November 1, 2020 7:53:48 AM
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is one year older today.
In our Streaming Guide series, we list the works of a filmmaker or actor that are available on streaming platforms like ZEE5, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus Hotstar, Eros Now and YouTube.
This edition features actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who has films such as Taal, Devdas, Khakee, Guru and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, among others.
Hum dil de chuke sanam
Broadcasting on: Eros Now, YouTube
A photo of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. (Photo: Express Files)
The songs, delicious dance numbers and chatter between lovers Nandini (Aishwarya Rai) and Sameer (Salman Khan) contribute to a light first half. However, the second half is heavy with the entry of Vanraj (Ajay). It becomes very sentimental in the end with Salman, Aishwarya and Ajay entering a love triangle. But if you love watching romantic tragedies, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam by Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a perfect choice.
Language
Streaming in: ZEE5
Akshaye Khanna and Aishwarya Rai in Taal. (Photo: Express Files)
The 1999 romantic musical drama, with a love triangle involving Mansi (Aishwarya Rai), Manav (Akshaye Khanna) and Vikrant (Anil Kapoor) at the center of its plot, is directed by Subhash Ghai. Aishwarya fulfills her role as a simple girl from Himachal Pradesh who decides to grow up after her father is insulted by his lover’s family. Anil Kapoor also plays his part as an intelligent music composer. AR Rahman’s music is the icing on the cake.
Josh
Streaming on: YouTube
Aishwarya Rai in Josh. (Express file photo)
Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan play brothers in the 2000 hit, Josh, directed by Mansoor Khan. Set in a city called Vasco in Goa, the film revolves around two rival street gangs, Eagles led by Max from SRK and Bichoo by Prakash Sharma from Sharad Kapoor. Prakash’s younger brother, Rahul (Chandrachur Singh) falls in love with Max’s twin sister, Shirley (Aishwarya), leading to a deadly fight between the two gangs. Watch the movie if you’re in the mood for an action-packed masala entertainment.
Mohabbatein
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video
Aditya Chopra’s director is filled with doses of romance, charming locations, adorable costumes and music and dance sequences. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Amitabh Bachchan, Uday Chopra, Shamita Shetty, Jugal Hansraj, Kim Sharma, Jimmy Sheirgill, Anupam Kher and Archana Puran Singh among others. Romantic drama with good music is an easy watch for all Bollywood fans.
Devdas
Broadcasting on: Eros Now, YouTube
Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai in Devdas by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. (Express file photo)
A screen adaptation of the novel of the same name by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Devdas stars Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit in the lead roles. Unable to marry his childhood sweetheart, Paro (Aishwarya) because of his family’s opposition, Devdas (Shah Rukh) turns to alcohol and finds an outlet in the courtesan Chandramukhi (Madhuri). Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film is still popular today for its exemplary performances and magnificent dance and music sequences.
Khakee
Streaming on: YouTube
Rajkumar Santoshi’s thriller is a well-made film, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Aishwarya Rai, Prakash Raj and Tusshar Kapoor in important roles. Big B dominates Khakee with his act of ‘honest senior officer’, and Akshay’s comedic timing saves the film from being just another police drama. But it is Aishwarya’s deceitful character, Mahalakshmi, who emerges as the real surprise in the action drama.
Raincoat
Broadcasting in: Hoichoi
A photo from the film Raincoat. (Express file photo)
The film Rituparno Ghosh captures the pain and longing of former lovers Mannu and Neeru, played by Ajay Devgn and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, meeting on a rainy day in Calcutta. The film, set entirely in a home, presents its main cast in roles never seen before.
Dhoom 2
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video, YouTube
Uday Chopra, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Bipasha Basu in Dhoom 2. (express file photo)
The second installment of the Dhoom series features Hrithik Roshan as a master of disguise and a thief. Abhishek Bachchan returns in his role as a police officer, and Uday Chopra is promoted to police inspector of a goofy cyclist. Joining their team is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who is a thief and secret agent. Like the first film in the series, Dhoom 2 is fun entertainment.
Guru
Streaming on: Netflix
Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan in Guru. (Express file photo)
Directed by Mani Ratnam, Guru stars Abhishek Bachchan as Gurukant Desai, an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to become big in the textile business. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays his devoted wife Sujata, who stands by his side when the world turns his back on him. The film also stars R Madhavan, Vidya Balan and Mithun Chakraborty in key roles.
Provoked
Broadcasting on: ZEE5, Eros Now
Aishwarya Rai in Provoked. (Photo from the express file)
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan performs a heartbreaking act as a victim of domestic violence in the Provoked biopic. Jag Mundhra’s directorate is based on the true story of a Punjabi woman Kiranjit Ahluwalia who killed her abusive husband in the UK and then fought a legal battle for freedom from prison. It also stars Naveen Andrews, Miranda Richardson, Robbie Coltrane, Nandita Das and others.
Jodhaa Akbar
Streaming on: Netflix
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Hrithik Roshan in Jodhaa Akbar. (Photo: YouTube)
In Ashutosh Gowariker’s magnum opus, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan impresses with her portrait of Princess Rajput Jodhaa Bai. In the film, Hrithik Roshan rehearses the role of Mughal emperor Jalalud-din Muhammad Akbar.
Guzaarish
Streaming on: Netflix
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s board addresses the issue of euthanasia. Hrithik Roshan plays the talented magician Ethan Mascarenhas from Goa, who is seriously injured when a trick he is doing on stage goes terribly wrong. The next few years are spent in a wheelchair, being cared for by a nurse (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan).
Sarbjit
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in Sarbjit. (Photo: Pooja Entertainment)
The film Sarbjit by Omung Kumar is based on the real-life story of Sarabjit Singh, an Indian farmer who has languished in a Pakistani prison for 23 years, while his sister Dalbir Kaur relentlessly fights for his brother’s release. Randeep Hooda plays the title role, while Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays his sister Dalbir. Richa Chadha rehearses the role of Sarbjit’s wife, Sukhpreet Kaur.
Ae dil hai mushkil
Streaming on: Viu, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video
Directed, produced and written by Karan Johar, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil stars Anushka Sharma, Ranbir Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai and Fawad Khan. It is the story of Ayan (Ranbir) and Alizeh (Anushka) who meet by accident and become friends. Ayan falls in love with Alizeh, but she feels differently about their relationship. To overcome his hurt, Ayan begins a relationship with the poet Saba (Aishwarya). From here, the story goes down the drain. But you can watch the movie for the music and the beautiful people.
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