Have you ever watched a film that has given you an instant headache, the kind that just refuses to go no matter how many painkillers you pop? While Bollywood manages to produce a few decent films a year, there are many productions that have left us all traumatised. The worst part is that some of the worst Bollywood films are from the biggest stars of the Hindi film industry. Our blind love for the actors often drives us to the theatre only to come out with gut-wrenching regret. So, if you’re planning a movie marathon for this weekend, make sure you exclude these pain-inducing horrors. Or…just recommend them to someone you don’t like very much.
1. Himmatwala (2013)
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A young man returns to his native village on a mission of vengeance after his father dies by suicide in the wake of false accusations.
Do not stream on Netflix.
2. Durgamati — The Myth (2020)
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In the dirty world of politics and crime, an innocent Chanchal has to put everything on the line to prove her innocence and bring justice to Shakti and the people that he loved so much. As she gets tangled in a web of deceit, Chanchal must face powers, both natural and supernatural, to fulfil her destiny.
Read our review, and do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
3. Mastizaade (2016)
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Two womanising bachelors fall in love with twin sisters who run a sex addiction clinic. ‘Nuff said.
Do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
4. Half Girlfriend (2017)
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A small-town boy falls in love with a city girl and wants her to be his girlfriend. But she views their relationship differently and suggests a compromise.
Do not stream on Netflix.
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5. Coolie No. 1 (2020)
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After being insulted by a rich businessman named Rosario, Jai Kishen teaches him a lesson by getting his daughter married to Raju, a coolie posing as a millionaire. Soon, Raju’s real identity is exposed but he cooks up a story of having a filthy rich twin. One lie leads to another and things start to go out of hand.
Read our review, and do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
6. Laxmii (2020)
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Aasif’s belief in logic and science shatters when he gets possessed by a ghost. What starts as a comical journey soon unearths a dark secret.
Read our review, and do not stream on Disney Plus Hotstar.
7. 1921 (2018)
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Based in the year 1921, the film deals with Ayush and Rose’s battle with extreme paranormal activities created by a ruthless and cursed spirit that will lead them to their ultimate redemption or downfall.
Do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
8. Mubarakan (2017)
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Chaos ensues after two orphaned twin brothers, who were raised apart, team up with their eccentric, unmarried uncle to find a solution to their romantic woes.
Do not stream on Netflix.
9. Race 3 (2018)
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Race 3 is the grand saga of a family that deals in borderline crime but is ruthless and vindictive. Characters change their characteristics at the blink of an eye as the story rushes towards a high octane climax.
Do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
10. Thugs of Hindostan (2018)
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A story about one man’s love for his nation and another’s love for power. An epic adventure filled with edge-of-the-seat thrills and war on the seas.
Do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
11. Street Dancer 3-D (2020)
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A coming-of-age story based on the lives of street dancers.
Do not stream on Amazon Prime Video.
12. What’s Your Raashee (2009)
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To protect his family from ruin, Yogesh must marry his dream girl in only 10 days, so he rushes into dating women with different astrological signs.
Do not stream on Netflix.
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13. Bombay Velvet (2015)
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Johnny Balraj grows desperate to make it big in Bombay and woo Rosie. In his attempts, he unknowingly gets sucked into a void of deception and greed.
Do not stream on Disney Plus Hotstar.
14. Bullett Raja (2013)
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Raja, a victim of a flawed system, turns into a dreaded gangster and wages a war against the police, the government, and industrialists.
Do not stream on Disney Plus Hotstar.
15. Shaandaar (2015)
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An industrialist’s daughter is forced to marry a rich heir by her greedy grandmother as her adopted sister bonds with the charming wedding planner.
Do not stream on Netflix.
We suggest you skip the movies in this list of worst Bollywood films and try the following:
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