Gandhi
In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed.
Best Indian movies on JioHotstar in India
The highest-rated Indian movies (Bollywood and South Indian cinema) streaming on JioHotstar in India, ranked by TMDB user score (at least 200 votes). 27 well-reviewed titles out of 1,566. Top picks right now: 12th Fail, Dangal, Barfi!, Andhadhun and Bāhubali: The Beginning. Use the filters to narrow it down by actor, language, year or rating, and tap any poster for the trailer and where to stream it.
Top 20: Best Indian movies on JioHotstar in India
Updated · Ranked by average TMDB user rating, counting only films with at least 200 votes · Subscription titles only
- 12th Fail (2023) · ★ 7.9/10 · Drama
Based on the true story of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, 12th Fail sheds limelight on fearlessly embracing the idea of restarting the academic journey despite the… - Dangal (2016) · ★ 7.9/10 · Drama, Family, Comedy
Dangal is an extraordinary true story based on the life of Mahavir Singh and his two daughters, Geeta and Babita Phogat. The film traces the inspirational journey of a… - Barfi! (2012) · ★ 7.6/10 · Drama, Romance, Comedy
The heartwarming tale of Barfi, a charming deaf-mute young man from 1970s Darjeeling, and two unalike women who can't help but fall for him. - Andhadhun (2018) · ★ 7.6/10 · Crime, Mystery, Thriller
A series of mysterious events changes the life of a blind pianist who now must report a crime that was actually never witnessed by him. - Bāhubali: The Beginning (2015) · ★ 7.6/10 · Action, Drama
The young Shivudu is left as a foundling in a small village by his mother. By the time he’s grown up, it has become apparent that he possesses exceptional gifts. He… - Gandhi (1982) · ★ 7.6/10 · Drama, History
In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced… - Drishyam (2015) · ★ 7.5/10 · Mystery, Thriller, Drama
When his family stares down the barrel of criminal charges, a commoner channels his street smarts and knowledge of action films to tie the long arm of the law into an… - Bāhubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) · ★ 7.5/10 · Action, Adventure, Fantasy
When Mahendra, the son of Bāhubali, learns about his heritage, he begins to look for answers. His story is juxtaposed with past events that unfolded in the Mahishmati… - Ratsasan (2018) · ★ 7.4/10 · Thriller, Crime, Mystery
A serial killer is murdering school girls, and a newbie cop has to track him down before the victim count increases. - Pink (2016) · ★ 7.4/10 · Drama, Thriller
After being molested, Minal and her friends try to file an FIR against a politician's nephew. When the subsequent case gets rigged, a retired lawyer helps them to fight… - Dhurandhar (2025) · ★ 7.3/10 · Action, Crime, Thriller
In the early 2000s, an undercover operative infiltrates Karachi's underworld, breaking into its inner circle to dismantle a violent nexus from within. - M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016) · ★ 7.3/10 · Drama
Based on the life story of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, and his journey to being the world cup winning captain of the Indian cricket team. - OMG: Oh My God! (2012) · ★ 7.3/10 · Comedy, Drama
A shopkeeper takes God to court when his shop is destroyed by an earthquake. - Jab We Met (2007) · ★ 7.3/10 · Drama, Comedy, Romance
A depressed wealthy businessman and a spunky carefree young woman embark on an unexpected journey that changes their lives. - Vikram Vedha (2017) · ★ 7.3/10 · Action, Thriller, Crime
A notorious gangster Vedha surrenders himself to encounter specialist Vikram whom he challenges every step of the way by narrating his life events in the form of riddles… - Haider (2014) · ★ 7.3/10 · Crime, Drama
A young man returns to Kashmir after his father's disappearance to confront his uncle - the man he suspects to have a role in his father's fate. - Sanju (2018) · ★ 7.2/10 · Drama
Sanju explores some of the most crucial chapters from movie star Sanjay Dutt’s dramatic and controversial real life. It gives a lowdown on his tryst with drugs and his… - KILL (2024) · ★ 7.2/10 · Action, Crime, Thriller
When an army commando finds out his true love is engaged against her will, he boards a New Dehli-bound train in a daring quest to derail the arranged marriage. But when… - Masaan (2015) · ★ 7.1/10 · Drama
Four lives intersect along the Ganges: a low caste boy in hopeless love, a daughter ridden with guilt of a sexual encounter ending in a tragedy, a hapless father with… - Rang De Basanti (2006) · ★ 7.1/10 · Comedy, Drama, History
After a group of friends graduate from Delhi University, they listlessly haunt their old campus, until a British filmmaker casts them in a film she's making about…
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Indian movies on JioHotstar in India?
As of 9 October 2026, the highest-rated Indian movies on JioHotstar in India are 12th Fail (2023, rated 7.9/10), Dangal (2016, rated 7.9/10), Barfi! (2012, rated 7.6/10), Andhadhun (2018, rated 7.6/10) and Bāhubali: The Beginning (2015, rated 7.6/10). The ranking uses TMDB user ratings and only counts films with at least 200 votes.
How many Indian movies are on JioHotstar in India?
There are 1,566 Indian movies on JioHotstar in India included with a JioHotstar subscription, as of 9 October 2026.
How is this list made and how often is it updated?
The list is rebuilt every day from The Movie Database (TMDB), with streaming availability supplied by JustWatch. Only titles included with a subscription are listed (no rentals or purchases). Films are ranked by average TMDB user rating, counting only films with at least 200 votes. Last updated 9 October 2026.
