15 Movies Like Padosan
Loved Padosan? Based on its unique Cinema DNA—including its pacing, themes, and emotional tone—we've curated the ultimate list of what you should watch next.
Bhooth Bangla
A man inherits a palace in rural Mangalpur and plans his sister's wedding there, but strange supernatural events and panicked locals force him to investigate the property's mysterious past.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
When Jass leaves his marriage over conflicting priorities, a new romance abroad is upended by shocking revelations, forcing him to confront love, loyalty, and the true meaning of commitment.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Maa Behen
In this dark comedy, a woman calls her estranged daughters in the middle of the night with chilling news — there's a dead body in her kitchen.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Gym-freak brat Rocky falls in love with Rani, who comes from a well-educated Bengali family. Being from polar opposite worlds, the two decide to switch their families to adjust to each other's cultures and backgrounds and to know if their marriage will survive. Rocky and Rani are trapped in a world where they are united by love but divided by families and the ultimate question is will they fit in?
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Saiyaara
Two artistic souls find harmony through music despite their contrasting worlds. As feelings deepen, age and circumstances challenge their undeniable bond.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Raj is a rich, carefree, happy-go-lucky second generation NRI. Simran is the daughter of Chaudhary Baldev Singh, who in spite of being an NRI is very strict about adherence to Indian values. Simran has left for India to be married to her childhood fiancé. Raj leaves for India with a mission at his hands, to claim his lady love under the noses of her whole family. Thus begins a saga.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
3 Idiots
Rascal. Joker. Dreamer. Genius... You've never met a college student quite like "Rancho." From the moment he arrives at India's most prestigious university, Rancho's outlandish schemes turn the campus upside down—along with the lives of his two newfound best friends. Together, they make life miserable for "Virus," the school’s uptight and heartless dean. But when Rancho catches the eye of the dean's daughter, Virus sets his sights on flunking out the "3 idiots" once and for all.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Tere Ishk Mein
A psychology student attempts to rehabilitate a volatile young man, before evolving into a doomed romance.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Tu Yaa Main
A wannabe rapper from the outskirts of Mumbai and an affluent influencer elope to a coastal town, only to find themselves trapped in the pool of a derelict resort fighting for survival against the wrath of a ferocious crocodile.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Toaster
Murder and chaos erupt when a miser becomes obsessed with a toaster he gave as a wedding gift.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Do Deewane Seher Mein
Two socially awkward millennials in Mumbai find love while struggling with self-acceptance. As they battle insecurities and societal pressure, their journey takes them from city chaos to mountain serenity.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Dangal
Dangal is an extraordinary true story based on the life of Mahavir Singh and his two daughters, Geeta and Babita Phogat. The film traces the inspirational journey of a father who trains his daughters to become world class wrestlers.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Shiddat
Love-struck Jaggi can cross the seven seas for his dream girl, Kartika. Even if it means stopping her wedding as he doesn't want to be friend-zoned.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
Jawaani Jaaneman
The carefree life of a 40-year-old playboy comes to a standstill when he comes to know that he has a 20 something-year-old daughter.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.
De De Pyaar De 2
When Ashish meets his girlfriend's parents for the first time, their age difference sparks outrage and a madcap plot to drive him out of her life.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Padosan.