Top Ten Movies Based On Indian Mythology

Below are some of the films that are solely based on the tales of Indian mythology. From flowers to trees to angels and devils, Indian mythology encapsulates every phase of a man’s life, only in a more artistic way. People interested in epics and folk tales will enjoy watching these films. Check them out.

1. Adipurush (2023)

Based on the Indian Epic, Ramayana, this film deals with Raghav trying to free his wife Janaki from the evil king Lankesh. Directed by Om Raut Om Raut is an Indian director, producer and writer >> Read More... , this film provides a variety of visual effects to let its viewers enjoy the various aspects of Indian mythology. The portrayal of mythological characters in the flesh makes this film very intense to watch. Starring prominent Bollywood actors, Saif Ali Khan Saif Ali Khan is a film celebrity born to actress  >> Read More... , Prabhas and Kriti Sanon Kriti Sanon is a model-turned-actress who made her >> Read More... , this film recently ruled the theatres.

2. Baahubali: The Beginning (2015)

This Indian bilingual film is based on both the Indian epics, Mahabharata and Ramayana. Directed and written by S.S Rajamouli, this power-packed film deals with a prince of a royal family being raised by tribals. Filled with visual effects and a wide variety of events regarding the young prince's life, this film promises its viewers full-on entertainment with lessons from Indian mythology. It stars Prabhas, Tamanna Bhatia and Anushka Shetty Anushka Shetty is the popular South Indian star wh >> Read More... in lead roles.

3. Raavan Click to look into! >> Read More... (2010)

This film is a modern adaptation of the Indian Epic, Ramayana. It deals with a bandit kidnapping the wife of an officer and then falling in love with her. He later let her go but realized that she was in love with him as well. Directed by Mani Ratnam Mani Ratnam is an Indian filmmaker deeply rooted t >> Read More... , this film encapsulates the various aspects of Indian mythology through modern applications. It stars prominent Bollywood actors Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is a popular Indian actress >> Read More... and Abhishek Bachchan Abhishek Bachchan, or Abhishek Srivastava, is a ve >> Read More... .

4. Shaakunthalam (2023)

This Indian Telugu language film is based on Shaakunthala and King Dushyant. Directed by Gunasekhar and starring Samantha as the lead actor, this film encapsulates the historical overview of how due to a sage’s curse, King Dushyant forgot completely about his lady love, Shaakunthala. It was released worldwide on Amazon Prime. Using visual effects, the genre of this movie has been heavily lifted and hence was loved by its viewers.

5. Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022)

This fantasy action film is the modern day adaptation of Indian mythological tales. Directed by Ayan Mukherji and starring Alia Bhatt Alia Bhatt is a trendsetting actress from Mumbai, >> Read More... and Ranbir Kapoor Ranbir Kapoor is a noted Indian film actor. He was >> Read More... in leading roles, this film won a million hearts. With exclusive visual effects and bringing reality to folktales and epics, this film gave its viewers all they ever hoped for. It deals with a young couple learning the secrets of the Brahmastra Udaya TV launched a serial called “Brahmastra” whi >> Read More... and therefore they must stop the devil from devouring the nature.

6. Bhakta Prahlada (1967)

Based on Prahlada, a devotee of Vishnu, this film encapsulates the famous mythology of the father son duo, Prahlada and Hiranyakashipu. Directed by Chitrapu Narayana Rao Chitrapu Narayana Rao was by profession an Indian >> Read More... , this Telugu film deals with the duo changing their opinions about each other. Starring Roja Ramani and S.V Ranga Rao in the lead roles, this film enthrals its viewers and allows them to know what the whole story of Prahlada is all about.

7. Bhookailas (1958)

This film deals with the part where the demon Ravana returns with the Atma Lingam of Lord Shiva. But on his way he is tricked by Lord Ganesha. Directed by K Shankar, this Telugu film encapsulates the various aspects of the Indian Epic, Ramayana. Along with it, Indian mythology has also been included with the added help of visual effects. It stars N.T. Rama Rao is the lead actor.

8. Babruvahana (1977)

This mythological film is based on the lives of Arjun and his son Babruvahan. Directed by Hunsur Krishnamurthy Hunsur Krishnamurthy is a multi-faceted film perso >> Read More... , this film mainly focusses on the relationship between the father and the son. It explains all the events that took place which eventually led to the battle between them. It stars Rajkumar and Jaymala Adarsh in leading roles.

9. Suvarna Sundari Click to look into! >> Read More... (1957)

This film deals with a Gandharva kanya who falls in love with a king and decides to get married. But Lord Indra curses the king and then he forgets about his lady love. This is a popular part of Indian mythology. Directed by Vedantam Raghavaiah Born on June 8, 1919, in Kuchipudi, Andhra Pradesh >> Read More... and starring Saroja Devi in lead role, this film encapsulates the tale of two forbidden lovers.

10. Yashoda Krishna (1975)

This film is based on the eternal love between Lord Krishna and his mother Yashoda. It encapsulates the pure relationship between them and shows what eternal love means. Directed by Rao C.S.R and starring prominent actor Sridevi in the lead role, this film captures Krishna growing up and him finally putting an end to evil Kansa.