white Kanjeevaram saree. (Credit: Instagram/@kanganaranaut) Kangana Ranaut moved into the bungalow on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. (Credit: Instagram/@kanganaranaut) Kangana Ranaut's movie career, however, has been going through a rough patch since 2019, with all her movies that released after Judgementall Hai Kya bombing. Her most recent release, the historical biographical drama Emergency, which marked her debut as a solo director as well, had also failed at the box office miserably, grossing just Rs 23.75 crore against a reported budget of about Rs 60 crore. She will be next seen in Thalaivii director Vijay's upcoming project, wherein she shares the screen with her Tanu Weds Manu co-star R Madhavan.
