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Top 10 Hindi movies and shows to watch if you like dark comedy

Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983)
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1/10
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983)
A cult classic, this satirical comedy exposes corruption, bureaucracy, and greed through absurd humor. Its iconic Mahabharata spoof scene still stands as Bollywood’s sharpest dark comedy moment.
Delhi Belly (2011)
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2/10
Delhi Belly (2011)
Quirky, bold, and unapologetically dark, this Aamir Khan, produced film follows three roommates entangled with gangsters. With irreverent humor and edgy storytelling, it became a cult hit for millennial audiences.

Andhadhun (2018)
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3/10
Andhadhun (2018)
A blackly comic thriller where a pianist fakes blindness, Andhadhun mixes crime, irony, and wit. Ayushmann Khurrana’s performance elevates this gripping film, full of unexpected twists and dark laughs.
Blackmail (2018)
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4/10
Blackmail (2018)
Starring Irrfan Khan, this twisted tale of a man blackmailing his cheating wife spirals into chaos. The film blends humor with moral dilemmas and everyday urban absurdities.
Ludo (2020)
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5/10
Ludo (2020)
Anurag Basu’s multi-narrative film mixes fate, crime, and coincidence with comic chaos. Its dark humor, quirky characters, and vibrant style make it a standout Bollywood black comedy.

Guns & Gulaabs (Since 2023)
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6/10
Guns & Gulaabs (Since 2023)
Raj & DK’s quirky dark comedy set in the ’90s small-town crime world. Featuring Rajkummar Rao and Dulquer Salmaan, it mixes crime, chaos, and humor with a nostalgic retro vibe.
Afsos (Since 2020)
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7/10
Afsos (Since 2020)
A unique dark comedy where a suicidal man hires an assassin to end his life, but fate keeps saving him. Starring Gulshan Devaiah, it mixes philosophy, irony, and humor brilliantly.
Kadakh (2019)
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8/10
Kadakh (2019)
Rajat Kapoor’s black comedy unfolds at a Diwali party where a dead body lies hidden inside a house. With sharp wit and absurd situations, it’s a perfect blend of laughter and tension.
Hasmukh (Since 2020)
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9/10
Hasmukh (Since 2020)
This twisted comedy follows an aspiring stand-up comic who can only perform well after committing murder. Starring Vir Das, it’s a biting satire on ambition, morality, and the dark side of entertainment.
Kaalakaandi (2018)
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10/10
Kaalakaandi (2018)
Starring Saif Ali Khan, this trippy dark comedy explores Mumbai’s underbelly in one wild night. Drugs, gangsters, and quirky humor create a chaotic yet entertaining narrative.
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