Unique Film Titles in Bollywood

Bollywood has always maintained good Titles to define their narrative.  Makers even believe the title helps in registering the film’s personality in the minds of the audience.

The shorter or longer however it may be, it needs to be unique. Did you know Producers need to register the title to secure copyrights to their names.

Here is a list of Bollywood Film names that left us interested :

Bhindi Bazaar Inc.

Shot in the by lanes of Bhindi Bazaar, this gangster film deals with two opposing groups who pick pockets. The film didn’t do well at the box office but despite that, had an interesting title, especially

with the inclusion of .inc making the groups seem like companies. We acknowledge your difference.

       Ishaqzaade –

A tragic love story titled Ishaqzaade to define the passion between the lovers, Parineeti Chopra & Arjun Kapoor. We like the inspiration from a certain cuss work, which was notably used in songs as well dialogues.  Similar titles in the likes of Mastizaade are doing the rounds too.

 Masaan –

The title is derived from the Sanskrit word Shmashaan. The film revolves around a character who burns corpse for a living and hence, the suited title. The film went onto win many hearts and did well overseas as well. Kudos to the brave film-makers who come up with unique concepts and even more unique titles

      P.K-

Just two initials to a film was a risky title to have. Nevertheless, the film did wonders as it built curiosity among viewers to know who is P.K . In some of the dialogues we get to know that people are referring to him as drunk and hence, calling him P.K.  A good attempt to stand out from the clutter of  same type of film names.

 Peepli (LIVE) –  

A story about a poor farmer Natha, residing in Peepli, plans to commit suicide so his family would be well compensated is overheard by a media reporter and the whole situation goes LIVE on TV. Hence, the name Peepli LIVE. The film has a satirical approach on Media, Politics shown using the conditions of Indian Farmers. An apt and heart winning title.

 English Vinglish –

We love the rhyming approach to this new age film. A woman who is trying to ace her English language in order to find respect within her family and her efforts towards it are heart-warming. What a lovely title!

      3 Idiots –

We love the numeric touch to the title and the young care-free attitude of undergraduate engineers captured in the idiots. This one will always be a classic film.

      Ragini MMS –

At a time when MMS’s were doing the rounds, Ekta Kapoor thought of merging technology with her lead character’s name. This was bundled with Horror and Erotica. A smart title we’d say, it paved the way for unique marketing as well.

      DEV.D- 

A cooler shorter version for Devdas, Dev D was indeed a unique title. The lead was made to look like a brat who is brash in love and ends up in a hit and run case. Current affairs merged with a classic love story made this film a win!

 The Dirty Picture

We love how bold the title sounds. A film made on South Indian Film Industry and the struggles of an actress, from being exploited to going bankrupt. We congratulate the team on the selection of a great title.