As the time of self-isolation and curfew sets in, a comedy movie list is what you need to keep your mood and spirit uplifted. Indian cult comedies on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube have the opportunity to take you on a hysterical ride. These films, combined with humor and wisdom, make for a perfect watch for a long weekend. Whether you watch alone or with friends and family, these movies are something you should definitely watch.
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7 cult Indian comedy movies on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube to watch in less than 17 hours
1. Hera Pheri – Amazon Prime / YouTube / Voot (2H 36MIN)
An eternal classic by filmmaker Priyadarshan, Hera Pheri is like a fine wine that is still one of the best comedy movies even after 21 years. The remake of Ramji Rao speaking, a Malayalam movie released in 1989 starring Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty’s. The lot brings in two tenants and a good landlord, who are in need of money. They get a ransom that is meant for someone else. This leads them to plan and use the call to resolve their financial problems. Hera Pheri has perfect timing and natural flair for comedy.
2. Padosan – Amazon Prime (2H 45MIN)
Jyoti Swaroop’s Padosan never fails to entertain you. The film is full of laughter and features the rare and legendary comedian Mehmood from India and great artists like Sunil Dutt, Kishore Kumar and Saira Banu. Based on Arun Choudhary’s short story Pasher Bari, the film is an unusual love story. Bhola falls in love with Bindu’s neighbor and charmingly tries to win her love with the help of his musical friend, but loses hope when she falls for someone else.
3. Bawarchi – YouTube (2H 05MIN)
When Bollywood’s first superstar stars in a movie, you’re sure to be in for a treat. He steps out of his beloved boy and tragic avatar, that of Hrishikesh Mukherjee Bawarchi presented us a raw and real Rajesh Khanna. Although nothing can beat the Amitabh Bachchan and Rajesh Khanna Anand by Mukherjee, this one is on par with the movie. Desperate for a cook, the Sharma family hires Raghu. He is a multi-tasker who has a comparison with every family. Just as everything settles in the house, the jewels of the family and Raghu disappear too. But he leaves something behind that no one else could. With no fancy opening or ending, this is one of the best films Indian cinema has made.
4. Chupke Chupke- Amazon Prime / YouTube (2H 30MIN)
Another Hrishikesh Mukherjee movie will be added to the list Chupke Chupke, a remake of the Bengali movie Chhadmabesh. Starring Dharmendra, Sharmila Tagore, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Asrani, Om Prakash, this is an old gem that still shines brighter than today’s comedy movies. Dharmendra and Amitabh are no longer in the angry man mode, but have the role of professors. Sulekha admires her brother-in-law Raghavendra for his intelligence. Her husband Parimal takes up the challenge of fooling him and proving Sulekha that it is different. The highlight of the movie is the use of pure Hindi language which adds to the fun element in the script. This is the movie that will make you smile all the time.
5. Golmaal 1979 – Amazon Prime (2H 24MIN)
A comedy of mistakes that revolves around mistaken identity is yet another brainchild of director Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Ramprasad works for Bhavani, who is very picky about her employees who don’t indulge in any kind of hobbies. Things get twisted and funny when Bhavani sees Ramprasad at a hockey game. When asked about it, he lies about having a twin brother. Witness the story of a young boy who would go to extremes to save his job. The movie stars Amol Palekar and Utpal Dutt in the lead roles.
6. Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro – YouTube (2H 12MIN)
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro starring Naseeruddin Shah, Ravi Baswani, Om Puri is a dark satire at a young age about corruption, political screenplay, media, bureaucracy and much more. What makes this movie interesting is how the intense issue is handled comically. Two photographers working for a new editor will expose the builder’s scandalous and corrupt activities. Things take an intense turn when they accidentally photograph a murder.
7. Half Ticket 1962 – Amazon Prime (2H 48MIN)
This Kishore Kumar movie is an extremely fun watch. Half Ticket 1962also includes Madhubala and Pran. The film centers on Vijay who plans to leave his home when his father forces him to get married. Planning to start a new life in Bombay, he pulls an act from a child to get a train ticket.
Here are Indian Cult comedy movies on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube to watch in less than 17 hours
Featuring: Rajesh Khanna, Jaya Bachchan
Release date: July 7, 1972
Platform: Netflix
Three housemates, Baburao, Shyam and Raju, struggle to make ends meet every day. However, when they are connected to a kidnapper by the wrong number, they see an opportunity to make a lot of money. However, nothing goes according to plan and they make for some hilarious scenarios. This Priyadarshan movie is one of the funniest movies produced in Bollywood and people of all ages will love it.
Featuring: Paresh Rawal, Suneil Shetty, Akshay Kumar
Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Another classic from yesteryear, this one is remembered by the iconic song “Mere Samne Wali Khidki Mein”. The film tells the story of Bholla, who falls in love with his neighbor Bindu. He seeks help from his singer friend Vidyapathi to woo her, but all hope is lost when he finds out that Bindu is in love with someone else.
With: Sunil Dutt, Saira Banu, Kishore Kumar
For Sulekha, no one is smarter than her brother-in-law Raghav. Sulekha’s husband Parimal falls ill and takes it upon himself to show his wife that he can fool Raghav by working as his driver. Directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, this film has become a cult classic.
With: Sharmila Tagore, Om Prakash, Dharmendra
The current generation grew up with Rohit Shetty’s eponymous franchise that tells the story of four friends. However, the original Golmaal was made in 1979 and none of the four released so far can beat the OG. This one revolves around a man named Ramprasad. His boss is against all his employees having a life outside of work. And so, when he catches the first one on a hockey team, Ramprasad quickly makes up a story about having twins. This movie defies rib-tickling comedy.
With: Amol Palekar, Bindiya Goswami, Deven Sharma.
Get a glimpse into the lives of the paparazzi, their job is to follow celebrities and document every minute of their lives. Two such photographers, employed by a leading daily newspaper, accidentally come across both a corrupt builder and a murder.
With: Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri and Satish Kaushik
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