RBC – Religion – Bollywood – Cricket. Put any Indian on a staple diet of all or any of these and they will remain happy forever. Think about it, Religion offers hope, Bollywood provides Entertainment, and Cricket teaches you about the indomitable sportsman spirit. When the dynamic duo, Ruchi (Wiggling Pen) & Dipika (Gleeful Blogger) approached me to write about Happiness, it delighted me. It was a golden opportunity to spread smiles during these crazy times of COVID pandemic and lockdown.
Here are 9 iconic Bollywood Comedy Scenes that have always made me laugh. These are scenes that stay with you long after the movie is over and when you are sitting quietly, they come back to you and leave you in splits.
Mehmood & Om Prakash: Classic Comedy Scene from Pyar Kiye Jaa (1966)
Whoever thought watching someone narrate a horror film scene could leave you in splits! In this brilliantly conceptualised and executed scene, the son, Mehmood, is narrating a horror scene to his father, Om Prakash. While Mehmood’s narration is spot on, the silent reactions from Om Prakash will leave you in splits. The end always leaves me laughing for a long time. Here’s the scene:
Johnny Lever, Dinesh Hingoo & Kajol: Super hit comedy scene from Baazigar (1993)
How can a house help inject comedy into a simple boy-meets-girl-for-marriage scene? Johnny Lever is at his comic best while he serves what he believes is the best tea in the world. The reactions by Dinesh Hingoo complete the scene and add to the mirth. Watch and enjoy!
Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi: Apun Ko Body Chahiye from Munnabhai M.B.B.S. (2003)
To what extent will you go to make your boss/best friend happy? Here’s a live example! Circuit arranges for a ‘body for dissection’ within 10 minutes of Bhai’s request. Even with the presence of a legend like Sanjay Dutt and a famous Marathi actress like Priya Bapat, this scene belongs to Arshad Warsi. Don’t miss the satire on foreigners who love portraying India as a poor and hungry nation. Watch this and keep smiling!
Kishore Kumar, Pran, Madhubala: Munna’s introduction from Half Ticket (1962)
My late Mamaji was a fan of Kishore Kumar’s movies. He once narrated how he left the movie hall during Half Ticket only because he was laughing uncontrollably. Kishore Kumar’s magic, Pran’s sophisticated demeanor and Madhubala’s pretty face add to the entertainment quotient of this iconic film. Those were days when the villain was a handsome, sophisticated gentleman and the hero was the ordinary-looking loser from next door. Modern crowd may find the comedy archaic and unfunny, that’s because many films have recreated these scenes later on. I always laugh when I see Kishore Kumar transform into 11-year-old Munna. His antics are super cute and borderline annoying, but totally entertaining. Watch and enjoy!
Khader Pakoda, Jr. Mehmood, Mukri: Amma Pakoda from Bombay To Goa (1972)
A bus full of passengers, each one with a story – all this while a parallel love story runs through the film. We may remember Bombay To Goa for the iconic performances of Mehmood, Amitabh, Shatrughan Sinha, however the Pakoda boy has a special place in the heart of every fan. Fun fact: the filmmakers haven’t credited Khader Pakoda in the main film, even though his presence brings so much laughter on the screen. Watch him go berserk as they untie him at the restaurant where they serve pakodas. Mukri and Jr. Mehmood support this scene brilliantly. Watch till the end!
Jagdeep, Mehmood, Salman Khan: Wah Wah Productions from Andaz Apna Apna (1994)
Andaz Apna Apna is an all-time favourite of so many people. It’s so difficult to choose the best scene from this film. I chose this clip only because of Salman, Jagdeep and Mehmood. This clip is a classic example of circular comedy where Mehmood dupes Salman who inturn dupes his dad. Superb timing and amazing chemistry between characters makes this clip fun to watch. Take a look!
Mukesh Tiwari, Sanjay Mishra, Vrijesh Hirji & Suniel Shetty: Oye Bhen Ka Takkas Tu Mujhe Fodne Aaya from One Two Three (2008)
One Two Three is one of the best films of 2008. It’s a film about how the stories of three people with the same name merge to cause a comedy of errors. I picked this scene only because of Sanjay Mishra’s dialogue, “Papa Ka ‘S’ Hai, Jaha Marzi Lagaye!” The bizzare comedy and the amazing comic timing of Sanjay Mishra, Vrijesh Hirji and Mukesh Tiwari will steal your heart and lend a smile. Do watch till the end!
Govinda, Anupam Kher, Satish Kaushik: Kha Khuja Batti Bhujha from Deewana Mastana (1997)
How can one have a list of comedy scenes without Govinda? Well, there are so many scenes where film actor Govinda has made us laugh. I chose this scene because it has legends like Anupam Kher and Satish Kaushik who ably support Govinda and take the scene to another level. Check Anupam Kher’s reactions when Govinda is delivering the iconic dialogue. Satish Kaushik’s “Sochna Padenga” after Govinda’s monologue forms part of so many of our daily conversations. Watch, enjoy, and mimic!
Ayushmann Khurrana, Javed Jaffrey : Jhaat ke Baal from Bala (2019)
Films with Ayushmann Khurrana usually center on situational comedy. The characters and situations makes them exceptionally interesting. Take the 2019 movie, Bala for example, the entire film is a laughter riot with making it a fun watch with the entire family. I chose this scene because it made me laugh out loud just short of rolling on the floor. Watch and enjoy!
There are so many scenes I have left out from this list for e.g. Soorma Bhopali in Sholay, Aamir Khan in Rangeela where he dresses in a yellow pant and shirt & takes Urmila to a five star. At the five star he asks the waiter to ‘turn the AC towards him’. Still others from Golmaal, Angoor, Padosan, the list is endless.
Let me know your favourite comedy scene in the comment section. Let’s spread smiles. 🙂
Penned by:
Mayura Amarkant
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I like it whenever people come together and share views. Great site, continue the good work!
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Great post
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Truly hilarious scenes. Thanks for sharing.
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Wow!! Such an amazing compilations of some amazing ROFL moments from Bollywood!! Andaaz Apna Apna, Munnabhai, Mehmood’s comical scenes are some of the clips that I can watch ample amount of times. Hilarious!
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Just played the clipping from Andaz apna apna and Baazigar and I am still . A great compilation of the iconic scenes to make one happy! 🙂
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Just played the clipping from Andaz apna apna and Baazigar and I am still laughing. A great compilation of the iconic scenes to make one happy! 🙂
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I loved Johhny lever in Bazigar and Arshad Warsi was hilarious in Munnai Bhai MBBS. In fact I feel he was the highlight of a serious film. Great happy list indeed.
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Thankyou so so much for giving me these laughters and some moments of happiness buddy through this post, I have saved it to keep watching it over and over again.
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This post was indeed a very interesting one and you have really picked some cult classics for the comedy scenes. I think all of those mentioned above have made us all laugh out loud. The mummabhai dialogue of Body Chahiye makes me split in laughter.
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Okay, I admit this one of the best and fun posts I have read so far on the topic “Happiness” . I have saved the post and going to binge-watch these movies. A few of these are my all-time favorites and uplifts my mood instantly.
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Haha 🙂 Without any doubt this post is an ultimate dose of laughter, honestly, I am a big Bollywood buff Andaz Apna Apna movie I can see anytime it is the sure-shot forever winner of comedy genre movie for me, kudos to your creative yet interesting, well-gripped take on the happiness.
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Totally enjoyed reading this post and checking the videos, some of my favourites were also there. Watching old movies and scenes is a big stressbuster and gives me happiness always.
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Thanks for embedding these laughing snippets. Andaz apna apna and mbbs are my favorite.
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You came up with some classic cult comedy scenes in Bollywood that are iconic and aged beautifully. Each leaving readers in splits. I love the Andaz Apna Apna clip. Loved the light-hearted comedy take of prompt, Mayura.
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Best take on the prompt. Had a good laugh while going through this post.Laughter is all we need during this crazy times.
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Awesome take on the prompt, now I must say at least someone took happiness seriously and decided to spread it further through her writing, thank you Mayura for this fun post. I have watched all these movies and these are some of the best comedy scenes which I loved.
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I loved the scenes from Bala and Andaz Apna Apna a lot, this is such a perfect happy post!!
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Great idea to spread happiness. Well all the scenes are good but my all time favorite is Munna bhai MBBS.. I can watch it any time, it’s hilarious.
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Awesome Mayura. My favorite is Baazigar. Bollywood movies know how to make their audience laugh. Thank you for giving us a reason to laugh with these hilarious clips.
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What fun moments to watch them. But i really like the bala comedy clip. Its hell crazy!!
Love reading/watching your blog post. 👍🏼👍🏼😍
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Such a lovely post which bring 😂😂😂. I love all above comedy video. They are evergreen.
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This is a great post, Mayura. Bala and Munna Bhai M.B.B.S were such good movies made in our times that I cab with them numerous times and lighten my mood.
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Yes… this is a great laughter dose. One of my personal favourite comedy scene is from 3 idiots, chatur’s teachers day speech.
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Andaz apna apna is my all-time favorite movie and the second favorite is Munna Bhai MBBS it could always bring a laugh at my face. I’m glad you shared these cute scenes of movies. Loved them totally
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Mayura your post is a unique one. I still remember the scene from Bazigar. Govinda a d Johny Lever scenes we still enjoy. All the comedy actors you have written here are gems. Loved the post dear. Loved your style of stating happiness.
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this post made me laugh even without opening any of the videos. im sure binge watching these movies soon!! lovely compilation
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Enjoyed reading your post 😊
Beginning of our Bollywood connection goes back to the day when we were born. After going through your article, I’m like,”Yeh idea mujhe kyun nahi aaya?”🤔😜
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That was the best compilation ever, I couldnt stop nodding my head. Baazigar and Munna Bhai, have the power to cheer up anyone any day. Both have been my favorites.
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These are really iconic scenes of Bollywood movies. My favourite is Bazigar scene of Johnny Lever , each time I see I hold my tummy while laughing.
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Wow such a different and funny take on promt. We all love Bollywood movies and the movies And scenes you had mentioned are really hilarious. My favorite one is Govinda’s kha khuja batti bujha..
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A great way to start the day. Excellent idea Mayura to share these iconic scenes. My family was like what’s making you go into splits early in the morning. I had my headphones on! 😅I am having a great day today , I’m sure.
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