5 Sanjay Leela Bhansali films you can’t miss on OTT - From Devadas to Bajirao Mastani

Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali is known for his opulent set designs, gorgeous costumes and stellar performances in his epic drama films. He left an indelible mark on the hearts of audiences with his very first movie, Khamoshi: The Musical, starring Salman Khan and Manisha Koirala. As he gears up for the release of his OTT debut with the web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, here are 5 Sanjay Leela Bhansali movies that you need to watch on OTT.

Devdas (2002)

This 2002 film, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in lead roles, is a timeless tale of love and tragedy. It showcases the tale of Dev (Shah Rukh) and Paro (Aishwarya), who are childhood sweethearts but are separated after a conflict between their families. Paro is then married off to an older man. The movie is about the insanity that follows Dev after Paro goes missing from his life. The stunning visuals, mesmerising sets and powerful performances make this a must-watch.

Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Run time: 3 hours and 3 minutes

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Padmaavat (2018)

Padmaavat is the epic saga of Queen Padmavati, who was married to King Ratan Singh. What happens when the ruthless Sultan Alauddin Khilji unleashes terror on Ratan Singh and abducts his wife, Padmavati? With breathtaking visuals, opulent sets and impeccable performances by Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh, SLB highlights the love, loss and sacrifices of Queen Padmavati.

Cast: Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor and Ranveer Singh

Run time: 2 hours and 42 minutes

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Bajirao Mastani (2015)

Sanjay Leela Bhansali takes us back to the 18th century with Bajirao Mastani as we witness the grandeur and luxury of the Maratha kingdom. Starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Bajirao Mastani is the epic love story of Bajirao and Mastani. This historical drama is a visual spectacle brought to screen with majestic sets and incredible performances.

Cast: Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Run time: 2 hours and 37 minutes

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Black (2005)

Starring Rani Mukerji and Amitabh Bachchan in lead roles, Black is inspired by the real-life story of Helen Keller and her teacher. Michelle (Rani) is a deaf and blind girl who is under the care of her teacher, Debraj Sahai (Bachchan). With Debraj’s unconventional modes of teaching, the director brings out the need for human connection and the complexities of emotions. With a stellar storyline, Rani and Amitabh bring out human emotions effortlessly on screen.

Cast: Rani Mukerji and Amitabh Bachchan

Run time: 2 hours and 3 minutes

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Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)

Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam beautifully captures the intricacies of love, sacrifice and heartbreak through the emotional journey of Nandini (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan), who falls in love with Sameer (Salman Khan). After Nandini’s family rejects this relationship, they get her married off to Vanraj (Ajay Devgn). After realising that Nandini is in love with someone else, Vanraj and Nandini venture off on a journey to find Sameer. How that journey leads to Vanraj and Nandini getting close to each other is the plotline of the film.

Cast: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn

Run time: 3 hours and 8 minutes

OTT partner: Amazon Prime Video