Must-Watch Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020!

On the topic of the Best Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020, theaters shutting down for an extensive period opened up a new door for multiple indie Hindi films on streaming platforms. With quality, originality, and, most importantly, creativity taking the front seat, there are quite a few movies that took the opportunity and managed to make an impression in the viewer’s minds. So, highlighting such excellent films, here is a list of the Best and the Most Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020 you should not miss watching.

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9. Chaman Bahaar

Starring – Jitendra Kumar & Ritika Badiani
Director – Apurva Dhar Badgaiyann
Streaming Platform – Netflix

The storyline of Chaman Bahaar commences with Billu (Jitendra Kumar), who aspires to dance to his tune, opens up a paan shop on a supposedly busy road, which later becomes uncluttered due to the new regulations in town. Eventually, his fate shifts when a teenage girl moves into the house opposite his shop with her parents and manages to bring him financial luck.

Chaman Bahaar on Netflix had very minimal things to contribute in terms of a captivating narrative. But, the micro-budget vibe, the characters, and the performances attempted to provide some appeal, ultimately works for the most part. A casual watch and, most definitely, one of the Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020. – Surya Komal

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8. Cargo

Starring – Vikrant Massey & Shweta Tripathi
Director – Arati Kadav
Streaming Platform – Netflix

[This excerpt comes from Surya’s ‘Cargo’ Review]

Director Arati Kadav’s Netflix release, Cargo, with Sci-Fi undertones, provides an emotional tale, told through the eyes of two rakshasas (demons), Prahastha (Vikrant Massey) and Yuvishka (Shweta Tripathi). With commendable performances from the two main leads, Cargo may not be a flawless attempt, as it certainly suffers from a few storytelling issues. However, it is a worthy step towards an intriguing and innovative concept in Hindi cinema, which we do not see too often.

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7. Axone

Starring – Sayani Gupta, Lin Laishram
Director – Nicholas Kharkongor
Streaming Platform – Netflix

[This excerpt comes from Nirmal’s ‘Axone’ Review]

Following the narrative of migrants from Northeast India in their attempt to organize a wedding party for their friend, Axone starring Sayani Gupta and Lin Laishram in the lead roles is unlike any mainstream cinema. It has its fair share of feel-good and funny moments, yet the ambition of making a statement against racism is showcased well.

The film takes time to adjust, and it might feel difficult for a certain set of an audience who anticipates a rapid-paced narrative. It is soft and works like a charm if you are patient and take time to notice the level of intimacy friends share and how they defend themselves in unfavorable situations. One of the Best Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020.

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6. Darbaan

Starring – Sharib Hashmi, Sharad Kelkar
Director – Bipin Nadkarni
Streaming Platform – ZEE5

Based on a short story written by Rabindranath Tagore, Darbaan, directed by Bipin Nadkarni, explores a lovely bond between a boy and his caretaker. With a heartwarming narrative, the performances from the cast drive the movie forward alongside a decent directorial job by Nadkarni and well-written scenes that portray both emotion and the character’s feelings in the proper way. Despite a few screenwriting problems, Darbaan is worth a watch and is one of the Best Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020.

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5. Sir

Starring – Tillotama Shome, Vivek Gomber
Director – Rohena Gera

A romantic relationship between a maid and her master with class and race differences challenging our prejudices is the best part of Sir, the 2020 drama directed by Rohena Gera. One of the many aspects that is impressive about this film is how the crux of the narrative is explained that features Tilotama Shome’s character Ratna falling in love with Ashwin and how she was bothered by what opinion people will have.

One of the most Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020, Sir is a delightful film based on the concept of love. With terrific performances from its lead stars, it also captivates you to contemplate the truth of the society we live in that is blinded by socio-economic systems. – Saloni Vaishnav

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4. Yeh Ballet

Starring – Achintya Bose & Manish Chauhan
Director – Sooni Taraporevala
Streaming Platform – Netflix

Detailing the lives of two struggling Ballet dancers from Mumbai, Yeh Ballet has everything from family confrontations, friendships to slum livelihood, passion, and dedication towards dance. The pacing is a bit slow and makes the narrative predictable at times. But it was worth the wait, and the soulful storytelling keeps you hooked. The duo’s energetic and energetic performances at the end of the film stole my heart as the movie ends on a happy note. – SLP

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3. Taish

Starring – Pulkit Samrat, Harshavardhan Rane
Director – Bejoy Nambiar
Streaming Platform – ZEE5

Best Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020: Taish starring Pulkit Samrat, Harshavardhan Rane, Jim Sarbh and Kriti Kharbanda in the lead roles is about rage, revenge, love, and passion. The storyline revolves around a family drama between two families that further gets embroiled with each other in a bitter game of revenge.

Bejoy Nambiar, who is known for his dark thrillers (Shaitan, David, Wazir), gives us a captivating story in a visually appealing film that boasts of a good cast and performances. Taish is recommended and especially for thriller lovers and Bejoy Nambiar fans. The plot, the emotions, the cast, and the performances will sure make it worth your time. – Bhavna Kant (@bhavnatalkies)

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2. Bahut Hua Sammaan

Starring – Sanjay Mishra, Ram Kapoor
Director – Ashish R. Shukla
Streaming Platform – Disney+ Hotstar

Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020: Directed by Ashish R. Shukla, many elements give Bahut Hua Sammaan its character – the comic-style storytelling. Beginning with the Bollywood songs in the background, the cuss words, the not so refined colloquial lingo, the bizarre situations, and of course the cast and performances that bring alive this comical film.

Starring Sanjay Mishra, Ram Kapoor, Bahut Hua Sammaan is a goofy and satirical comedy that could range from amusing to hilarious. However, it depends upon the viewer’s palate and worth a watch for its completely offbeat and wacky storytelling style. – Bhavna Kant (@bhavnatalkies)

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1. Chintu Ka Birthday

Starring – Vinay Pathak, Tillotama Shome
Directors – Satyanshu Singh, Devanshu Kumar
Streaming Platform – ZEE5

Chintu Ka Birthday, a close-room drama directed by Satyanshu Singh and Devanshu Kumar, depicts a day in the life of an Indian family stuck in war-torn Iraq, stranded by their government, wishing for things to be normal again. With an emotional storyline, worthy performances, and an overall well-executed film, this is one of those films which will leave you with a smile on your face and your heart full of joy. One of the Best Underrated Bollywood Movies of 2020. – Aditi Parikh

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