Top 10 Bollywood Films With Personal Finance As Central Theme

Movies have been made on popular themes like love, comedy, revenge, thriller, and scary, but there are some movies with themes that connect with an average person. Movies depicting real issues of an average Indian person, such as health, income, and government-related topics like corruption and elections. Many teenagers and job freshers struggle with managing their finances and saving for investment. And movies are a perfect way of raising awareness about such a vital topic which everyone should know about. We have compiled a list of 10 Bollywood movies with personal finance as their central theme.

1. Gharaonda

The 1971 drama, Gharaonda, is a movie about a couple, Sudip and Chaya, who buy a house for themselves with their hard-earned money. After paying the real estate developer, they realize that he is a fraud, and they lose their money. The dream of buying a house is close to everyone, especially newlywed couples. This movie teaches us a lesson of never trusting a real estate company without cross-checking and verifying its legitimacy. This lesson works when a massive sum of money is involved.

2. Teen Bahuraniyan

This 1969 movie has correctly summed up the popular Hindi saying, Aamdani atthanni, kharcha rupaiya. ‘Teen Bahuraniyan’ revolves around a school teacher, Dinnnanath, who has a moderate income and due to which he manages the finances of the house very meticulously. Things go out of hand when his family members start to spend more on expensive items to impress their new and popular neighbor, a movie star. But Dinnanath doesn’t tolerate this overspending and successfully teaches the household a lesson. From this movie, the viewers can learn that one should only how much he can afford.

3. Avtaar

In the movie Avtaar, the protagonist Avtaar Kishen is forced to take retirement as he meets with an accident. After his retirement, he becomes dependent on his three sons, but they are of no good and don’t take of him. He is in utter disbelief and shock that after doing so much for his kids, this is what he is getting in return for all that love he showered on them. Avtaar and his wife Radha are left helpless and turn to a good friend. This movie can be an eye-opener for all middle-aged people, who are close to their retirement.

4. Judaai

This movie is about a married woman, Kajal who is really into money and fame, for which she is ready to do anything. Jahnavi falls in love with Kajal’s husband, Raj, and wants to marry him. So, to fulfill her dreams of being wealthy, Kajal allows this marriage in exchange for two crore rupees. Raj is stunned with Kajal’s obsession over money but decides to play along. Ultimately, Kajal realizes her mistake and apologizes to everyone, who was hurt. This movie shows us the importance of family over money.

5. Khosla ka Ghosla

This 2006 comical yet moral movie revolves around Kamal Kishore Khosla who was tricked into transferring the ownership of his land to a cunning builder, Khurana. But Khosla’s two sons try to get back their land with the help of theatrical actors by selling a government-owned land to Khurana. When Khurana receives the taste of his own medicine, he realizes his mistake and returns the land to Khosla. The movie’s moral is that valuable assets like land should be kept safe from fraud.

6. Ta Ra Rum Pum Click to look into! >> Read More...

The movie Ta Ra Rum Pum focuses on Rajveer, a professional and successful car racer. After an accident, his career is ruined, and his family has to adjust with all the expenses, as the household’s income has reduced and the costs are still high. Things get out of hand when Rajveer’s son gets sick, but their income does not allow them to get the treatment. So, Rajveer has to race again to earn money for the treatment. This movie tells us the importance of keeping money aside for unforeseen days like these.

7. Baghban Click to look into! >> Read More...

This 2003 famous movie, Baghban, is about an old couple who are financially dependent on their children. After many harsh times and having to stay apart for months, the two are heartbroken to see their children brush off their responsibilities as kids. Then they decide to live on their own and the father begins to write, and publish a book. From that, there is no looking back for them, the two live peacefully. But their children then realise the mistake they had made with mistreating their parents.

8. EMI

This comical and satirical-themed movie is about a loan recovery firm run by a gangster. The Good Luck Recovery Agency deals with various banks and firms to recover loans from their debtors. The movie is led by Sanjay Dutt July 29, 1959, was the day when the two legends of >> Read More... , who plays the goon who gets defaulters to pay their outstanding debts to his customers. This movie presents the real-world recovery process funnily.

9. Bazaar Click to look into! >> Read More...

Bazaar is a movie all about stock trading and share markets. This thriller will keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat when a powerful businessman, Shakun, betrays a young and aspiring trader, Rizwan. This movie is about money, money, and money. It is a must-watch for all investment bankers and stock market enthusiasts.

10. Lagaan

In the movie Lagaan, Bhuvan, played by Amir Khan Amir Iqbal Khan is a former professional boxer fro >> Read More... , teaches us a lesson on taxes and tax planning. Tax planning is an essential part of personal finance. Bhuvan opposes the rule of double taxation, and by winning a match of cricket, can prove his point. We also learn to save taxes as much as possible and choose the correct investments for it.