50 Fun Bollywood Movies to Use for Dumb Charades Night
If you’ve ever been stuck mid-charade trying to mime a movie title like “Andaz Apna Apna” and wished for a ready list of go-to options—this blog is your best friend. Whether you're planning a Bollywood-themed game night, an icebreaker activity, or just want to abhi ke abhi start a game of dumb charades, we’ve got you covered.
Bollywood charades is a rite of passage at every Indian sleepover, college fest, office off-site, or family gathering. It’s nostalgic, chaotic, and absolutely hilarious. But what makes or breaks the game? The right mix of movie names—some obvious, some tricky, and some downright legendary.
Here’s your ultimate list of 50 Bollywood movie names that are perfect for charades—categorised to suit every level of difficulty.
Easy Level: The Crowd-Pleasers
These are the movies everyone knows—ideal for warming up the group or getting the kids involved.
- Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
- Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
- 3 Idiots
- Golmaal
- Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.
- Chennai Express
- Om Shanti Om
- Sholay
- Student of the Year
- Pathaan
Pro tip: Don’t overthink. These are easy to act out and will keep the energy flowing.
Medium Level: A Bit of a Brain Tease
These are for those friends who’ve watched too many movies and need a challenge.
- Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
- Wake Up Sid
- Hum Tum
- Ek Tha Tiger
- Queen
- Tumhari Sulu
- Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa
- Band Baaja Baaraat
- Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
Acting Tip: Use props or gestures to hint at iconic scenes or characters without saying a word.
Difficult Level: For the Drama Queens & Cinephiles
Pull these out when you want to stump your rival team and feel extra filmy doing it.
- Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola
- Gangs of Wasseypur
- No Smoking
- Jalebi
- Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!
- Titli
- Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year
- A Wednesday!
- Kaalakaandi
- Love, Sex Aur Dhokha
These are harder to act and even harder to guess—but that’s the thrill, right?
Funny & Meme-Worthy Films
Great for laughs, mimicry, and pure desi fun.
- Andaaz Apna Apna
- Welcome
- Hera Pheri
- Bhagam Bhag
- Housefull
- Fukrey
- Coolie No. 1
- Dhol
- Tees Maar Khan
- Pagalpanti
Audience Reaction: Guaranteed ROFLs when someone tries to act like Baburao or Majnu Bhai.
Wild Cards: For Thematic Rounds or Twists
Use these when you want to spice things up—maybe with a “reverse charades” round or acting in slow motion?
- Black
- Barfi!
- Haider
- Tamasha
- The Lunchbox
- Udaan
- Piku
- Badhaai Ho
- Bhootnath
- Taare Zameen Par
These movies lend themselves well to emotional acting, gesture-heavy clues, or even themed rounds (like emotional movies, award-winners, or female-led films).
How to Make Bollywood Charades More Fun
If you want to level up your dumb charades night, here are some creative ways to do it:
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Split the room: Couples vs Singles, Millennials vs Gen Z, Movie Buffs vs Casual Watchers
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Add a timer: Use a sand timer or a 30-second buzzer
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Mix languages: Toss in a few regional or English movies for spice
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Use props: Glasses, dupattas, random kitchen spoons. It adds to the chaos.
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Create themes: Only ‘90s movies, Only Shah Rukh Khan films, or Oscar-nominated Indian entries
Bollywood dumb charades isn’t just a game—it’s a cultural moment. Whether you're trying to mime Gangs of Wasseypur with your hands, or dramatically weeping while enacting Black, the real fun is in watching your friends lose it over your acting.
This list of 50 Bollywood movies for dumb charades is your ultimate toolkit—whether you're playing in a living room, during a work retreat, or over video call with your cousins.
So, grab your gang, divide into teams, roll up your sleeves and remember—no talking allowed. Only dramatic expressions, wild gestures, and epic guessing await.
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