South Indian movies have recently become very popular among the Hindi audience. They are well known for their gripping plots, action sequences, suspense, and thriller genre. Though initially, South Indian comedy movies had a low audience base, with time they are also doing exceptionally well. Some of these movies are also dubbed in Hindi for more audience reach. So if you are a South Indian comic movie buff, then here is a list of the 43 best Hindi-dubbed South Indian comedy movies.
Best South Indian Comedy Movies List (Updated 2024) –
1) Bedurulanka 2012 (2023)
Director: Clax
Genre: Comedy
IMDb Rating: 7/10
Plot: Bedurulanka is the story of a village where a rumour is spread that the world is going to end. Here, some people thrive on passion to survive, while others want to take advantage of the fear. It’s an interesting tale of comedy mixed with hope and passion.
2) Hostel (2022)
Director: Sumanth Radhakrishnan
Genre: Comedy
IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Plot: A man hides in the boys hostel after receiving a huge sum of money. The story takes a uturn when the spirit of a woman converts the boys hostel into a haunted place. What will happen next?
3) Thiruchitrambalam(2021)
Director: Perarasu
Genre: Action/Drama Comedy
IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
Plot: The movie revolves around a young man named Balu, who is a street-smart and fearless individual. Soon he gets involved in a fight with a gangster and ends up in jail. In prison, Balu meets a group of prisoners who are planning to bring down the corrupt system. He joins them and becomes a part of their mission. The movie portrays Balu’s journey from being a reckless individual to a responsible citizen who fights for justice.
4) Brand Babu (2018)
Director: P. Prabhakar
Genre: Comedy, Romance
IMDB Rating: 5.2/10
Plot: Diamond Babu is the son of a wealthy entrepreneur. He is obsessed with brands, just like his father, and his life revolves around extravagance. Life takes a turn when Diamond Babu woos his maid Radha instead of wooing the daughter of the home minister. The story shows the difficulty they both faced while establishing a relationship with their different lifestyles.
5) NRI lover 2 (2019)
Director: Mira Nair
IMDB Rating: 7.6/10
Plot: The movie begins with Bhanu, a strong, outspoken Telugu girl who loves everything Indian. She was supposed to get married to an NRI boy, but Bhanu finds out that there is a need to go to America, which is very funny. The story takes a turn when Varun enters, an NRI medical doctor who is the NRI boy that Bhanu’s sister is supposed to marry. Both of them fight over the concept of marriage, whose sibling is better, and the age-old debate between India and America. It is one of the best South Indian movies of 2019, widely claimed by the critics.
6) Romancham (2023)
Director: Jithu Madhavan
Genre: Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.7/10
Plot: It is a real story of 7 friends playing Ouija board and unexpectedly inviting a spirit, and then the situation goes out of hand. The movie is filled with laughter. So, if you are looking for a light, entertaining movie, this is a must-watch.
7) Gopala Gopala (2015)
Director: Kishore Kumar Pardasani
Genre: Comedy, Drama
IMDB Rating: 7.2/10
Plot: It is a satirical comedy that explores the relationship of man with God. The story follows Gopala Rao, an atheist, who finds himself amid a crisis after an earthquake destroys his shop. However, after Govinda Hari visits him, his life miraculously changes. The film is the remake of the 2012 Bollywood movie, OMG-Oh my God!
8) Jakkanna (2016)
Directors: Krishna Vamsi, Vamsi Krishna Akella
Genre: Action, Romance, Comedy
IMDB Rating: 6.0/10
Plot: The plot revolves around a young man who lives by the principle of helping those who have helped him. He decides to assist a gangster who had saved his life. But his good deeds backfire when the gangster decides to kill him.
9) Dadagiri 2 (2017)
Director: Lokesh Kanagaraj
Genre: Comedy, Action
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Plot: The plot revolves around four youngsters. They arrive in a big city, where their stories collide with their relationships. Everything that was going wrong in their lives started to make sense when the youngsters met each other.
10) Dangerous Khiladi (2011)
Director: Trivikram Srinivas
Genre: Action/Thriller/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 6.2/10
Plot: The movie teaches us about the importance of hard work and that there are no shortcuts to success. Ravindra Narayan believes in making quick money and does not want to work hard like his father. He meets Bittu, who is a thug and plans to rob a bank. Ravi exposes his plans, for which Bittu decides to take revenge. The movie takes a humorous angle on a man realising the importance of hard work and deciding to expose the wrongdoing of the system.
11) Main Hoon Lucky The Racer (2014)
Director: Surrender Reddy
Genre: Action, Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
Plot: The movie revolves around two brothers who are very different from one another. One brother, Ram, is sincere and follows rules and regulations, while the other, Lucky, does things his way. This movie marks the first-ever collaboration between Allu Arjun and Shruti Hassan. The movie shows us that one sibling will stand for another sibling, no matter how hard the problem is. Life takes a turn when Ram tries to prevent Shiva Reddy, a corrupt politician, from participating in elections. While Lucky unknowingly gets the files and threatens to expose those files. This causes Shiva Reddy to put him and his family on the hit list, leading to a rift between the two brothers.
12) No. 1 Businessman (2012)
Director: Puri Jagannadh
Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama
IMDB Rating: 7.1/10
Plot: This movie is for those who like tall, dark, and handsome men. The plot is a cliché; however, it is one of the best South Indian comedy movies. A ruthless businessman who wants to conquer the mafia world falls in love with the daughter of the police commissioner. Even though the story is predictable, the acting makes up for it. With his boyish charms, Mahesh Babu makes the movie much more entertaining to watch. Prakash Raj, who is mostly known for his roles as a villain, plays the role of the father.
13) The Real Tiger (2011)
Director: Srinu Vaitla
Genre: Action, Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.6/10
Plot: The film is inspired by the 2003 German tragicomedy film Goodbye, Lenin! The film tells us about how an honest police officer can do whatever is in his control to serve the nation. It sheds light on the dirty politics played in the system to gain power. Shankar Nagar is an independent MLA of the constituency of Shankar Nagar. After an accident, he goes into a coma. His son, Ajay, is a police officer who is working on the mission of exposing a don. Will he be successful? What happens to his father? Watch the movie to find out!
14) Cheetah The Power Of One (Athadu) (2013)
Director: Trivikram Srinivas
Genre: Action, Comedy, Musical
IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
Plot: The movie has been dubbed in Hindi as “Cheetah- The Power Of One”. The film went on and became one of the highest-grossing Telugu films and marked Mahesh Babu’s career resurgence after a few unsuccessful films. It was later remade in Bollywood as ‘Ek’. A gunman is hired to frame the fake assassination of a politician. But the politician is killed and he is framed for murder. He assumes the identity of a dead man to escape the police.
15) Makkhi (Eega) (2012)
Director: S.S Rajamouli
Genre: Action, Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
Plot: Eega became one of the highest-grossing Telegu films of 2012 and received 2 National Film Awards, 5 Film Fare Awards, and 3 South Indian International Awards. The plot revolves around Nani, who is in love with his neighbour Bindu. Bindu also reciprocates the same feelings, but she keeps them hidden. Life takes turn when a powerful industrialist, Sudeep, develops a deep infatuation towards Bindu, sees Nani as his rival, and later kills him. But Nani is reincarnated as a fly and vows to protect Bindu. This film shows the power of love. The Hindi-dubbed version is called “Makkhi.”
16) Shivaji The Boss (2007)
Director: S. Shankar
Genre: Action/Adventure/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.5/10
Plot: The movie is about a fight between one man and the whole system. With a budget of 60 crore, the film was a commercial hit and collected 75 crores in India and 130 crores worldwide. It has even been dubbed in Hindi as “Shivaji—The Boss.” The plot revolves around Shivaji, who returns to India to work for the welfare of the nation, but a few government officials stand in his way and stop him by destroying and confiscating his wealth. The rest of the movie is about how he overcomes all these obstacles uniquely and interestingly.
17) Chandramukhi (2005)
Director: P. Vasu
Genre: Comedy, Horror
IMDB Rating: 7.1/10
Plot: This movie is one of the best horror comedy movies in South India and is also dubbed in Hindi. Chandramukhi was filmed in 2005 with a budget of 20 crores, and it managed to collect 45 crores in India and 75 crores worldwide. The story revolves around Senthil and Ganga, who marry against the wishes of their family and move into a new house. Soon after, they find that the house is haunted and seek professional help. Dr. Saravanan comes to their rescue.
18) The Super Khiladi ( Brindavanam ) (2010)
Director: Vamsi Paidipally
Genre: Romantic/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.3/10
Plot: The film was both a critical and commercial success. It became the second biggest hit in Telugu cinema after Simha. It was remade in Hindi as “The Super Khiladi” in 2012. Krish and Indu love one another and have a friend, Bhoomi, who helps them avoid a suitor, whom she doesn’t want to marry. So Krish decides to pretend to be her boyfriend. Things escalate quickly when Bhoomi’s family starts to like Krish. Will Krish be able to solve this chaos? What happens to Indu?
19) Life Mein Twist (2018)
Director: Manjula Ghattamaneni
Genre: Romance, drama, comedy
IMDB Rating: 6.7/10
Plot: The movie is released by the original name of Manasuku Nachindi. It stars Sundeep Kishan and Amyra Dastur in lead roles. The movie follows the story of two best friends who are forced to marry each other. However, they manage to run away and start living with each other. It is one of the best South Indian comedy movies in recent time.
20) Naani Maa (2004)
Director: Sundar Surya,
Genre: Comedy, drama
IMDB Rating: 6.6/10
Plot: This movie depicts the precious bond between a grandmother and her grandson. Directed by Sundar Surya, this movie stars Naga Shaurya, Shamili, and Sumithra in pivotal roles. It traces the story of Santosh, who can go to any extent to keep his grandmother happy. This was one of the best South Indian comedy movies dubbed in Hindi in 2019.
21) Thillu Mullu (1981)
Director: K. Balachander
Genre: Comedy
IMDB Rating: 8.6/10
Plot: A remake of the 979 films Gol Maal, it stars Rajinikanth, Sowcar Janaki, Madhavi, and Viji Chandrasekhar in supporting roles. The film is about Chandran, who lies to his boss to get a leave but gets caught. To save his job, he is forced to pretend to his boss that he has a twin brother.
22) Kadhalikka Neramillai (1964)
Director: C. V. Sridhar
Genre: Romantic, comedy
IMDB Rating: 8.1/10
Plot: The plot of Kadhalikka Neramillai revolves around Viswanathan, an estate owner who hopes to get his daughters Nirmala and Kanchana married to wealthy grooms. However, Nirmala falls in love with Ashok, a poor man who was once employed by Vishwanathan.
23) Mirchi (2013)
Director: Siva Koratala
Genre: Action/Drama/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.3/10
Plot: While playing guitar, Jai Bharath Varma is accosted by a young woman who asks him to save her from a gang of thugs. The conflict is then resolved by Jay without fighting. She introduces herself as Manasa. Slowly, they become friends. But one day she begs Jai to leave her, as she can’t stand the prospect of being separated from him in the future if their relationship progresses any further. Afterward, he returns to India and changes the mind of Manasa’s brother, so when they take a holiday, he goes to his village with him. It’s there that he changes their nature and makes them more lovable, whereas everyone is conservative by nature.
24) Bheeshma (2020)
Director: Venky Kudumula
Genre: Action/Comedy/Romance
IMDB Rating: 6.6/10
Plot: Bheeshma is a meme creator who vows to remain single. But he breaks all vows when he meets Chaitra, an employee at Bheeshma Organics. Chaitra becomes CEO, but trouble ensues when the company launches a shady product. Will Bheeshma be able to protect Chaitra and confess his love?
25) Devdas (2018)
Director: Sriram Adittya T
Genre: Comedy/Drama/Action
IMDB Rating: 7.5/10
Plot: Devdas is a 2018 Telugu action comedy that has everything you can ask for. Das, an honest, sweet doctor, meets Deva, a feared gangster. An unexpected friendship emerges when Deva goes for treatment in the hospital. Das’ life changes when Deva takes hospice in his clinic.
26) Nandanam (2002)
Director: Ranjith
Genre: Comedy/Drama/Romance
IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
Plot: The most well-crafted fantasy romantic Malayalam movie. An old woman hires domestic help named Balamani. The maid falls in love with the old woman’s grandson, Manu. What follows is a tale of comedy and romance seen like never before.
27) GoliSoda (2016)
Director: Raghu Jaya
Genre: Action/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.7/10
Plot: This Kannada film follows the lives of four friends who are very odd and eccentric in their ways. This movie is full of comedy, first loves, groundbreaking insults, and their destiny. Their youth becomes adventurous when they fall into trouble with a powerful man. Follow them in this beautiful, hilarious work as they try to protect themselves and their loved ones.
28) Rangasthalam (2018)
Director: Sukumar
Genre: Action/Drama/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 8.2/10
Plot: A political drama set in the villages of South India in the 1950s. The story follows a man with a hearing impairment and his elder brother, who decides to end the evil rule of the corrupt village headman. It has comedy, action, and drama all dissolved into one, giving the audience a blockbuster.
29) Chalo (2018)
Director: Venky Kudumula
Genre: Romance/Action/Comedy
IMDB Rating: 6.2/10
Plot: This movie is a modern South Indian take on Romeo and Juliet. The story revolves around Hari and Karthika falling in love, but they are unaware of the difference in their castes. They decide to fight for their love and convince their parents despite being old.
30) F2: Fun and Frustration (2019)
Director: Anil Ravipudi
Genre: Comedy/Romance
IMDB Rating: 6.1/10
Plot: Venky sees himself as a harassed husband of Harika. Only days after marriage, he faces those problems that are the stuff of husband-wife jokes. Varun falls in love with Harika’s sister, Honey. In no time, Venky and Varun become comically frustrated partners when they realise that the sisters are a nightmare. Who is responsible for the skirmishes between the two couples? Will they ever patch up?
31) Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya (2019)
Director: Swaroop RSJ
Genre: Comedy/Detective fiction
IMDB Rating: 8.4/10
Plot: A private detective, who runs his own agency, solves menial cases with the help of his assistant. However, things take a serious turn when a father wants him to investigate his daughter’s murder.
32) Kanchana (2011)
Director: Raghav Laurence
Genre: Horror comedy
Plot: The movie revolves around Raghava, who is afraid of ghosts and spirits. He lives with his mother, brother, sister-in-law, and nephew. One day, Raghava and his nephew encounter a ghost in their house, and soon this incident leads to a series of paranormal activities. However, Raghava seeks the help of a priest to get rid of the ghost, but things take a turn when she is possessed by the ghost of a transgender woman named Kanchana. Kanchana wants to seek revenge against those who wronged her in the past. Raghava, now possessed by Kanchana, sets out to fulfil her revenge and protect his family from the wrath of the other ghosts.
33)Raja the Great (2017)
Director: Anil Ravipudi
Genre: Action/comedy
IMDB rating: 6.4/10
Plot: The plot revolves around Raja, who is a blind man. He is trained to become a skilled fighter and takes on a dangerous mission to protect a young girl from a gangster.
34) Nuvvu nenu (2001)
Director: Teja
Genre: Romantic Comedy
IMDB Rating: 7.1/10
Plot: The plot revolves around Uma and Raju. They are two college students from different family backgrounds. The duo falls in love with each other but faces several challenges to their relationship.
35) Soodhu kavvum (2013)
Director: Nalan kumarasamy
genre: Dark comedy/crime Thriller
IMDB rating:8.3/10
Plot: Soodhu Kavvum is a Tamil language film that was later dubbed in Hindi. The movie revolves around four men who are struggling to make a living. They are drawn into a kidnapping plot by a corrupt cop, who also involves a mentally unstable man. The kidnapping plot goes awry, and the group finds themselves in a web of chaos and danger. The movie is a dark comedy that explores the themes of crime, corruption, and human greed. It is known for its witty dialogues, engaging plot, and brilliant performances by the cast.
36) Panchathanthiram (2002)
Director: K.S Ravikumar
Genre: Comedy
IMDB rating:8.2/10
Plot: The movie revolves around a group of five friends who are involved in various hilarious situations. The story starts when Ram and his wife Mythili come to India for a vacation. Ram’s friends decide to play a prank on him by making him believe that Mythili has been kidnapped. This leads to a series of misunderstandings and comical situations, and the group gets entangled in a web of lies and deceit.
37) Shankar dada MBBS(2004)
Director: Jayanth C Paranjee
Genre: Comedy/Drama
IMDB rating: 7.3/10
Plot: The story revolves around Shankar, a hot-headed and arrogant man who is forced by his grandmother to become a doctor. Initially, he rejects the idea, but eventually, he joins a medical college and starts to learn the importance of empathy and compassion in medicine. Along the way, he meets a group of like-minded individuals who share his passion for helping others. The movie is well known for its hilarious moments, heartwarming messages, and strong performances by the cast.
38)Oosaravelli(2011) (also known as Mar Mitenge in Hindi)
Director: Surender Reddy
Genre: Action-Comedy
IMDb rating: 6.2/10
Plot: The movie revolves around a guy named Tony, who is seeking revenge for his friend’s death. He meets a girl named Niharika, who becomes his love interest. Tony’s life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a time machine, which he uses to travel back in time to prevent the death of his friend. However, this leads to unforeseen consequences, and Tony must fight to set things right. The movie features a blend of action, comedy, and romance. It is also known for its engaging plot and entertaining performances.
39) Brindavanam(2010)
Director: Vamsi Paidipally
Genre: Comedy/Drama
IMDB rating: 7.0/10
Plot: Brindavanam is a Telugu comedy-drama film that was dubbed in Hindi. The movie revolves around a young man named Krish, who is determined to reunite his girlfriend’s estranged family. He visits their hometown in a rural village in Andhra Pradesh and poses as a prospective groom for one of the family’s daughters to get closer to them. However, things get complicated when he realises that the family is facing their own personal issues, including a property dispute and a bitter rivalry with a neighbouring family. Krish tries to resolve these issues and bring the family back together.
40) Appu Raja (1990)
Director: Singeetam Srinivasa
Genre: Comedy
IMDB rating : 7.2/10
Plot: The film follows the story of twins, Appu and Raja, who are separated at birth due to a twist of fate. While Appu is raised as a dwarf, Raja grows up to be a rich and influential man. When they finally meet as adults, they decide to switch places and take on each other’s identities. This results in comedic situations.
41.Avane Srimannarayana (2019)
Director: Sachin B Ravi
Genre: Adventure Comedy
IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
Plot: The plot revolves around a corrupt police officer who is trying to escape the hands of two brothers who are against each other. All of them vie for a treasure chest that was hidden fifteen years ago as well. The film was highly praised by fans and critics at the time of release and even won accolades for its action direction.
42. Kolamaavu Kokila (2018)
Director: Nelson Dilipkumar
Genre: Comedy-crime
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
Plot: The plot revolves around Kokila and how she gets out of the drug cartel. Kokila is forced to get into the drug mafia due to life circumstances. This film marks a benchmark for Nelson’s filmmaking, and it also gained audience appreciation for comic timing. Kolamaavu Kokila was the directorial debut of Nelson Dilipkumar.
43. Nna Thaan Case Kodu (2022)
Director: Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval
Genre: Courtroom–Satire
IMDb rating: 8/10
Plot: Arguably, it is one of the best Malayalam films to come out last year. The film title, which literally translates to ‘Sue Me.’ It is a courtroom satire that follows the tale of a petty thief who is wrongly arrested for theft. He was bit by the guard dogs of the house and also accused of stealing. The film sheds light on the nonchalance of politicians, who are not held accountable for ignoring their tasks. The performance of Kunchacko Boban, coupled with the ruthless comedy, earned a place in the hearts of fans as well.
FAQS
1) Which is the best comedy movie in Tamil
Ninaivil Nindraval is the best tamil comedy movie with an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. It’s a story of a young girl who has lost her memory moves to a new city & then again loses her memory.
2) – What are the must watch South Indian comedy movies?
This list of Hindi dubbed south indian comedy movies is a must watch for comedy lovers. You can start with Romancham, it’s a Hindi dubber south Indian horror comedy movie released in 2023, available to watch on Hotstar.
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