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Jul 30, 2020 · Bollywood movies are known for their song and dance sequences. Indian cinema evolved separately from Hollywood, and retains its own characteristics. One of the most striking examples of Bollywood's unique aesthetic are the movies' use of song and dance. "The celebrated song and dance sequences of Bollywood show no influence of the Hollywood ...
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Hindi cinema, popularly known as Bollywood and formerly as Bombay cinema, refers to the film industry based in Mumbai, engaged in production of motion pictures in Hindi language. The popular term Bollywood is a portmanteau of "Bombay" (former name of Mumbai) and "Hollywood".
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- Monica, O My Darling (2022) Released just last year, Monica, O My Darling is one of the most memorable Bollywood comedy movies of recent times. Starring Rajkummar Rao, Huma Qureshi, and Radhika Apte in the leading roles, the movie is a perfectly composed crime thriller with the dressings of a black comedy.
- 3 Idiots (2009) An iconic and highly influential film, 3 Idiots is a movie about pressures of college life in India’s top engineering institutes. The movie was co-written and directed by Rajkumar Hirani, and stars Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi in the leading roles.
- Malamaal Weekly (2006) Malamaal Weekly is a darkly comical treasure hunt set in the landscapes of rural India. The movie is directed by Priyadarshan, the same man behind Hera Pheri and Bhagam Bhag.
- Delhi Belly (2011) Bollywood filmmakers also produce impressive black comedies every so often, among which Delhi Belly is the most famous. With Imran Khan, Vir Das, and Kunaal Roy Kapur in the leading roles, the movie follows the convoluted events in the lives of three roommates, all of which start when one of them unknowingly mixes up two deliveries — a package of precious diamonds, and a stool sample for a local doctor.
5 hours ago · A comedy film series that showcased Ajay Devgn’s comic timing like no other. From all the blockbuster Rohit Shetty instalments, Golmaal is the OG movie that holds a special place in the list of ...
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- Hera Pheri. Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Sunil Shetty. 833 votes. Hera Pheri, directed by Priyadarshan, can be hailed as a quintessential Bollywood comedy classic, with an ensemble cast of talented actors like Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal.
- 3 Idiots. Kareena Kapoor, Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan. 835 votes. An exceptional blend of uproarious humor and profound life lessons, 3 Idiots is a true gem in Indian cinema.
- PK (movie) Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma, Boman Irani. 1,691 votes. Another Rajkumar Hirani masterpiece, PK explores the concept of religion through the eyes of an alien, played by Aamir Khan.
- Andaz Apna Apna. Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Paresh Rawal. 655 votes. A cult classic, Andaz Apna Apna boasts an ensemble cast of comedy legends, including Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Raveena Tandon, and Karisma Kapoor.
17. Dulhe Raja. 1998 2h 23m Not Rated. 6.8 (3.3K) Rate. Poor Raja opens a fast food restaurant right opposite a five star hotel run by it's owner Singhania, earning his wrath. The wealthy hotel owner uses all his influence to remove Raja, but in vain. Things get worse for the wealthy man, when his daughter Kiran wants to marry the poor hotelier ...
2. Phir Hera Pheri. 2006 2h 33m. 7.3 (28K) Rate. Baburao, Raju and Shyam are living happily after having risen from rags to riches. Still, money brings the joy of riches and with it the greed to make more money. And so, with a don as an unknowing investor, Raju initiates a new game.
