10 Bollywood Movies Which Are Remake of Hollywood Movies
Bollywood, the Hindi film industry in India, is known for its vibrant and diverse range of movies. Over the years, Bollywood has produced numerous blockbuster films that have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. While many Bollywood movies have unique storylines and original concepts, there have also been instances where filmmakers have drawn inspiration from Hollywood and remade popular films to suit the Indian audience.
Here, we present 10 Bollywood movies that are remakes of Hollywood movies.
Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991) - Inspired by It Happened One Night (1934)
Starring Aamir Khan and Pooja Bhatt, this romantic comedy follows a wealthy heiress who runs away from her overbearing father and encounters a charming and witty journalist during her journey. The film is a faithful remake of the classic Hollywood film "It Happened One Night," which won five Academy Awards.
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Ghajini (2008) - Inspired by Memento (2000)
Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, "Ghajini" tells the story of a man suffering from short-term memory loss seeking revenge for the murder of his beloved. The film takes inspiration from Christopher Nolan's critically acclaimed "Memento" and adds a Bollywood twist to the narrative.
Sarkar (2005) - Inspired by The Godfather (1972)
Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, "Sarkar" stars Amitabh Bachchan in the lead role and draws heavy inspiration from Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece "The Godfather." The film explores the dynamics of a powerful family involved in politics and organized crime.
We Are Family (2010) - Inspired by Stepmom (1998)
Starring Kajol, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Arjun Rampal, "We Are Family" is a heartfelt drama about a divorced mother and her children coming to terms with their father's new partner, who becomes a positive influence in their lives. The film is an adaptation of the Hollywood film "Stepmom."
Bang Bang! (2014) - Inspired by Knight and Day (2010)
Bang Bang starring Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif in the lead is an action packed adventure film filled with thrilling sequences and intense chemistry between the lead characters. The film is a remake of the Hollywood film "Knight and Day".
Baazigar (1993) - Inspired by A Kiss Before Dying (1991)
Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Shilpa Shetty, "Baazigar" is a psychological thriller about a young man seeking revenge against a powerful family. The film draws inspiration from the Hollywood movie "A Kiss Before Dying" but adds its own Bollywood flair.
Kaante (2002) - Inspired by Reservoir Dogs (1992)
This action-thriller movie was a remake of the Hollywood movie 'Reservoir Dogs' (1992). The film starred an ensemble cast that included Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, and Mahesh Manjrekar.
Players (2012) - Inspired by The Italian Job (2003)
It is a remake of the Hollywood movie 'The Italian Job' (2003). The film starred Abhishek Bachchan, Bipasha Basu, and Sonam Kapoor in lead roles.
Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006) - Inspired by 'Closer (2004)
This Karan Johar-directed movie was a remake of the Hollywood movie 'Closer' (2004). The film starred Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Preity Zinta, and Abhishek Bachchan.
Salaam-E-Ishq (2007) - Inspired by Love Actually (2003)
This romantic comedy was a remake of the Hollywood movie 'Love Actually' (2003). The film starred a star-studded cast, including Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Anil Kapoor, Juhi Chawla, and Akshaye Khanna