Indian history movies and TV shows
The list contains the best, new and most relevant indian history movies ordered by relevance. The recommendation service has sorted out period drama, captivating, epic, serious, historical drama and realistic films and TV shows about / with indian history, bollywood, hindi, battles, husband wife relationship, biopic, hindu, politics, muslim and sacrifice plots mostly in Drama, History and Action genres shot in India, UK, USA and other countries.
69
TOP 10 movies tagged as indian history: Water (2005), Bajirao Mastani (2015), Hotel Mumbai (2018), Gandhi (1982), Jodhaa Akbar (2008), Kesari (2019), Padmaavat (2018), Rocket Boys (2022), Pawankhind (2022), Ranapati Shivray Swari Agra (2026).
Best films
New films
List of indian history movies
16K
Genre: Drama
Country: Canada, USA, India
Duration: 117 min.
Story:
The year is 1938, and Mahatma Gandhi's groundbreaking philosophies are sweeping across India, but 8-year-old Chuyia, newly widowed, must go to live with other outcast widows on an ashram. Her presence transforms the ashram as she befriends two ...
Style:
touching, melancholic, philosophical, poignant, independent film ...
Audience:
adult
Plot:
hinduism, prostitute, women, prostitution, love, politics, friendship, relationships, brutality, couple relations, marriage, mentor ...
Time:
1930s, year 1938, year 2005, 2000s, 20th century
Place:
india, asia, canada
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Drama, History, Romance, War
Country: India
Duration: 158 min.
Story:
Peshwa Bajirao married to Kashibai, falls in love with Mastani, a warrior princess in distress. They struggle to make their love triumph amid opposition from his conservative family.
Style:
realistic, costume drama, intense, emotional, touching ...
Plot:
love, warrior, battles, hindu, forbidden love, newborn, baby, muslim, fight scenes, sword fight, friendship, family feud ...
Time:
year 2015, 18th century
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Drama, History, Thriller
Country: Australia, USA, UK, Singapore, India
Duration: 123 min.
Story:
Based on the 2009 documentary Surviving Mumbai about the Mumbai attacks in 2008 at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in India.
Style:
suspense, suspenseful, disturbing, factual, sexy ...
Audience:
chick flick, adult
Plot:
terrorism, terrorist attack, terrorist, jihad, hotel, courage, religious fanatic, islamic terrorism, hostage, shooting, survival, cruelty ...
Time:
year 2019, 2000s, year 2008
Place:
india, mumbai india, australia, bombay india, pakistan ...
Is relevant?
247K
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Country: UK, India
Duration: 191 min.
Story:
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 ...
Style:
spiritual, epic, political, inspirational, breathtaking ...
Audience:
kids, teens
Plot:
protest, idealism, biopic, freedom, politics, life philosophy, independence, british empire, leadership, religious intolerance, assassination, indian history ...
Time:
1930s, 1920s, year 1948, 19th century, victorian era ...
Place:
india, south africa, britain, los angeles, new delhi ...
Is relevant?
Related movie lists
Genre: Action, Drama, History, Romance, War
Country: India
Duration: 213 min.
Story:
Jodhaa Akbar is a sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a great Mughal Emperor, Akbar and a Rajput princess, Jodhaa.
Style:
romantic drama, realistic, romantic, entertaining, mesmerizing ...
Plot:
emperor, true love, culture clash, royal family, dishonesty, love and romance, arranged marriage, politics, royal court, ruler, historical character, indian history ...
Time:
16th century, year 2008, future, 50s
Place:
india, asia
Is relevant?
26K
Genre: Action, Drama, History, Thriller, War
Country: India
Duration: 150 min.
Story:
In 1897, an army of 21 Sikhs battles 10,000 Afghans to prevent the Saragarhi Fort from being taken down.
Style:
epic, patriotic, exciting, intense, scenic ...
Plot:
sikh, british raj, war, against the odds, propaganda, human spirit, courage, fight scenes, heroism, heroic mission, patriot, battles ...
Time:
19th century, victorian era, 1890s
Place:
britain
Is relevant?
40K
Genre: Drama, History, War
Country: India
Duration: 163 min.
Story:
Rani Padmavati - the wife of Maharawal Ratan Singh, is known for her beauty and valour in 13th century India. She captures the fancy of the reigning Sultan of Delhi, the tyrant Alauddin Khilji, who becomes obsessed with her and goes to great lengths ...
Style:
costume drama, captivating, touching, suspenseful, exciting ...
Audience:
adult
Plot:
sultan, medieval, fortress, obsession, honor, love, love affair, forbidden love, army, queen, husband wife relationship, love triangle ...
Time:
middle ages, 13th century, 14th century
Place:
asia, india, afghanistan, new delhi, delhi
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 166 min.
Story:
During the Hyderabad Liberation Movement of 1948, there will be atrocities, like the episode of Gundrampally, Parkala, Bhairanpally villages.
Style:
historical drama, psychological, thrilling, captivating, bleak ...
Audience:
adult
Plot:
resistance movement, indian history, political conflict, fight, resistance fighter, battles, dictatorship, resistance, military dictatorship, dictator, nationalism, religious persecution ...
Time:
1940s
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Genre: Biography
Country: India
Duration: 22 min.
TV show
Story:
Bharat Ka Veer Putra – Maharana Pratap is an Indian television series produced by Abhimanyu Singh of Contiloe Entertainment, based on the life of 16th century Rajput ruler of Mewar, Maharana Pratap Singh. The series premiered on Sony TV on May 27, ...
Style:
historical drama, saga, captivating, epic, inspirational ...
Plot:
bravery, palace intrigue, king, indian history, loyalty, patriotism, honor, biopic, crown prince, historical figure, legacy, male female relationship ...
Time:
16th century
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 45 min.
TV show
Story:
Spanning three crucial decades (1940-60s) in the history of India, the story chronicles the life of three great men responsible for launching India's space and nuclear programs respectively: Dr. Homi J. Bhabha, the architect of India's ...
Style:
historical drama, inspirational, exciting, captivating, period piece ...
Plot:
scientist, biopic, indian history, innovation, space program, inspiration, fall in love, atomic bomb, inventor, inventions and discoveries, invention, relationships ...
Time:
60s, 1940s, 20th century, 1950s, 50s
Place:
india, mumbai india
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 153 min.
Story:
The historical rearguard last stand that took place on 13 July 1660 at a mountain pass in the vicinity of fort Vishalgad, near the city of Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India between the Maratha Warrior Baji Prabhu Deshpande and Siddi Masud of Adilshah ...
Style:
suspenseful, captivating, exciting, tense, serious ...
Plot:
military, bravery, warrior, indian history, battles, heroism, loyalty, sacrifice, warlord, final showdown, wartime life, battlefield ...
Time:
17th century
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 167 min.
Story:
Ranapati Shivaray - Swari Agra is a gripping Marathi historical drama based on the daring Agra chapter of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's life. The film captures his strategic brilliance, his struggle against political betrayal, and the intense ...
Style:
historical drama, period piece
Plot:
escape plan, patriotism, indian history, leadership, biopic, resilience, captivity, prison break, sacrifice, inspiration, male protagonist, palace intrigue ...
Time:
17th century
Is relevant?
Related movie lists
Genre: Drama
Country: India
Duration: 22 min.
TV show
Story:
Preyed upon due to socio-economic discrimination, Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a young boy from a poor family, strives for basic human rights and equality for all.
Style:
historical drama, serious, inspirational, period piece, dramatic ...
Plot:
human rights, biopic, equality, discrimination, social justice, indian history, activism, perseverance, resilience, political leader, empowerment, emancipation ...
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Genre: Biography, History
Country: India
TV show
Story:
The story of Ashoka, emperor of the Maurya Empire, from his early struggles to his reign as a ruthless emperor.
Style:
historical drama, captivating, tense, dramatic, serious ...
Plot:
power struggle, royal family, emperor, palace intrigue, royal court, indian history, ruler, government conspiracy, empire, family relations, years of lead, political intrigue ...
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller
Country: India
Duration: 150 min.
Story:
Set in the 1650s Mughal Era, Veera Mallu, a Robin Hood-like outlaw with secret motives is hired to steal the Koh-i-Noor from Aurangzeb’s palace. He is joined by a crew of misfits, each talented in their own way, to complete the mission.
Style:
historical drama, period piece, epic, dramatic, action adventure ...
Plot:
sword fight, treasure hunt, heist, indian history, resistance, revolution, courage, oppression, rebellion, robin hood, loyalty, vengeance ...
Time:
17th century
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama
Country: India
Duration: 188 min.
Story:
In the days leading up to Partition, a Hindu woman is abducted by a Muslim man. Soon, she finds herself not only forced into marriage, but living in a new country as the borders between India and Pakistan are drawn
Style:
social, patriotic, emotional, realistic, semi serious
Plot:
hindu, women, indian history, muslim woman, fall in love, politics, loveless marriage, punjabi, islam, patriot, brother sister relationship, teacher ...
Time:
1940s
Place:
pakistan, india, asia, middle east
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama
Country: India
Duration: 118 min.
Story:
Pathemari features the life of Pallikkal Narayanan who migrated to the Middle-East in the early 1980s, when the Kerala Gulf boom was at its peak.
Style:
period piece, emotional, captivating, dramatic, serious ...
Plot:
immigration, hardship, immigrant, migration, homesickness, coping, family history, indian history, foreigner, happiness, country, nostalgia ...
Time:
80s, 70s, 60s
Place:
dubai
Is relevant?
137K
Genre: Action, Drama
Country: India
Duration: 179 min.
Story:
7000 years ago, Ayodhya's Prince Raghava and Prince Sesh along with the Mighty Vanar Warriors travels to the island of Lanka with an aim to rescue Raghava's wife Janaki, who has been abducted by Lankesh, the king of Lanka.
Style:
suspenseful, tense, captivating, exciting, epic fantasy ...
Plot:
mythology, evil, good versus evil, indian history, hindu, myth, mythical creature, giant bird, battles, abduction, fight, bow and arrow ...
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Related movie lists
Genre: Comedy
Country: India
Duration: 75 min.
Story:
From the Vedas to Vasco de Gama to vacuous Bollywood plotlines, comedian Vir Das celebrates the history of India with his one-of-a-kind perspective.
Style:
touching, inspirational, humorous, sentimental, entertaining ...
Plot:
stand up comedy, comedy club, comedian, celebrity culture, career, creativity, eccentricity, improv, actor's life, character study, family relations, life philosophy ...
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 41 min.
TV show
Story:
In his quest to find a worthy successor for his grand legacy, Emperor Akbar sparks a war among his sons. What follows is a terrifying battle for power, filled with politics, betrayals, and bloodshed.
Style:
suspenseful, historical drama, captivating, exciting, period piece ...
Plot:
politics, political intrigue, revenge, power struggle, betrayal, hand to hand combat, mistress, fistfight, avenge, imperialism, empire, emperor ...
Time:
16th century
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Drama
Country: India
Duration: 172 min.
Story:
Kelu is a warrior in 16th century Kerala whose father was killed by Vasco da Gama and his troops. Kelu vows to avenge his father's death with the assistance of Vavvali and Ayesha, a warrior princess.
Style:
captivating, suspense, suspenseful, tense, disturbing ...
Plot:
warrior, revenge, assassin, vengeance, battles, fight, murderer, murder, one man army, indian history, swordplay, duel ...
Time:
16th century
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
Country: India
Duration: 181 min.
Story:
‘Marakkar Lion of the Arabian Sea’ portrays the courageous life-events of a rebellious naval chief, Kunjali Marakkar the fourth, who fought against the Portuguese in the ancient times. He was the fourth naval chief of the Calicut Zamorin. The ...
Style:
epic, captivating, tense, exciting, heroic ...
Plot:
warrior, sea battle, historical figure, fight for supremacy, battles, fight, legendary hero, biopic, spectacle, colonialism, indian history, strategy ...
Time:
16th century, 2020s
Is relevant?
Genre: Biography, History
Country: India
Duration: 197 min.
Story:
The movie tells the story of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, known mainly for his contributions in shaping the Constitution of India, as the chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constituent Assembly. He dedicated his life to fight against the evils ...
Style:
historical drama, inspirational, serious, period piece, educational ...
Plot:
civil rights, equality, freedom, oppression, biopic, caste system, indian freedom fighter, social justice, human rights, activism, leadership, indian history ...
Place:
new york
Is relevant?
Related movie lists
Genre: Action, Drama, Romance
Country: India
Duration: 170 min.
Story:
Amongst the communal riots that erupt in the city, Tara shelters a wayward Sakina from a crazed mob and a bond that blossoms into love is created. The two eventually get married and have a son. The happy family, now living in Amritsar, gets the ...
Style:
romantic, realistic, serious, patriotic, suspense ...
Plot:
family relations, social differences, against the odds, fall in love, against the rules, political unrest, love and romance, society, religions or cults, on the run, patriot, pursuit ...
Time:
1940s, 1950s, year 1947, 50s
Place:
india, pakistan, asia, middle east
Is relevant?
Genre: Action, Biography, Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 135 min.
Story:
When Aurangzeb recruits his trusted soldier Udaybhan to control the Kondhana fort, Shivaji's military leader Tanhaji Malusare and his army of Maratha warriors set out to recapture the fortress.
Style:
exciting, captivating, serious, fast, cult classic ...
Audience:
chick flick
Plot:
conqueror, fort, military, conquering, medieval, asian history, propaganda, battles, hindu, army, death, warrior ...
Time:
17th century, 2020s
Place:
india
Is relevant?
Genre: Biography, Drama, History, Romance
Country: UK, India, Sweden
Duration: 106 min.
Story:
In 1947, Lord Mountbatten assumes the post of last Viceroy, charged with handing India back to its people, living upstairs at the house which was the home of British rulers, whilst 500 Hindu, Muslim and Sikh servants lived downstairs.
Style:
costume drama, sincere, disturbing, factual, touching ...
Plot:
british raj, independence, palace, servant, earl, ethnic conflict, british empire, democracy, economics, promise, governor, celebration ...
Time:
1940s, year 1945, year 1933, year 1947
Place:
india, delhi, pakistan, london, new delhi ...
Is relevant?
Genre: Comedy, Drama, History
Country: India
Duration: 129 min.
Story:
It is the year 1856. Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the king of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British colonialists, intent on controlling this rich land, have sent general Outram on a secret mission to clear the way for an ...
Style:
parallel cinema, relaxing, art film, insightful, serious ...
Plot:
chess, medieval, colonialism, politics, indian history, nobleman, legion, hardcore, foreign legion, revolutionary, struggle, rebel ...
Time:
19th century, year 1977, 1850s, victorian era
Place:
britain, india, asia
Is relevant?
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Country: India, UK, South Africa, USA
Duration: 136 min.
Story:
With Gandhi My Father, producer Anil Kapoor and director Feroz Abbas Khan have shed light onto Gandhi the person, rather than Gandhi the icon. Using Gandhi’s political career as a canvas, the film paints a picture of his intricate, complex, and ...
Style:
emotional, touching, sincere, uplifting, captivating ...
Plot:
father son relationship, independence movement, racism, tragedy, fighting the system, human spirit, rebelliousness, rebellion, rise to the top, family problems, family relations, injustice ...
Time:
1940s, 1930s, 1910s, 1920s
Place:
india, africa, south africa, asia
Is relevant?
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Country: India
Duration: 167 min.
Story:
A young idealistic English filmmaker, Sue, arrives in India to make a film on Indian revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad and their contemporaries and their fight for freedom from the British Raj. Owing to a lack of funds, she recruits ...
Style:
serious, entertaining, cult classic, sincere, exciting ...
Plot:
politics, rebelliousness, sikh, murder, patriotism, courage, coming of age, society, state affairs, protest, patriot, corruption ...
Time:
y2k, year 2006, 21st century
Place:
india, middle east, new delhi, asia, london ...
Is relevant?
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Country: India
Duration: 120 min.
Story:
Byomkesh recalls the murder mystery of historian, Ishan Chandra Majumder, where Byomkesh along with Ajit and Pandey, tries to demystify the real reason behind the series of deaths in the family and the gold coin.
Style:
suspense, detective, cerebral, tense, atmospheric ...
Audience:
adult
Plot:
murder, investigation, whodunit, sleuth, family secret, betrayal, motive, puzzle, revenge, moral ambiguity, slow burn, indian history ...
Is relevant?
Related movie lists
