Popular Indian Movies Based On Books: Authors have the capacity to lock the readers into an imaginary world and transport them to a different mindset. From thrillers to comedy to romance, several Indian authors have published some of the best books in different genres that have been well received by the public. Several filmmakers have adapted those popular books to the big screens and they have also received good response from the audience.
Take a look at the list of 10 popular Indian movies that were based on books.
Guide
‘Guide’ revolves around a love story between a tourist guide and the repressed wife of a wealthy archaeologist. Directed by Vijay Anand, the movie stars Dev Anand and Waheeda Rehman in the lead roles. The movie is based on R K Narayan’s 1958 novel The Guide.
3 Idiots
‘3 Idiots’ stars Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Kareena Kapoor, Boman Irani and Omi Vaidya in the lead roles. The movie revolves around Farhan and Raju, who embark on a journey to find their college friend Rancho after eight years. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, the movie is loosely based on Chetan Bhagat’s novel Five Point Someone.
Kai Po Che
‘Kai Po Che’ stars Rajkummar Rao, Amit Sadh, and Sushant Singh Rajput in the lead roles. The movie revolves around three friends, who decide to start their own sports shop and sports academy and is set against the backdrop of the 2001 Gujarat earthquake, the 2002 Godhra train burning and the 2002 Gujarat Riots. The movie is based on Chetan Bhagat’s 2008 novel The 3 Mistakes of My Life.
Bajirao Mastani
‘Bajirao Mastani’ focuses on the story of the Peshwa Bajirao I, who is considered to be one of the most powerful leaders in Maratha history. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the movie stars Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles. The movie is based on Nagnath S. Inamdar’s Marathi novel Rau.
2 States
‘2 States’ focuses on the love story of a Punjabi Hindi man and a Tamil Brahmin woman, who meet in college. Directed by Abhishek Varman, the movie stars Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in the lead roles. The movie is based on the popular novel of the same name written by Chetan Bhagat.
Lootera
‘Lootera’ is set in 1953 and revolves around an aristocrat’s daughter, who falls in love with an archaeologist. Her life turns upside down after she finds out he is living a double life. The movie stars Ranveer Singh and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead roles. It is based on O Henry’s 1907 short story The Last Leaf.
Hum Aapke Hai Koun
‘Hum Aapke Hai Koun’ revolves around Prem, who falls in love with his brother Rajesh’s sister-in-law, Nisha. Their life changes after Nisha’s sister unexpectedly dies. Directed by Sooraj Barjatya, the movie stars Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan in the lead roles. The movie is based on another film ‘Nadiya Ke Paar’, which is also based on Keshav Prasad Mishra’s Hindi novel Kohbar Ki Shart.
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ revolves around Nandini, who falls in love with Sameer but is forced to marry Vanraj. The movie stars Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn and Aishwarya Rai in the lead roles. It is reportedly loosely based on Maitreyi Devi’s Bengali novel Na Hanyate.
Half Girlfriend
‘Half Girlfriend’ revolves around Madhav, who falls in love with Riya Somani. Things turn complicated when Riya refuses to become his girlfriend. Directed by Mohit Suri, the movie stars Arjun Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor in lead roles. The movie is based on the novel of the same name written by Chetan Bhagat.
The White Tiger
‘The White Tiger’ revolves around Balram, who becomes a driver of a rich family, escapes from poverty and rises to the top as an entrepreneur. Directed by Ramin Bahrani, the movie stars Adarsh Gourav, Priyanka Chopra, and Rajkummar Rao in the lead roles. The movie is based on Aravind Adiga’s 2008 novel of the same name.
