Suggest some good thriller series or movie ( bollywood) which have full of mystery and suspense and thriller. I have Netflix , Amazon prime and jio cinema subscription also. Plz recommend something good

Fun fact: While Sara Ali Khan occupied the lead role in Ae Watan Mere Watan with maximum screen time, critics couldn’t stop ripping her performance apart. Meanwhile, her supporting co-stars Abhay Verma (Munjya) and Sparsh Srivastava (Lapataa Ladies) had massive breakthroughs, earning rave reviews and solidifying their places in Bollywood. It’s ironic how the “lead” couldn’t lead her own film, while the so-called sidekicks sprinted past her to success. Maybe next time, the spotlight should go where it truly belongs.

The YRF Spy Universe (Ek Tha Tiger, War, Pathaan) gave Indian cinema three legendary characters: Tiger (Salman Khan), Kabir (Hrithik Roshan), and Pathaan (Shah Rukh Khan). With their charisma, backstories, and the potential for complex narratives, these characters could have been woven into a single, The Dark Knight-inspired trilogy exploring themes of sacrifice, patriotism, and the moral grey areas of espionage. Instead, we were left with standalone spectacles that barely scratched the surface of their potential.

Here’s my vision for what this cinematic universe could have been—an epic narrative titled Pathaan Zinda Hai, culminating in a story of heroic sacrifice and institutional reform.

The Narrative Structure: Building the Spy Universe

Movie 1: Pathaan Zinda Hai

1.	Premise:

Pathaan, Tiger, and Kabir, India’s most elite secret agents, are on a mission that goes horribly wrong. The public brands them as traitors. The government denounces them. But the truth is far more complex. 2. The Villain (Inspired by the Joker and Ra’s al Ghul): A criminal mastermind, working under the shadows of a secretive global crime syndicate, creates chaos across India. His goal is to destabilize the system through fear, anarchy, and corruption—forcing the nation into submission. Think of him as a blend of the Joker’s chaos and Ra’s al Ghul’s calculated destruction, slowly infiltrating institutions and turning people against the state. 3. The Agents Go Rogue: The agents uncover that key members of the government and intelligence agencies are complicit with the syndicate. They are forced to work outside the system, targeting the syndicate’s leadership through illegal and morally ambiguous actions. 4. The Internal Conflict: • Pathaan, driven by a deep sense of duty, believes in decisive, immediate action. • Kabir, the philosopher, constantly questions if the ends justify the means. • Tiger, caught in the middle, tries to maintain balance but begins to doubt the very system they fight for. Their friendship and loyalty are tested as the mission grows darker. 5. The Turning Point: As the agents close in on the syndicate, they realize the villain’s true aim: to destroy faith in the government itself. To counter this, the agents stage their own downfall, taking the blame for unauthorized killings, collateral damage, and illegal operations. 6. The Climax: The agents’ final act is both heroic and tragic. They successfully destroy the syndicate, but their actions are framed as treasonous. The government uses this as an opportunity to pass sweeping counter-terrorism reforms, similar to the Harvey Dent Act in The Dark Knight. The agents, however, are vilified, their names erased from history. 7. Ending: A RAW junior officer investigates what truly happened and confronts the head of RAW. The senior officer delivers a haunting line: “They sacrificed their honor so the system could live. Valor is more precious than life for a soldier.” As the credits roll, a mysterious call comes through. The voice on the other end says: “Pathaan zinda hai.”

Movie 2: Ek Tha Tiger: Origins of the Spy Universe

1.	Premise:

The RAW head tells the investigating officer: “This story doesn’t begin with Pathaan. It starts with a man named Tiger.” This film explores Tiger’s early years in RAW, his rise as India’s top agent, and his first encounter with the global syndicate. It reveals the roots of the organization that the agents ultimately fight in Pathaan Zinda Hai. 2. Themes: The film focuses on Tiger’s loyalty to his nation, his romantic conflict with Zoya (Katrina Kaif), and how personal relationships are sacrificed in the world of espionage. 3. Cliffhanger: The syndicate’s leader is introduced but remains hidden, setting up the next chapter.

Movie 3: Kabir: The Rogue Philosopher

1.	Premise:

Kabir’s story delves into his defection from RAW and his complex moral journey. The film explores his disillusionment with espionage and his belief that true change can only come from within the system. 2. Climactic Moment: Kabir is drawn back into the fight when the syndicate makes its move. He reluctantly reunites with Pathaan and Tiger, laying the groundwork for their collective mission in Pathaan Zinda Hai.

Movie 4: Spy Universe: Endgame

1.	Premise:

Set years after Pathaan Zinda Hai, the world is plunged into chaos as the syndicate resurfaces under a new leader—a villain akin to Bane from The Dark Knight Rises. The agents, presumed dead, return for one final mission to finish what they started. 2. Themes: The movie explores redemption, legacy, and closure. It’s about bringing the characters full circle, allowing them to finally rest after a lifetime of sacrifice. 3. Ending: The agents succeed, but only one survives. The trilogy concludes with the surviving agent mentoring a new generation, passing on the torch.

Why This Works

1.	Morally Complex Heroes:

Like Batman in The Dark Knight, these agents are flawed, morally ambiguous, and deeply human. They aren’t invincible superheroes but real people making impossible choices. 2. A Villain with Depth: The Joker’s success in The Dark Knight came from his ability to challenge Batman ideologically. A similar villain in the YRF Spy Universe could test the agents not just physically but mentally, forcing them to question their beliefs and loyalties. 3. Cohesive Storytelling: Each film builds on the last, creating a rich, interconnected narrative. The trilogy isn’t just about action—it’s about exploring what it means to be a patriot, a soldier, and a human being. 4. Cultural Relevance: By addressing real-world issues like terrorism, systemic corruption, and the cost of national security, the films would resonate deeply with Indian audiences while appealing to global viewers.

Final Thoughts

Indian cinema has the talent and resources to create a spy universe on par with Hollywood. With actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Hrithik Roshan at the helm, we had all the ingredients for a masterpiece. Instead, we got standalone action flicks that prioritized box-office numbers over narrative depth.

What do you think? Would you watch a movie like this? Let’s discuss how Indian cinema can raise the bar! If not this something similar would have been great

Which are films in Bollywood or in India cinema which talks about mental health and loneliness, I watched dear zindagi , would love to watch similar to that

But why though? He is among the very few actors who have a solid range and versatility. I hope that he reconsiders his decision.

So everyone is going to ask a Bollywood related question in the comment section and will let others answer. The questions will be ending with "What's my name?".

Well, the game is simple but still has some rules and they are:-

• The question can be for Cast, Crew, Movie titles, song titles, famous one liners and dialogues

• Only popular names should be here (By Popular names, I mean, for movies - Every movie, until and unless it's a student project movie and for names, the names of the artists and the off screen heads of the department.. suppose you know someone from the Saroj Khan's team from Aaja Nachle, So the name of that team member won't be considered but Saroj Khan's name will be).

• Questions should be strictly professional and not personal. (for example let's take Sanjay Dutt, so you can ask about his filmography like he is known for gangster roles so regarding that and Not about his substance abuse past or jail time)

• Keep the question short and sweet. Don't go overboard with details... We must keep it fun and not tiresome.

• Be civil, Please don't use offensive tongue to degrade others. remember it's just a game

So here is an example (it can be used as questions as well), I'll ask 3 questions (You don't have to). They are quite easy

-> I have done many series roles in many grounded movies, but my most iconic role is that of a comedian in a commercial movie. What's my name?

-> I have directed Mala Sinha when she was at her peak, I've also directed Katrina Kaif when she was at her peak. What's my name?

-> I made 2 action stars and 1 famous villain do comedy, and today me and my sequel are considered cult comedies of Bollywood. What's my name?

Ok, so let's begin

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Recommend a nice movie for me and my gf! Any genre as far it is very good From the plot to the end Thanks

I just watched the Lunchbox and 8 A.M. Metro and loved these movies. Any other similar movies that you might recommend? Thanks.

Ranvir Shorey’s character is portrayed more or less as the antagonist of the film, though we know Mika ends up being the real villain. But as I was watching it I honestly couldn’t see how he did a single thing wrong. He had a bit of an elitist attitude but Katrina’s character absolutely did too, and most of the side characters for that matter. He even says in the end that he did what he could to keep the relationship alive, but still gracefully concedes and wishes her a happy marriage.

To be honest looking back a lot of romance movies back in the day did so many side love interests unfairly dirty all because the protagonists were “meant to be”

Hey , so many years ago I watched a really interesting movie. There was what I think may have been an American in India he fell in love with a woman ( maybe was prostitute) There was a little person (dwarf - midget) That knew of this woman an helped him find her - it was like suspense vibe,,,,, Anyone know this film lol

Did it really not do much business when it released?

Just watched it last night reluctantly because I had been put off by people bashing it so much on different platforms.

I was pleasantly surprised to see it was really well made, well scripted movie. I loved the exploration of Werewolf lore, cultural references such as the one about Rahul Roy's Junoon or ichadaari naagin, efficient reuse of iconic music. The beautiful backdrop and culture was a character on it's own The pacing was gripping from the first frame to the last. Even the effects were done justice to.

Among the Stree Universe offerings, I rank it right behind the OG Stree.

So what went wrong with it?

It's Sunday evening, I thought let's just watch a commercial no brainer movie, but this movie puts those "illogical action" movies to shame. Helicopter and tank scenes are the worst, only actors were Jaideep and Vijay verma. How was this movie even a hit?

So today i went to watch Bhool Bhulaiya 3 (yes ik v late) with 0 expectations and although it was kinda boring but the climax really surprised me. I was very teary by the end honestly. I mean yes its def not as good as the first part but this one isnt that bad either and ive seen many worse movies in bollywood which people dont talk shit about.