From PK to Koi...Mil Gaya: When Bollywood Explored aliens, Space and the Unknown

Bollywood has left no stone unturned. Be it about superheroes or Aliens, Bollywood always has something unique to offer. From the oldest space related movie to our nostalgic favourites, here are some of the best films of Bollywood that deal with Aliens, Space and Beyond.

Directed by Rakesh Roshan, this 2003 Indian Science fiction movie stars Hrithik Roshan as Rohit, a developmentally disabled young man who encounters an alien. Preity Zinta plays the female lead, with the film exploring themes of friendship, acceptance, and the wonder of the unknown. It was a major commercial and critical success, and spawned a superhero franchise with Krrish.

Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, PK is a 2014 Indian satirical comedy-drama film starring Aamir Khan as the main lead. Aamir, plays an alien who arrives on Earth and questions religious dogmas and superstitions. The film also stars Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput, and Boman Irani. Despite generating significant controversies due to its critiques of religious practices, the film was a massive commercial success and is spoken about even today.

This Indian Hindi-language science fiction comedy film was directed by Shirish Kunder in 2012. It stars Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha in the leading roles. The film revolves around a NASA scientist who returns to his village and creates a hoax involving aliens to bring attention to the village's plight. It was unable to make it big in theatres, but is still considered a movie that was unique and different from usual.

This older film can be considered a pioneer for science fiction films in India. Directed by T.P. Sundaram, the film features Dara Singh and Helen, and is based on space travel. It features Dara Singh as the lead, portraying an astronaut who journeys to the moon and encounters extraterrestrial life. This early attempt at space exploration within Indian cinema showcases imaginative special effects and futuristic concepts for its time. This film holds historical significance as one of the first Indian films to explore the theme of space travel.

Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai (2010) is a Bollywood romantic comedy science fiction film directed by Milap Zaveri. It stars Riteish Deshmukh as a lonely man who is visited by an alien from Venus, played by Jacqueline Fernandez, who is searching for true love. The film uses a lighthearted, comedic approach to explore themes of romance and the search for a perfect partner. While it aimed for a fun, whimsical tone, it received mixed reviews.

MSG: The Warrior Lion Heart (2016) is an Indian science fiction action film starring Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who also directed and produced it. It features him as a secret agent battling aliens and other villains to protect humanity. The film is known for its over-the-top action sequences, special effects, and its religious and social messages. It was part of the MSG film series, which is known for its blend of entertainment and spiritual themes.