The year 2022 became significant for compelling Bollywood movies. Some of the best filmmakers in the industry presented new masterpieces while new voices joined them, giving us all hope for the future of cinema. It’s about the movies themselves, one that inspires us, takes us somewhere new, or challenges us, whether they’re on a small or big screen. Read on about the best Hindi movies that prove how much there is to watch in 2022.
- Brahmastra Part One: Shiva
There was a lot of buzz prior to this big-budget movie release. Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, the film got the fans excited with its mythological references, action sequences and visual effects. Another major highlight of the film is the love story of its lead pair, Shiva and Isha. The dreamy setups and romantic songs make the film magical and interesting to watch. Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Dimple Kapadia, and other significant actors are featured in Brahmastra. The movie is worth watching and deserves a spot at the top of the list of super-hit Hindi movies.
- Badhaai Do
Given that it boasts of having one of Bollywood’s most unusual plots, this is one movie you should not miss. The lives of Sumi and Shardul are the central focus of Badhaai Do. As closeted gay and lesbian community members, they lead dual and socially-repressed lives. To obtain a cover while pursuing romantic interests of their choice, Sumi and Shardul get married. At first, things go smoothly for them as a pretend couple. But as events unfold, their secrets gain the public light and spark a lot of drama and tension. The movie isn’t too serious and features some of the funniest scenes that will lift your mood as well.
- Maja Ma
Maja Ma stars the veteran actress Madhuri Dixit. She plays Pallavi Patel, a graceful dancer, devoted wife, and loving mother. Her family’s life is serene, but soon everything changes when a rumor about Pallavi alters the direction of her life forever. The film deals with the family’s struggle to accept her sexual preference, gender dynamics, the lack of sex in marriages, and the social and cultural conditioning of families and individuals.
- Khuda Haafiz: Chapter 2 Agni Pariksha
The sequel to the 2020 action thriller, Khuda Haafiz, begins with Nargis (Shivaleeka Oberoi) struggling to recover from the mental and physical abuse she faced in Noman. On the other hand, Sameer (Vidyut Jamwal) brings home Nandini, an orphan who soon becomes the source of the couple’s happiness. But this joy is fleeting since Nandini disappears and becomes a victim of a horrendous crime. To sum it all up, Vidyut’s action scenes in Khuda Haafiz 2 are phenomenal, and the plot keeps you hooked until the end.
- Laal Singh Chaddha
Laal Singh Chaddha is a remake of the popular Hollywood movie, Forrest Gump (FG). The complex plot and deep yet straightforward perspective on life and its purpose, make it a difficult narrative to recreate. You witness a simpleton bumbling through life and discovering the solutions on the way rather than seeking them out. Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Mona Singh play major roles in the story. Laal Singh Chadda maintains the traditional values that make it worth watching with your family, especially in this era of evolving culture.
Even though 2022 is ending, many more Hindi movies have yet to be released to the masses. In the meantime, you can go through the list above, and marvel at the gems that shined bright this year.
