Bollywood movies are taking over the world right now! And it’s no surprise why – offering a different slant on ‘traditional’ Hollywood fare, these movies are typically vibrant and thought-provoking, and the stars of Bollywood are now famous all over the globe.
Are you looking for the very best Bollywood action movies of 2022? We’ve got you! Work your way through the titles on the list below to experience some high-octane modern Bollywood classics.
Bachchhan Paandey
An action comedy that follows the adventures of a journalist whose dream of becoming a movie director leads him to investigate a vicious gangster – who has his own dream of making it as an actor. What could possibly go wrong, right?
Things quickly take a turn for the dangerous and crazy side in this highly watchable, action-packed movie from director Farhad Samji.
Thar
This Western-style action flick is set in the 1980s. It follows the fortunes of a mysterious antique dealer who relocates from the city to a remote village in the Rajasthani region. As the plot unfolds, it becomes apparent that vengeance is on the cards – add a veteran cop keen to prove himself into the mix, and you’ve got a thrilling cat-and-mouse game.
Thar received praise from critics for its direction, cinematography, and performances – as well as its homage to the Western genre.
Heropanti 2
Following on from the first installment released in 2020, Heropanti 2 once more picks up the story of cyber genius vigilante Babloo. Now, he’s being sent on a mission to find the psychopathic computer criminal Laila – but things get complicated when Babloo finds himself falling in love with Laila’s sister, Inaaya.
With heart-racing action and plenty of impressive on-screen VFX (wondering about the VFX meaning? It stands for visual effects and makes up all the additional elements that are added to give the movie the wow factor in post-production), this is an entertaining, sit back, and enjoy the ride type of watch.
Love Hostel
Romance and action combine in this movie by director Shanker Raman. The story follows two lovers who decide to elope, knowing that their families will never consent to the match due to their different religious backgrounds.
However, they soon find themselves relentlessly pursued by a cold-blooded mercenary who will go to any lengths to end their marriage and their lives.
The Kashmir Files
One of the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2022, The Kashmir Files, explores the exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from the fought-over region of Kashmir.
The film is, at times, difficult and heart-wrenching to watch, as the plot follows a young student determined to find out the truth regarding the death of his parents during the exodus. Critics have largely praised the way the movie brings to light a piece of often overlooked history of the disputed area.
Jogi
Set in 1980s India during the riots, Jogi tells the story of three friends – a Sikh, a Hindu, and a Muslim – who make a common cause in a bid to save the lives of hundreds of their people. The quality of the direction, performances, and writing are evident here, and it’s inevitable that Jogi will receive a number of nods come award season.
Anek
Packed with pulse-racing action sequences and laced with socio-political commentary, Anek is set in the northeast of India, where a covert operative is tasked with bringing a rebel leader to the negotiating table.
With its powerful performances, fast-paced action, and a powerhouse of screenplay, the film has been leaving audiences reflecting on a multitude of unsettling questions.
K.G.F. Chapter Two
Rocky’s name strikes fear into the hearts of his enemies, and the government views him as a threat to law and order; this highly-anticipated sequel sees him fighting adversaries on all sides who want to challenge his supremacy.
Bit of movie trivia? Actor Yash, who plays Rocky in the film, wrote most of his own dialogue for the film.
Vikram
Action movies don’t get more action-packed than this! Vikram revolves around a special investigator looking into a spate of serial killings. He soon discovers, however, that not all is as it appears.
A blockbuster hit at cinemas, the film features five National Award winners: Kamal Haasan, Fahadh Faasil, Vijay Sethupathi, Kalidas Jayaram, and Suriya.
Ponniyin Selvan
Depicting the power struggles during the Chozha rule in the AD900s, Ponniyin Selvan tells the story of Vandiyadevan, a brilliant and brave young man tasked with delivering a message to the King and Princess of the Chola lands.
The people interpret the appearance of a long-tailed comet as heralding a time of turmoil, and unrest grips the land.
RRR
An acronym for a rise, roar, revolt, RRR is a fictitious story about a pair of real-life revolutionaries who leave their home to fight against the British Raj in the 1920s.
Costing about $72 million to put together, RRR is the most expensive Indian film made to date…but this eye-watering amount proved to be a sound investment, as the film smashed box-office records on its day of release. It’s since received universal acclaim for its direction, cinematography, action sequences, and epic soundtrack.
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