Mumbai, India (CU)_ It is known that South movies strike a wonderful chord with audiences and keep us engrossed in the plot. These box office masterpieces also serve as inspiration for Bollywood and provide a great deal of entertainment for everyone. Several Bollywood films have been influenced by South films and have become box office hits similar to the original movies. We have discussed here a list of Bollywood remakes of South Indian films that you should watch.
Swades
Swades was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, and Shahrukh Khan plays the lead role. The story of the film was based on the novel Chigurida Kanasu by Shivaram Karanth. The story follows the life of an NRI in the USA who returns to homeland in search of his childhood nanny and meets her in a remote village, where he begins his reform work.
Wanted
Wanted is an action drama. Audience and critics praised Salman Khan’s blockbuster film Wanted. The famous choreographer Prabhu Deva directed this film. The cast of the film includes Mahesh Babu, Ileana D’Cruz, Prakash Raj, and Nassar and it is a remake of Telugu film Pokiri. The story follows an undercover operation by the police to wipe off rowdyism in the city.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Bhool Bhulaiyaa is an horror-comedy drama directed by Priyadarshan. Bhool Bhulaiyaa features Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan in lead roles. This film is a remake of the 1993 Malayalam film Manichitrathazhu, which starred Mohanlal and Shobana in the key roles. The story follows an evil spirit which waits for years in the palace to take revenge on the king who murdered her and her lover.
Drishyam
Drishyam, starring Ajay Devgn and Shreya Reddy, is a film about a father who is willing to go to any extent to protect his family following an unexpected crime committed by them. It is a family-based thriller movie which was a box office hit in many languages. Drishyam was originally made in Malayalam, which featured superstar Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sarath, Siddique, and Kalabhavan Shajon in the lead roles. From beginning to end, this film will have you on the edge of your seat.
Rowdy Rathore
Rowdy Rathore is an action drama. This film was directed by Prabhu Deva, and features Akshay Kumar in dual roles and Sonakshi Sinha in the prominent role. This movie is a remake of Vikramarkudu, a Telugu film that was released in 2006. The story follows the life of a local thief who looks exactly like a brave policeman who pledges to save the village from a rowdy gang.
Hera Pheri
Hera Pheri is a famous comedy film directed by Priyadarshan, and is one of the best entertaining films that can make your dull day into a fun one. Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Suniel Shetty feature in the key roles. Even after several years, the movie continues to entertain everyone. This movie is a remake of the Malayalam film Ramji Rao Speaking, which was released in 1989.
Housefull
Houseful is a comedy drama directed by Sajid Khan. This movie is a nice watch and will undoubtedly relieve your stress with its impeccable comedy timing. The film was partially based on Kamal Hassan and Prabhu Deva’s Tamil film Kaathala Kaathala. The story follows the life events of two couples and the confusions caused in their life. From the start to the end, the film is a comedy epic.
