From Raazi To Sanju, Here Are 13 Amazing Bollywood Releases Of 2018 You Can't Afford To Miss

2018 has been a great year for Bollywood. A lot of good films on different subjects have released. From Sanjay Leela Bhansali¡¯s controversial film Padmaavat to Luv Ranjan¡¯s epic laughter riot Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, 2018 has given most number of Rs. 100 crore films.

There have been a lot of breathtaking performances like that of Alia Bhatt in Raazi and Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal in Sanju. Not only the actors but a lot of supporting actors have given stupendous performances. Here is a list of best Bollywood films that have released in 2018 so far. If you have missed out on any, here¡¯s a list that will sort out your weekends.

1. Padmaavat (IMDb rating ¨C 7.1)

Release Date: Jan 25

Padmaavat became the eye of the storm since the time it was announced. From Sanjay Leela Bhansali being assaulted on the sets of his own film to his sets being set on fire, there were a lot of hurdles in the way of Padmaavat¡¯s release. The Rajput Karni Sena threatened the makers to not release the movie because of their apprehensions that the movie distorts history. The release date of the movie was pushed and the title was also changed from Padmavati to Padmaavat. After crossing a lot of hurdles, the movie finally hit the screens and it roared success at the box office. Not only the critics praised it but audiences loved it too. Ranveer Singh¡¯s performance was hailed as his best so far.

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2. Sanju (IMDb rating 8.8)

Release Date: June 29

The recently released Sanju is another movie that one can¡¯t simply miss to watch. Rajkumar Hirani, as people say is the best storyteller in Bollywood, has proved his skills yet again. With wit and humour, he remarkably narrated the chaotic story of Sanjay Dutt. From his drug addiction to his alleged involvement in 1993 Mumbai bomb blasts, people were left stunned knowing the story of the Bollywood star. However, some people thought that the biopic was an attempt to whitewash the image of Sanjay Dutt. Despite that, people loved the masterpiece it is.

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3. Raazi (IMDb rating 7.9)

Release Date: May 11

Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal starrer Raazi is a gripping story about a Kashmiri spy who agrees to marry a Pakistani army officer to spy on the neighbouring country during the Indo-Pak war of 1971. Not even at one point in the two-hour eighteen-minute long movie, you feel bored. The story and narration is so good that it keeps you intrigued. Based on Harinder S. Sikka¡¯s 2008 novel Calling Sehmat, which is inspired from true incidents, the spy-thriller will keep you on the edge of the seats. It¡¯s also a roller coaster ride full of emotions.

Also Read: For Alia Bhatt, Working With ¡®Raazi¡¯ Director Meghna Gulzar Was Like Working With Her Own Self

4. Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (IMDb rating: 7.3)

Release Date: Feb 23

After Pyaar Ka Punchnama and its sequel, Luv Ranjan is back with yet another men vs women film. Despite the fact that some people claimed that the movie is full of gender stereotyping and misogyny, it is unquestionably hilarious. In the battle of sexes, the Kartik Aaryan, Nushrat Bharucha and Sunny Singh Nijjar starrer runs on the frat-boy logic that bros come before hoes. It¡¯s bigger and better in comparison to Pyaar Ka Punchnama. If you are looking forward to a laughter riot, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety is the movie you should watch; perhaps, over and over again

Also, the movie gave Kartik Aryan the deserved recognition in the industry. So much so, that it is said that he hiked his fee thereafter. He hosted IIFA Rocks and has already bagged another film Lukka Chuppi alongside Kriti Sanon.

Also Read: 9 Kickass Dialogues From Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety Which Took This Movie To The Rs 100 Crore Club!

5. Raid (IMDb rating: 7.6)

Release Date: March 16

We have often heard the dreadful income tax raids, but have you ever wondered how is it planned and executed? Based on real-life high-profile income tax raids conducted by the Income Tax Department in the 1980s under the leadership of a courageous and upright Indian Revenue Service officer Amay Patnaik, the movie starring Ajay Devgn, Saurabh Shukla and Ileana D'Cruz gives us a glimpse into what real-life raids look like. The dialogues of the movie are powerful as well provocative.

Also Read: 13 Heavy-Loaded Dialogues From Ajay Devgn Starrer ¡®Raid¡¯ That Makes The Movie A Must-Watch!

6. Padman (IMDb rating: 8.2)

Release Date: Feb. 9

To break the taboo surround menstruation, Akshay Kumar starrer Padman was an attempt to shed the stigma surrounding periods and inform women about menstruation hygiene. The movie was the first one to be screened at Oxford Union. What¡¯s more? The movie is inspired by the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham, a social activist from Tamil Nadu, who invented low-cost sanitary pads and shed light on the importance of it. It does not glorify Akshay Kumar, who is playing the lead role, as saviour superhero. Instead, it talks about the issues such as women¡¯s hygiene. The movie definitely prompted a conversation on the subject period.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar Starrer ¡®Padman¡¯ Becomes First Indian Movie To Be Screened At Oxford Union

7. Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran (IMDb rating: 8.5)

Release Date: May 25

Based on 1998 Pokhran nuclear tests, John Abraham starrer Pramanu brings forward a forgotten chapter from Indian history to the forefront. If you want to revisit the history through cinema, this one is a must watch for you. People say that facts and fiction are mixed in order to whip the patriotic fervour. It showcases how nuclear power can be used to ensure security as well as peace for the nation. With equal amounts of patriotism, humour and emotions, it is said that script of the film is what makes it a good movie. The story is intriguing and at no point you will feel bored.

Also Read: With The Success Of 'Parmanu', John Abraham Feels He's The Old Horse Of The Film Industry

8. October (IMDb rating: 7.7)

Release Date: April 13

Varun Dhawan and Banita Sandhu starrer October is an emotional and distorted tale of two acquaintances. It is a beautiful yet heartbreaking story of love and loss that has struck the chord with everyone who has watched it. It¡¯s not a typical love stories that you have grown up watching in Bollywood films. In this one, Shoojit Sircar¡¯s with a unique story is saying a lot, probably too much that words can explain. It¡¯s not a movie that has been crafted with heavy dialogues and romantic scenes, it¡¯s quite simple yet it will struck a chord with you. With this one, you can say Shoojit Sircar is the new Imtiaz Ali.

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9. Mukkabaaz (IMDb rating: 8.2)

Release Date: Jan 12

If you are a die-hard fan of Anurag Kashyap and crazy for the kind of films he makes, Mukkabaaz should be on your must-watch list. Mukkabaaz is a sports drama movie about a truthful and a determined boxer who aspires to become a renowned name in the industry. But he has to fight a lot to achieve his dreams. From corruption in sporting federations to class-divide and troubled family ties, he also has to battle with the arch-villain to get the woman he loves. From dialogues to amazingly crafted characters, the movie superbly written. There¡¯s humour; there¡¯s soul; there¡¯s a lot to look forward to.

¡°Hum pehla dhakka nahi mare, hum pehla mukka nahi jade

Hum pehli gaali diye naa¡­

Unko kyun laga, bin baat ka tha

Humra jhagda jazbaat ka tha.¡±

10. Hichki (IMDb rating: 7.6)

Release Date: March 23

¡°What is life without a few hiccups?¡± ¨C that¡¯s the tagline of Ran Mukerjee¡¯s comeback film Hicki, which follows a story of a teacher who turns her biggest weakness (Tourette Syndrome)into her biggest strength. Rani Mukerji has delivered one of her best performances in this film. It¡¯s not a regular classroom saga; it¡¯s a lot more than that. It has plenty of insights, emotions as well as freshness.

Also Read: 11 Life Lessons From Rani Mukerji's Hichki Which Prove That Perseverance Is The Key To Success

11. Omerta (IMDB Rating: 7)

Release Date: May 4

Rajkummar Rao is the next big name in the industry and with every film, he proves just that. In this Hansal Mehta (known for films such as Aligarh, Shahid, City Lights and Simran among others), he plays the role of a terrorist. Ever thought what makes a terrorist so brutal and what goes inside his head when he commits brutal crimes? This docu-drama based on real-life incidents narrates the dark-edgy story of British-Pakistani terrorist Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh, who bought Pakistan to the brink of war and had brutally beheaded The Wall Street Journa¡¯s journalist Daniel Pearl. It¡¯s a brutally true story, which is intense and gripping.

Also Read: Playing A Terrorist In 'Omerta' Disturbed Rajkummar Rao So Much That He Went Into A Dark Place

12. Kaalakaandi (IMDb rating: 6.1)

Release Date: Jan. 12

If you find the title of the movie a little weird, Kaalakaandi is actually a Marathi slang used when things go disastrously wrong. The Saif Ali Khan starrer is a dark comedy which is about life, death and karma. The movie is directed by Akhsat Verma, who wrote Delly Belly. It¡¯s an ¨Cit-happened-on-that-night movie, which narrates the story of man who hasn¡¯t touched tobacco and alcohol in his life but is detected with stomach cancer. Now as he tries all the vices in his last month, he suddenly starts to crave to live. The movie is fun in bits and pieces.

Also Read: Saif's Kaalakaandi Releases Tomorrow & Here's Why Aamir Khan Doesn't Want You To Miss This One

13. Baaghi 2 (IMDb rating: 5.1)

Release Date: March 30

Baaghi was a great success at the box office and people who love action films, loved the Tiger Shroff starrer movie. So much so, that even before Baaghi 2 was released, the makers announced Baaghi 3. They were confident that the movie will do a great business at the box office and cinema buffs will love it, and that¡¯s exactly what happened. The movie did a great business but it¡¯s not the kind of film that will strike a chord will all types of movie buffs. It¡¯s a story about a battle-hardened army officer who fights against the drug lord and Russian henchman to save the kidnapped daughter of his former lover. For fans of action genre, Baaghi 2 is a feast.

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Which one is your most favourite of these? Also, if there¡¯s any other Bollywood movie apart from these that you liked, tell us in the comments section below.