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7 National Award-winning Bollywood movies you can watch on Netflix: Alia Bhatt’s Gangubai Kathiawadi, Aamir Khan’s Rang De Basanti and more

Nov 5, 2024 · 6:24 PM Blog

The National Film Awards are a prestigious honor that is bestowed upon the best of Indian cinema every year. A variety of Hindi titles that have received this honor are available on Netflix. Check out this list of some of the National Award-winning Bollywood movies you can watch on Netflix, which include Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi, Aamir Khan-led Rang De Basanti, and more.

7 National Award-winning Bollywood movies on Netflix to entertain you:

1. Gangubai Kathiawadi

Running Time: 2 hours 34 mins
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
Movie Genre: Biography/Crime/Drama
Movie Star Cast: Alia Bhatt, Shantanu Maheshwari, Ajay Devgn, Vijay Raaz, Seema Pahwa, Jim Sarbh, Indira Tiwari
Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Writer: Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Utkarshini Vashishtha
Year of release: 2022

We start our piece of National Award-winning Bollywood movies on Netflix with the crime thriller Gangubai Kathiawadi. It is the story of a woman who is sold into a br*thel at a very young age. The film premiered at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival and then received a lot of love in India. It won 5 National Awards, including Best Actress, Best Screenplay (Adapted), Best Dialogue, Best Editing, and Best Make-up Artist.

2. Pad Man

Running Time: 2 hours 20 mins
IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
Movie Genre: Comedy/Drama
Movie Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Radhika Apte, Sonam Kapoor
Director: R Balki
Writer: R Balki, Swanand Kirkire
Year of release: 2018

Another National Award-winning Hindi film on Netflix is Pad Man. The social drama sheds light on the importance of proper sanitation for women during their menstruation period. It showcases the journey of a man who wishes to make affordable sanitary pads for women in rural areas. Pad Man secured the Best Film on Other Social Issues category at the National Awards.

3. Haider

Running Time: 2 hours 40 mins
IMDb Rating: 8/10
Movie Genre: Crime/Thriller
Movie Star Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Tabu, Kay Kay Menon, Shraddha Kapoor, Irrfan Khan
Director: Vishal Bhardwaj
Writer: Vishal Bhardwaj, Basharat Peer
Year of release: 2014

Haider is a modern-day adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. It is about a student who returns to Kashmir during a time of conflict and is looking for answers about his missing father. Haider won big at the National Awards, securing victory in multiple categories including Best Male Playback Singer, Best Dialogue, Best Costume Design, Best Music Direction (Songs), and Best Choreography.

4. Rang De Basanti

Running Time: 2 hours 39 mins
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
Movie Genre: Crime/Drama
Movie Star Cast: Aamir Khan, Siddharth, Sharman Joshi, Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kapoor, R Madhavan, Atul Kulkarni, Waheeda Rehman, Alice Patten
Director: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra
Writer: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Kamlesh Pandey, Rensil D’Silva, Prasoon Joshi
Year of release: 2006

Rang De Basanti is another Bollywood film on Netflix that has won multiple National Awards. It was honored in the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, Best Male Playback Singer, Best Audiography, and Best Editing categories. The film is about a group of students who want to change the country for the better after a tragedy.

5. Kal Ho Naa Ho

Running Time: 3 hours 6 mins
IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
Movie Genre: Romance/Drama
Movie Star Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, Saif Ali Khan, Jaya Bachchan
Director: Nikkhil Advani
Writer: Karan Johar, Niranjan Iyengar
Year of release: 2003

Kal Ho Naa Ho is a timeless classic available to watch on Netflix. The movie revolves around Naina, an MBA student in New York. It showcases her journey of love and friendship. KHNH is immensely loved for its music, apart from the story and performances. It even received the Best Music Direction and Best Male Playback Singer National Awards.

6. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

Running Time: 3 hours 5 mins
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
Movie Genre: Romance/Comedy/Drama
Movie Star Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Rani Mukerji
Director: Karan Johar
Writer: Karan Johar
Year of release: 1998

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai has the National Awards for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and Best Female Playback Singer in its kitty. The movie is a love triangle between college friends. It promises a ride full of emotions, romance, humor, and entertainment for the audience.

7. Hum Aapke Hain Koun

Running Time: 3 hours 13 mins
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
Movie Genre: Romance/Drama
Movie Star Cast: Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit, Mohnish Bahl, Renuka Shahane, Alok Nath, Anupam Kher, Reema Lagoo
Director: Sooraj R. Barjatya
Writer: Sooraj R. Barjatya
Year of release: 1994

Another classic National Award-winning Bollywood movie on Netflix is Hum Aapke Hain Koun. The film was honored with Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and Best Choreography. HAHK follows the love story of Prem and Nisha, which takes a turn after the latter’s sister passes away.

There are many more National Award-winning Bollywood movies on Netflix. Let us know your favorite in the comments below.

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EXCLUSIVE: After Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Bhushan Kumar gears up for Border 2, Spirit, Animal Park, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4 & more

Nov 5, 2024 · 6:24 PM Blog

Following the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Bhushan Kumar is all set to create many more IPs with franchises in the coming 2 years. In a recent interview, the producer emphasized on the power of franchises and the value it adds at the box office. The maker also termed Bhool Bhualiyaa 3 a perfect combination of franchise with good actors. Keeping in sync with the post-pandemic trends, where the franchises are slowly taking over the concept of stardom in India, Bhushan Kumar is set to bring as many as 8 franchise films in the coming few years.

According to sources close to the development, his next two for the big screen after Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 are Raid 2 and De De Pyaar De 2, which arrive in February and May 2025 respectively. A source shares, “At T Series, Bhushan Kumar is looking to create superstars out of IPs, and there are many films close to his heart in the development stage for parts two and three. The most ambitious of the lot is India’s biggest war film, Border 2, with Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh. That will be followed by Animal Park, the sequel to 2023 cult blockbuster, Animal with Ranbir Kapoor in the lead. While Border 2 begins in November 2024, Animal Park is slated to kick off in 2026 after Sandeep Reddy Vanga wraps up Spirit with Prabhas.”

The source further added that even Spirit could be a franchise in the cop space in the near future, as Sandeep Reddy Vanga is having big ideas for the action thriller led by Prabhas. “There’s also Dhamaal 4 in the development stage, scheduled to go on floors in 2025. Pati Patni Aur Woh 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4 will also be made in the coming three years – both spearheaded by Kartik Aaryan,” the source added.

Talking of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the horror comedy has entered the Rs 100 crore club in 3-days and will soon enter the Rs 150 crore club by the end of first week. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates on the aforementioned films.

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A Look at Triptii Dimriâs Pairings in Recent Movies

Nov 5, 2024 · 6:24 PM Blog

Triptii Dimri has become a popular actress, known for her amazing on-screen chemistry with various co-stars. She has starred in several films where her connections with actors like Avinash Tiwary, Ranbir Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Vicky Kaushal, and Kartik Aaryan have captivated audiences. Each pairing brings a unique charm to the stories, from haunting romances to light hearted comedies. Let’s take a closer look at her memorable collaborations and the magic they created on screen.

Triptii Dimri and Avinash Tiwary

The romance between Triptii and Avinash Tiwary in Bulbbul gave rise to one of the most unforgettable on-screen pairs. With a mix of innocence and intensity, Triptii’s chemistry with Avinash brought their characters’ twisted love story to life, deepening the film’s supernatural plot. The two also starred together in Laila Majnu, which became a noteworthy romantic movie in recent times. It also re-released in the theatres and collected approximately 11.5 crore at the box office, which was significantly more than its original collection of 2.18 to 3.25 crores.

Triptii Dimri and Ranbir Kapoor

An unexpected yet electrifying pairing, Triptii and Ranbir Kapoor’s collaboration in Animal made fans root for Triptii as an actress. Their onscreen chemistry was effortless and is still talked-about on social media. Triptii’s appeal and aura made her known as a ‘national crush’ and Bhabhi No 2.

Triptii Dimri and Rajkummar Rao

In the lighthearted comedy, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, Triptii Dimri and Rajkummar Rao shared a delightful chemistry as a quirky married couple. Their dynamic added layers of charm to the story, capturing the fun, relatable tensions and endearing moments of a relationship.

Triptii Dimri and Vicky Kaushal

Triptii and Vicky Kaushal’s comedic energy in Bad Newz was nothing short of delightful. Their chemistry thrived on witty banter and lively interaction, creating a refreshing contrast with Triptii’s typically intense roles. Together, they struck a balance between humour and the heart, taking the quirky storyline to a new level.

Triptii Dimri and Kartik Aaryan

Triptii’s pairing with Kartik Aaryan in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 brought in a playful and lighthearted energy to the screen. They shared a breezy and youthful chemistry, adding a fresh vibe to their scenes.

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