Embark on a riveting journey through the realm of political dramas this election season. Discover a curated selection of films that delve into corruption, power struggles, and societal upheavals, offering a captivating reflection of the political landscape.
This election season, delve into the intriguing world of political dramas with a curated list of movies that offer gripping narratives, compelling performances, and thought-provoking themes. From corruption to power struggles, these films provide a nuanced portrayal of the political landscape, both in India and beyond. Whether you’re a fan of action-packed thrillers or intense dramas, there’s something for everyone in this cinematic journey through governance and power.
Bharat Ane Nenu
- Available on: Amazon Prime and Zee5
- Directed by Koratala Siva, this Telugu-language political action thriller stars Mahesh Babu as Bharat, an Oxford University student who returns to India to become the new chief minister after his father’s demise. The film explores his journey to combat corruption and bring about change in the system.
Madras Cafe
- Available on: Netflix and JioCinema
- Directed by Shoojit Sircar, this Indian political spy thriller is set against the backdrop of the Sri Lankan Civil War. It follows Major Vikram Singh (played by John Abraham) as he uncovers a conspiracy to assassinate the former Indian Prime Minister, Rajiv Gandhi.
Raajneeti
- Available on: Netflix and [Amazon Prime]
- Directed by Prakash Jha, this Hindi-language political thriller features an ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, Nana Patekar, Ranbir Kapoor, and Katrina Kaif. Drawing inspiration from the Mahabharata, the film explores the power struggles within a political family.
Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi
- Available on: Amazon Prime and [Hotstar]
- Directed by Sudhir Mishra, this Indian political drama is set against the backdrop of the Indian Emergency in the 1970s. The film follows the lives of three young individuals amidst significant social and political changes in the country.
Shanghai
- Available on: Amazon Prime and Zee5
- Directed by Dibakar Banerjee, this Hindi-language political thriller is a remake of the French film “Z.” It follows the aftermath of a political conspiracy and its impact on society, featuring stellar performances by Emraan Hashmi and Abhay Deol.
Hey Ram
- Available on: Amazon Prime and [Jio Cinema]
- Directed by Kamal Haasan, this epic historical drama explores India’s Partition and the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. Featuring a stellar cast including Kamal Haasan and Shah Rukh Khan, the film offers a thought-provoking narrative on the complexities of Indian politics.
Yuva
- Available on: [Amazon Prime]
- Directed by Mani Ratnam, this Indian political action film tells the stories of three young men whose lives intersect on the Howrah Bridge in Kolkata. With stellar performances by Ajay Devgn, Abhishek Bachchan, and Vivek Oberoi, the film explores themes of youth, politics, and corruption.
Anek
- Available on: [Netflix]
- Directed by Anubhav Sinha, this action thriller revolves around a police official sent as a secret agent to the Northeast region of India to broker peace deals with separatist groups. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, the film offers a timely exploration of insurgency and political unrest.
Lucifer
- Available on: Amazon Prime and [SonyLIV]
- Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, this Malayalam political thriller stars Mohanlal as a powerful political leader facing internal and external threats to his reign. With a gripping narrative and stellar performances, the film offers a compelling portrayal of power dynamics in politics.
Satta
- Available on: Amazon Prime video and [Jio Cinema]
- Directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, this Hindi-language political drama stars Raveena Tandon as the persecuted wife of a corrupt politician who takes on his role after he lands in jail. The film offers a gritty portrayal of the nexus between politics, crime, and corruption.
Sivaji: The Boss
- Available on: Amazon Prime Video, Hotstar, and [Aha Video]
- Directed by S. Shankar, this Tamil-language masala film stars Rajinikanth as Sivaji, a software systems architect who faces obstacles from a corrupt system and political leader. With groundbreaking visuals and thrilling action sequences, the film became a commercial success and a milestone in Tamil cinema.
Shool
- Available on: D+ Hotstar and Amazon Prime Video
- Directed by Eeshwar Nivas and produced by Ram Gopal Varma, this Hindi-language action crime film stars Manoj Bajpayee as Inspector Samar Pratap Singh. Set in Bihar, the film explores the politician-criminal nexus and the challenges faced by an honest police officer in a corrupt system.
Satyagraha
- Available on: Zee5
- Directed by Prakash Jha, this Hindi-language political drama features an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, and Kareena Kapoor Khan. The film explores themes of corruption, activism, and the power of grassroots movements in challenging the status quo.
Sarkar (2005)
- Available on: Amazon Prime Video and JioCinema
- Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, this Hindi-language political crime thriller stars Amitabh Bachchan as Subhash Nagre, a powerful leader known as “Sarkar.” The film explores his struggle against corruption and betrayal within his own family, spawning two successful sequels.
