The Indian film industry has a lengthy history of adapting films from other cultures, especially Hollywood and local productions.
Remakes are frequently criticized for being unoriginal, yet in certain cases, Indian versions improve the story, performances, and cultural significance while retaining the core of the original.
Here, we examine a few Indian remake and some hollywood films that, in our opinion, surpass their originals and discuss the factors that contributed to their popularity.
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1 – Kabir Singh (2019)
Sandeep Reddy Vanga is the director of Kabir Singh, an adaptation of his own Telugu film Arjun Reddy, which became a cult favorite due to its unvarnished depiction of love and loss.
Although the turbulent journey of a physician coping with heartbreak is depicted in both films, Kabir Singh rose to fame in India.
Reason: Shahid Kapoor played the title part in the Hindi adaptation, and his powerful performance connected with a larger audience.
Even the songs, like “Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage,” in particular, were important in the success of the movie.
The movie’s production quality and Bollywood’s marketing powerhouse also helped to drive it into the spotlight and make it a box office success.
2 – Drishyam (2015)
Drishyam, directed by Nishikant Kamat, is a remake of the Malayalam movie of the same title, which was both critically and commercially successful.
The movie is about a man who takes extreme measures to save his family when a crime is committed.
Also, everyone will remember what happened on 2 October after watching this movie.
Reason: Ajay Devgn, the main lead, added a fresh perspective to the character, allowing it to relate better to the Hindi audience.
The pace, script, and plot twists were all refined, and thus the movie was more engaging and the Hindi audience is way more in numbers, making this film more popular.
4 – The Jungle Book 2016
The Jungle Book (2016) is often seen as a better remake than the original animated movie of 1997. The story feels fresh and exciting, which makes it enjoyable for both kids and adults.
Although the original movie is cherished for its iconic songs, the remake presents a more modern score and resizes some of the music elements, which could appeal to a new generation of audience.
5 – A Star Is Born (2018)
A Star Is Born has been remade four times, in 1951, 1954, 1976, and 2018. But the remake of 2018 features contemporary songs that appeal to today’s audience, showcasing the talents of Lady Gaga.
The remake adds more depth and emotional value to the story, allowing audiences to relate better to the characters. Moreover, the chemistry between Gaga and Cooper is also intense, which lends more emotional impact to the film.
The remake is more appealing to young viewers because of its new spin and universal theme.
6 – Bhul Bhulaiyaa (2007)
This movie is a remake adapted from the 1993 Malayalam movie Manichitrathazhu. The original film was highly lauded and stands as one of the classics in Indian cinema.
Priyadarshan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa version starring Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, and Shiney Ahuja generally received favorable reviews and commercial success.
This is mainly due to the popularity of Akshay Kumar at that time, and the song used in the movie was also were totally hit.
The film balanced horror with comedy, making it more entertaining for a wider audience.
7 – Hera Pheri (2000)
Many people will get shocked after seeing this movie on this list. But it’s true.
The film is a remake of 1989 Malayalam film Ramji Rao Speaking. But Hera Pheri received a better response than the original movie.
The comedy in “Hera Pheri” struck a chord with the audience. It had a combination of humorous situations and excellent dialogues that made the audience laugh more.
And not to forget the many memes this movie gave to us. Which makes this movie not only the best remake but also one of the best movies in Bollywood.
Conclusion
Well, at the end, it depends on person-to-person perspective which movie is better, the remake or the original. Overall, the remake has a more modern and visually stunning feel. Ultimately, whether one is “better’ than the original is subjective and varies from viewer to viewer.