Seven7 Indian Movies That Deserved Better
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Not every great film finds success at the box office. Some masterpieces fail to connect with the audience when they first release, but later earn respect, cult status, or critical acclaim. Below is a look at some Indian films that truly deserved better.
1: Tumbbad (2018)
Release Date
12 October 2018
Star Cast
Sohum Shah, Jyoti Malshe, Dhundiraj Prabhakar Jogalekar
Production House
Sohum Shah Films, Film i Väst, and Colour Yellow Productions
Production Cost
Approx. ₹5 crore
Box Office Collection
Collected around ₹13 crore worldwide — modest compared to its brilliance
IMDb Rating
8.2/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
Set against the backdrop of colonial India, Tumbbad explores greed, fear, and myth through the eyes of a family guarding a dark secret. It blends folklore with horror in a way rarely seen in Indian cinema, offering an atmospheric and spine-chilling experience.
2: Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year (2009)
Release Date
11 December 2009
Star Cast
Ranbir Kapoor, Shazahn Padamsee, Gauahar Khan, Prem Chopra
Production House
Yash Raj Films
Production Cost
Approx. ₹12 crore
Box Office Collection
Earned only about ₹33 crore, which was considered underwhelming for a Ranbir Kapoor film at the time
IMDb Rating
7.5/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
The film follows a young graduate who, despite not excelling academically, enters the corporate sales world. With honesty as his weapon, he challenges conventional methods and builds his own path. It’s a heartfelt underdog story that resonates even more today.
3: Swades (2004)
Release Date
17 December 2004
Star Cast
Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi, Kishori Ballal
Production House
Ashutosh Gowariker Productions, distributed by UTV Motion Pictures
Production Cost
Approx. ₹22 crore
Box Office Collection
Managed around ₹34 crore globally — far below expectations for a Shah Rukh Khan film
IMDb Rating
8.2/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
A successful NRI returns to India in search of his roots and rediscovers the power of responsibility, identity, and change. The movie is an emotional journey that deals with social issues while being deeply personal.
4: Ugly (2014)
Release Date
26 December 2014
Star Cast
Rahul Bhat, Ronit Roy, Tejaswini Kolhapure, Vineet Kumar Singh
Production House
Phantom Films
Production Cost
Around ₹5 crore
Box Office Collection
Collected about ₹5–6 crore, making it a commercial failure despite critical acclaim
IMDb Rating
8.1/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
This is a raw, intense drama that unfolds around a missing child and the darker sides of human nature that emerge in times of crisis. It’s gritty, emotional, and holds up a mirror to society’s flaws.
5: Sonchiriya (2019)
Release Date
1 March 2019
Star Cast
Sushant Singh Rajput, Bhumi Pednekar, Manoj Bajpayee, Ranvir Shorey, Ashutosh Rana
Production House
RSVP Movies
Production Cost
Approx. ₹30 crore
Box Office Collection
Earned only ₹8–9 crore, heavily impacted by poor promotions
IMDb Rating
8.0/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
Set in the ravines of Chambal, this dacoit drama paints a haunting portrait of bandits grappling with morality, violence, and redemption. With stellar performances and raw authenticity, it remains one of Bollywood’s underrated gems.
6: Madras Café (2013)
Release Date
23 August 2013
Star Cast
John Abraham, Nargis Fakhri, Raashi Khanna
Production House
Viacom18 Motion Pictures and John Abraham Entertainment
Production Cost
Approx. ₹45 crore
Box Office Collection
Collected around ₹67 crore worldwide — average compared to its potential
IMDb Rating
7.6/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
The film dives into the world of politics, espionage, and civil war, inspired by real historical events. It’s a gripping tale that balances action with realism, far removed from the glamour of typical Bollywood thrillers.
7: Aankhon Dekhi (2014)
Release Date
21 March 2014
Star Cast
Sanjay Mishra, Seema Pahwa, Rajat Kapoor
Production House
Rajat Kapoor Films
Production Cost
Approx. ₹1.5 crore
Box Office Collection
Managed about ₹5 crore — small but still underappreciated compared to its quality
IMDb Rating
8.0/10
Storyline (Without Spoilers)
This philosophical drama follows a man who decides to only believe what he can directly see or experience. It’s a simple yet profound reflection on life, perception, and freedom that leaves the audience thinking long after the credits roll.
Each of these films dared to move away from Bollywood’s formula-driven approach, offering fresh narratives and powerful performances. While they didn’t shine commercially during release, time has cemented them as some of the finest works in Indian cinema.
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