7 comedy-drama films as good as Laapataa Ladies

Arshi Khanam

Laapataa Ladies

Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies impressed everyone as it sweeped IIFA with 10 Awards, including the Best Film.

Comedy drama movies

If you loved Laapataa Ladies, take a look at some of the captivating comedy drama films to watch online.

Peepli Live (Dailymotion)

This satirical comedy drama film revolves around the crisis of farmers suicides and financial issues. 

14 Phere (ZEE5)

The plot of this romantic comedy and drama film revolves around an inter caste couple who concocts a plan to convince their parents. 

All India Rank (Netflix)

This inspirational drama film is set in the 1990s and traces the journey of a 17-year-old boy who aspires to crack India's toughest engineering exam. 

Pagglait (Netflix)

This poignant dramedy features Sanya Malhotra as a young widow who grapples to deal with grief, social stereotypes and a secret past.  

Janhit Mein Jaari (ZEE5)

Nushrratt Bharuccha headlines this comedy drama film that sheds light on social issues and taboos related to condom and safe sexual practices.

Sui Dhaaga (Prime Video)

Featuring Varun Dhawan and Anushka Sharma, the plot revolves around a rural town married couple who starts their small business amid high stakes. 

Nil Battey Sannata (ZEE5)

The plot follows a mother’s journey to motivate her daughter to study and score good for a better life despite the social odds.