Black comedies are insanely brilliant genres. It makes you laugh at some of the most disturbing realities of our everyday lives. While they remain an under-tapped genre in India, there are some unmissable gems in this category. And we bet you’ll love watching them on OTT over the weekend.
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The problem with Saif Ali Khan’s filmography is the prominence of too many hidden gems. Kaalakaandi is one such film that remains buried.
It tells the story of a dying man who decides to live his life unapologetically. Thus he tries hard drugs and everything that would give him euphoria.
Operation Alamelamma – Voot/YouTube
This Kannada film is about a very complex but funny story. Purmy, a brand-obsessed man falls for a woman whom he was blackmailing initially. Meanwhile, a boy is also kidnapped and somehow he is related to it.
The film is extremely funny and dark at the same time. If you want to try this out, you would not regret it.
Super Deluxe – Netflix
Super Deluxe is exactly what we call a perfect black comedy. This Tamil film features a parade of super talented actors namely Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Ramya Krishnan.
The story is not at all easy to explain. There are four stories that are somehow intertwined just the way it was in Ludo (2020). There are some extremely funny yet dark scenes that are a must watch for any cinephile.
7 Khoon Maaf – Netflix
This black comedy is based on Ruskin Bond’s short story called Sussanna’s Seven Husbands.
The film stars Priyanka Chopra in the lead role with several other prominent actors in supporting roles. The film has some extremely crazy and horrifying moments that are funny at the same time.
The film has many murders, many stories, and overall a brilliant album and humor.
Delhi Belly – Netflix
Delhi Belly was released back in 2011 and since then it has been sitting at the epitome of Indian black comedies. For no film after Delhi Belly came close to it.
The film tells the story of three friends who get caught up in a severe mess as they try to solve a problem. It has an exceptionally beautiful album and unparalleled humor. However, it is meant only for adults as the movie is unfiltered.