Mahesh Bhatt
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Mahesh Bhatt (born 20 September 1948) is an Indian film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his works in Hindi cinema. A stand-out film from his earlier period is Saaransh (1984), screened at the 14th Moscow International Film Festival. It became India's official entry for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film for that year.
Mahesh Bhatt Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mahesh Bhatt reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mahesh Bhatt's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Mahesh Bhatt's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The 80s India, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mahesh Bhatt Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mahesh Bhatt's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mahesh Bhatt has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Ab Dilli Dur Nahin | Devesh Kapoor | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Yours Truly | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Dark Side of Life: Mumbai City | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The 80s India | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kaagaz Ki Kashti | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Saeed Mirza: The Leftist Sufi | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Shamitabh | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Aashiqui 2 | Rahul's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | No One Killed Jessica | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bollywood Embodied, The People Want Cinema | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | C Kkompany | Special Appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Ho Sakta Hai! | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sunset Bollywood | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Deshwasi | Collector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Haque | Gurudev | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Lahu Luhan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Blind Alley | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Toote Khilone | - | Flop | Similar → |
Mahesh Bhatt - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mahesh Bhatt?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mahesh Bhatt is "The 80s India" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Mahesh Bhatt acted in?
Mahesh Bhatt has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mahesh Bhatt?
Other notable films include "Saeed Mirza: The Leftist Sufi", "Yours Truly", and "No One Killed Jessica".