8 Movies That Draw Inspiration from Indian Mythology

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Yashshvi Srivastava
Dec 09, 2024

Bheeshma Parvam

This film is slightly inspired by one of the most important Mahabharat's characters Bhishma who is bound in the complexities of promise, loyalty, family politics and justice.

Thalapathi

This interesting film takes the inspiration from the epic Mahabharat’s two important characters Karna and Duryodhan, it highlights their bond and friendship against gangsters.

Paradise

This recently released film offers the alternate version of Ramayana and is based on the plot of desire, honesty and divine intervention.

Eklavya: The Royal Guard

The film is loosely inspired by Mahabharata’s Eklavya and highlights the story of loyalty, sacrifice, caste brutality and justice.

Rajashilpi

This 1992 released film is based on the iconic story of Lord Shiva and Goddess Sati and portrays its divine love and misfortune of separation.

Rajneeti

This amazing film inspired by the Mahabharata explores the theme of famital conflict and power struggle through a political drama.

Karnan

This recently released movie delves into the Mahabharata and highlights the caste injustice and brutality through the story of Karna, one of the greatest warriors in the war.

Raavanan

This 2010 released movie reimagines Ramayana and offers a refined version of Ravana’s side of the story.

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