7 Mahesh Bhatt films to watch on OTT  

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Mahesh Bhatt’s best movies  

Mahesh Bhatt is among the celebrated Indian filmmakers who has been bestowed with multiple prestigious awards for his craft. Here are some of his best works as a director and producer.   

Sadak (YouTube) 

Featuring Sanjay Dutt and Pooja Bhatt, this action thriller is the Indian version of the Taxi Driver film and revolves around a traumatic driver and illegal prostitution business. 

Tamanna (YouTube)

Starring Paresh Rawal, Pooja Bhatt, Sharad Kapoor and Manoj Bajpayee, this poignant drama film revolves around social issues and stereotypes. It also won a National Film Award.   

Zakhm (YouTube)  

Headlined by a star-studded ensemble of Ajay Devgn, Kunal Khemu, Pooja Bhatt, and Sonali Bendre, this award-winning movie traces the life of Mahesh Bhatt’s mother.    

Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (YouTube)  

Featuring Pooja Bhatt and Aamir Khan, this romantic drama film revolves around the unconventional love story between a runaway rich girl and a struggling journalist.

Saaransh (Prime Video)  

Starring Anupam Kher, Rohini Hattangadi and Soni Razdan, this critically acclaimed film revolves around an elderly couple grappling with the loss of their only child.   

 Arth (YouTube)  

This semi-autobiographical film revolves around extramarital love, infidelity, guilt and personal growth. It features Shabana Azmi, Kulbhushan Kharbanda and Smita Patil.   

Aashiqui (Airtel Xstream)  

A tale of love and aspirations, this gripping romantic drama film is renowned for its impressive soundtrack. It features Rahul Roy, Anu Aggarwal and Deepak Tijori in the lead.   

 Collab with Emraan Hashmi   

Mahesh Bhatt later forayed into screenwriting and production. He collaborated with Emraan Hashmi in films like Murder, Awarapan, Gangster, Jannat and more.