Best movies on Jio Cinema to watch right now. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
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JioCinema, a longstanding platform, introduced a premium tier last year, enhancing its content offerings. Despite previously boasting quality content, it often went unnoticed as a viable streaming option till IPL 2023. However, recent improvements have addressed initial issues, prompting us to compile a list of the best movies on Jio Cinema that you can watch for free.
In the chaotic village of Ranjhaar, the Rajadi and Sanera clans have been feuding for ages. Ram, a Rajadi, and Leela, a Sanera, dare to fall in love, causing a stir. Their attempts to bring peace between their families go awry when a fight breaks out during Holi, triggering a chain of betrayals and revenge.
The comedic escapades of a young man who selflessly prioritizes the happiness of others over his own, going to great lengths to ensure that the woman he loves ends up with the man she desires.
Sumair Azad, a Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) officer stationed in Gurgaon, encounters a distressing situation when his son, Atharva, is abducted by the notorious drug lord, Sikandar. Compelled to procure a bag of cocaine from the NCB headquarters, Sumair’s actions prompt his assistant, Aditi Rawat, to become suspicious and inform her superior, Sameer Singh.
7. Vikram Veda (2022)
Genre: Crime, thriller
Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan, Radhika Apte, Rohit Saraf, Yogita Bihani
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Runtime: 2h 37m
SSP Vikram, an upright police officer, is pitted against Vedha Betal, a cunning gangster. As Vikram’s team plans to eliminate Vedha, Vedha unexpectedly surrenders, offering to tell Vikram stories from his past. Vikram grapples with moral ambiguity and his perception of good and evil through these narratives. Ultimately, Vikram finds himself torn between justice and vengeance, navigating a complex web of loyalty, duty, and personal integrity in his pursuit of truth.
6. Devdas (2002)
Genre: Romance, Drama
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Madhuri Dixit
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
In the early 1900s, the story centers on Devdas, who reconnects with his childhood friend Paro upon his return from London. However, their love faces challenges due to societal barriers and disapproval from their families.
The film follows the tumultuous journey of Janardan Jakhar, known as JJ, as he transforms into the rockstar “Jordan.” From his humble beginnings in Delhi to his rise to stardom, JJ’s life intertwines with that of Heer Kaul, a woman he loves profoundly but can never fully have. Despite achieving fame and fortune, Jordan remains haunted by Heer’s memory.
4. Vicky Donor (2012)
Genre: Romantic, comedy
Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Yami Gautam
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
Dr. Baldev Chaddha, a fertility expert in Delhi, struggles with failed cases until he meets Vicky Arora, a carefree Punjabi man from a modest background. Chaddha convinces Vicky to become a sperm donor, and despite initial hesitation, Vicky agrees to the high pay. He falls in love with Ashima Roy but hides his unconventional job from her. What happens After the marriage?
3. English Vinglish (2012)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Cast: Sridevi, Adil Hussain
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
Shashi Godbole, a gentle and traditional homemaker in Pune, endures daily ridicule from her well-educated husband and daughter due to her lack of proficiency in English. When invited to her niece’s wedding in New York, Shashi resolves to confront her insecurities by enrolling in an English course.
2. Omkara (2006)
Genre: Crime, drama
Cast: Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan
IMDb Rating: 8/10
This narrative provides a modern reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s “Othello,” transposing its themes and characters into the context of contemporary India. Here, Omkara assumes the role of a political enforcer under the patronage of Tiwari Bhaisaab. As Omkara ascends the political ladder, he designates his lieutenant Kesu as his heir, eliciting envy from Langda, another esteemed confidant. Motivated by jealousy, Langda concocts a stratagem aimed at sowing seeds of mistrust in Omkara’s mind regarding his newfound spouse, Dolly.
1. Drishyam (2015)
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Drama
Cast: Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran
IMDb rating: 8.2/10
A businessman, Vijay Salgaonkar, leads a quiet life in Goa with his wife and daughters. When his eldest daughter, Anju, is blackmailed and accidentally kills the perpetrator, Vijay orchestrates a meticulous plan to protect his family from the police investigation. With strategic manipulation of evidence and alibis, Vijay outsmarts the authorities.
