11.Talvar (2015)
It is a crime thriller about an experienced investigator who must navigate multiple conflicting theories and suspects while trying to solve a violent double homicide. The movie likely explores themes of detective work, crime, and the psychological toll of investigating violent crimes.
Cast – Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neeraj Kabi, Sohum Shah, Atul Kumar
Genre- Crime/Mystery
IMDB Rating- 8.1/10
12.Highway (2014)
It is a thriller about a young woman who is kidnapped just before her wedding and held for ransom. As the days pass, she begins to form a strange bond with her kidnapper. The movie likely explores themes of captivity, psychological manipulation, and the power dynamics of the kidnapper-victim relationship.
Cast – Alia Bhatt, Randeep Hooda
Genre- Crime/Drama/Romance
IMDB Rating- 7.6/10
13. Neerja (2016)
The story of courageous Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life while protecting the lives of 359 passengers on Pan Am Flight 73 in 1986 when it was hijacked by a terrorist organization. It is considered as one of the best Bollywood real life movies by the critics.
Cast – Sonam Kapoor, Shabana Azmi
Genre- Biography/Drama
IMDB Rating- 7.6/10
14.Stree (2018)
It is a horror-comedy set in the small town of Chanderi, where the men live in fear of an evil spirit known as “Stree” who abducts men at night. The movie is likely based on the urban legend of “Nale Ba” that became popular in Karnataka in the 1990s. It likely explores themes of superstition, fear, and the power of belief and folklore.
Cast – Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Dinesh Vijan, Raj&DK, Amar Kaushik
Genre- Comedy/Horror
IMDB Rating- 7.5/10
15.Raid (2018)
It is a political thriller about a fearless income tax officer who raids the mansion of a powerful man in Lucknow after being alerted to evidence of wrongdoing. The movie likely explores themes of corruption, power, and the inner workings of the political and legal systems in India.
Cast – Ajay Devgn, Ileana D’Cruz
Genre- Action/Crime
IMDB Rating- 7.6/10
16.Chhapaak (2020)
It is a biographical drama titled “Chhapaak” about the life of Malti, an acid attack survivor. The movie likely follows Malti’s journey from the moment of the attack through the investigation, court proceedings, medical treatment, and emotional healing. It is a powerful story of resilience and the indomitable human spirit.
Cast – Deepika Padukone, Vikrant Massey, Meghna Gulzar
Genre- Biography/Drama
IMDB Rating- 5.3/10
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17.Baby (2015)
An elite counter-intelligence unit learns of a plot, masterminded by a maniacal madman. With the clock ticking, it’s up to them to track the terrorists’ international tentacles and prevent them from striking at the heart of India.
Cast- Akshay Kumar
Genre- Action/Crime
IMDB Rating- 7.9/10
18.Ek Villain (2014)
It is a crime thriller about a man named Guru whose wife becomes the latest victim of a serial killer. In his pursuit of revenge, Guru begins to blur the line between good and evil, becoming more and more ruthless in his actions. The movie likely explores themes of grief, retribution, and the consequences of crossing moral boundaries.
Cast – Shraddha Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotr
Genre- Action /Crime
IMDB Rating- 6.5/10
19.Dil Bechara (2020)
This best hindi movie of 2020, covers the emotional journey of two hopelessly-in-love youngsters; a young girl, Kizie, who is suffering from cancer; and Manny, a boy Kizie meets at a support group.
Cast – Sushant Singh Rajput, Sanjana Sanghi
Genre- Comedy/Drama/Romance
IMDB Rating- 8.1/10
20.Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007)
An NRI and his wife decide to stay in his ancestral home, paying no heed to the warnings about ghosts. Soon, inexplicable occurrences cause him to call a psychiatrist to help solve the mystery.
Cast – Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, Shiney Ahuja
Genre- Comedy/Horror
IMDB Rating- 7.4/10
