Korean films and dramas have earned a massive fanbase in India, thanks to their unique storytelling and emotional depth. Interestingly, several Bollywood filmmakers have taken inspiration from Korean hits to create Hindi versions of these films. Some performed well, while others struggled at the box office. Let’s look at seven Bollywood movies adapted from Korean cinema and where you can stream them.
1. Radhe (2021) – Adapted from The Outlaws
Salman Khan’s Radhe is based on the Korean hit The Outlaws. Despite high expectations, Radhe failed to make an impact at the box office. You can watch it on Zee5.
2. Awarapan (2007) – Inspired by A Bittersweet Life
Starring Emraan Hashmi and Shriya Saran, Awarapan is based on the 2005 Korean film A Bittersweet Life. Although it didn’t succeed commercially, the film developed a cult following over time. Stream it on Prime Video.
3. Barfi! (2012) – Based on Lover’s Concerto
Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra delivered stellar performances in Barfi!, which takes inspiration from Lover’s Concerto. Barfi! was a box office success and is available on Netflix.
4. Bharat (2019) – Adapted from Ode to My Father
Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif came together in Bharat, a remake of the Korean film Ode to My Father. Despite the star power, the film did not perform as expected. Watch it on Prime Video.
5. Ek Villain (2014) – Inspired by I Saw the Devil
Sidharth Malhotra, Shraddha Kapoor, and Riteish Deshmukh starred in Ek Villain, which takes its cues from the thriller I Saw the Devil. The film is streaming on Hotstar.
6. Dhamaka (2021) – Adapted from The Terror Live
Kartik Aaryan’s performance in Dhamaka earned praise. The film, based on The Terror Live, is available on Netflix.
7. Jazbaa (2015) – Inspired by Seven Days
Aishwarya Rai and Irrfan Khan featured in Jazbaa, a legal drama inspired by Seven Days. You can stream it on Zee5.
