Music is the soul food, and Bollywood movies feed that bottomless pit with timeless hits. Bollywood musicals have evolved over the years, blending traditional melodies with contemporary beats powered by songs that connect with audiences in India and worldwide.
Since 2010, Bollywood has churned out musical movies with powerful narratives and unforgettable soundtracks that we still relate to today in 2024.
Here are our top 5 musical movies:
Gully Boy
IMDb Rating: 7.9/10
Year: 2019
Actors: Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Varma
Directed by Zoya Akhtar, Gully Boy was inspired by the lives of Indian street rappers DIVINE and Naezy in the slums of Mumbai. The film won accolades at the Film Fare Awards. Some of the popular songs that connect with Indian rapping enthusiasts are Apna Time Aayega, Azadi, and Mere Gully Mein.
Rockstar
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
Year: 2011
Actors: Ranbir Kapoor, Nargis Fakhri, Aditi Rao Hydari
The soundtrack of Rockstar is too good. It features 14 songs and caused quite a hysteria with fans and awards alike. Songs that have become a cult are Sadda Haq, Kun Faya Kun, and romantic numbers like Tum Ho are still hummed today. Writing and composing 14 songs is a feat in itself which was achieved by world-renowned AR Rahman and singer Mohit Chauhan, lyricist Irshad Kamil, and movie director Imtiaz Ali.
Aashiqui 2
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Year: 2013
Actors: Aditya Roy Kapur, Shraddha Kapoor, Shaad Randhawa, Mahesh Thakur
The soundtrack of Aashiqui 2 was a rage. It still pulls at the heart’s strings. Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal created magic with their songs Sunn Raha Hai and Milne Hai Mujhse Aayi. Composed by Jeet Gannguli, the songs of Aashiqui 2 were an enormous success in India and across the world. There were electric rock and semi-classic versions that were applauded by all.
Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
IMDb Rating: 5.8/10
Year: 2016
Actors: Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Fawad Khan
Directed by Karan Johar, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil had a great soundtrack and songs that reflected the narration around love and betrayal. It highlights how the main character’s love and emotions are not reciprocated and sends him on the quest to relinquish his desires, needs, and passion for music.
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Jhoom Barabar Jhoom
IMDb Rating: 3.7/10
Year: 2007
Actors: Abhishek Bachchan, Preity Zinta, Bobby Deol, Lara Dutta
Jhoom Barabar Jhoom makes a fun and entertaining watch with feet-tapping music that will surely leave you dancing. Its comedy and romance were produced under the Yash Raj Films banner. And there’s a dance competition, and battle to spark love.
