Bollywood films are appealing to a large audience; from romance to action thrillers the Hindi film industry has covered all the genres under the sun. Apart from the low-key romance movies and crippling horror movies, there lays an empty area which is filled by the movies which are simple flip-floppy watch on a boring Sunday afternoon.
So if you are planning to stay at home resting on your couch in your comfy PJs, then we have got your back. Curl up into a comfortable warm blanket, switch off the lights and enter into the world of Bollywood movies.
Wake Up Sid
This Bollywood is a light-hearted coming-of-age movie. Set in the contemporary Mumbai, the plot of the movie revolves around careless, rich-kid Siddharth Mehra (Ranbir Kapoor), a college student who is taught to own up the responsibilities by Aisha (Konkana Sen Sharma), an aspiring writer from Kolkata. The movie is a comfy watch with some incredible songs to keep you amazed and engaged in watching the film.
Imtiaz Ali directed Tamasha is a cult classic. The 2015 movie did an average business at the Box Office but received really great reviews from the critics. The first half of the movie is briefly shot in the breathtaking backdrop of Corsica and the valleys of Shimla. The film narrates the story of Ved (Ranbir Kapoor) in three stages- as a nine-year-old child, a 19-year old adolescent and a 30-year old in a drama-based non-linear screenplay. Deepika Padukone essays the character of Tara who helps Ved realize his heart’s desire and helps him follow his dreams.
The 2012 movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is appreciated by everyone. The film follows the journey of three childhood friends Arjun (Hrithik Roshan), Kabir (Abhay Deol), and Imran (Farhan Akhtar) who reunite for a three-week road trip. During their road trip, each of them decides to choose a dangerous sport, the other one is afraid of. The film is a sheer delight to watch over a weekend as it is shot in Spain. Kalki Koechlin and Katrina Kaif also play a pivotal role in the movie. The film, in the end, gives a simple message of “You won’t get life twice.” Bonus, if you love short poetries this movie will surely fulfill your desire.
Love Aaj Kal
The movie released in 2009 is a light-hearted romantic comedy. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film portrays that the feeling of pure love which never changes, even when one’s perspective changes for it. The film switches back and forth between now and the bygone and surely is a delight for the person who believes in the concept of a soul mate. With Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone as the lead, the movie surely pulls the strings of your heart.
Cocktail is a 2012 romantic comedy film following the journey of Gautam (Saif Ali Khan), Veronica (Deepika Padukone) and debutant Diana Penty as Meera. The movie revolved around these three characters and the ups and downs in their life. The story takes a twist when all three characters catch feelings for each other, who will choose whom, to know it watch the movie.
The list may go and on but the weekend only lasts for a few hours, so we have shortlisted the best for you. Enjoy your watch!