Dark comedy films are a genre of comedy that uses humor to explore serious, often taboo or sensitive topics. Dark comedy films often use satire, irony, and sarcasm to poke fun at societal norms and expectations, while also commenting on human behavior and the human condition.
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Abhinay Deo was one of the first filmmakers to explore the genre of dark humor in Indian cinema, and it has become increasingly popular in recent times. As a result, we get these kinds of movies from OTTs. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of some of the best Indian dark comedy movies available on streaming services to watch this weekend.
The six best Indian dark comedies are listed below.
Ludo
The screwball comedy is a collection of four different stories. These stories, which at first glance seem unrelated, are in fact intertwined through the game of fate and chance. Anurag Basu wrote and directed this dark comedy thriller in Hindi. A number of well-known actors including Abhishek Bachchan, Rajkummar Rao, Aditya Roy Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi and others play key roles in the film.
OTT platform: Netflix
Super deluxe
Four storylines are presented throughout the film, and each storyline’s protagonist deals with a unique set of issues. This film stands out and is worth watching for its openness in discussing subjects that are usually avoided. Thiagarajan Kumararaja directed this satirical black comedy in Tamil. Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Ramya Krishnan and other well-known actors play key roles in the main cast.
OTT platform: Netflix
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Good luck Jerry
The story is about an innocent young woman named Jerry, who is drawn into the drug trade by her desire for money. However, things go wrong when her family gets involved in the business. The film is a translation of Kolamaavu Kokila, a Tamil film. Sidharth Sengupta directs this dark comedy in Hindi. Janhvi Kapoor, Deepak Dobriyal, Samta Sudikshaa and other actors appear in the film.
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Darlings
When Badru’s husband, Hamza, starts attacking her, their love marriage takes a terrifying turn. After a tragedy caused by constant abuse, Badru decides to take revenge on her husband. Audiences love it mostly for its profound message and top-notch performances. Jasmeet K. Reen is the director of this revenge-themed dark comedy in Hindi. Alia Bhatt, Shefali Shah and Vijay Varma are among the actors appearing in the film.
OTT platform: Netflix
Andhadhun
Akash plays the piano and presents himself to the audience as blind. However, his life is turned upside down when he witnesses a murder, which sets off a series of tragic events. Sriram Raghavan is the director of this dark comedy thriller movie in Hindi language. Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu, Radhika Apte and other actors play lead roles in the film.
OTT platform: Netflix
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Jay Jay Jay Jay Hello
Jaya wants to finish her studies despite her early marriage. However, Rajesh, her husband scoffs at her decision and mistreats her. Jaya decides to fight back and let Rajesh taste his own medicine as she has had enough of his abuse. Vipin Das is the director of this dark Malayalam comedy-drama. Darshana Rajendran and Basil Joseph play the lead roles in the film.
OTT platform: Disney Plus Hotstar
