From Mohanlal's Chithram to Akshay Kumar's Bhool Bhulaiyaa: Ahead of Haiwaan, 5 Priyadarshan films you shouldn't miss at any cost

A landmark in Priyadarshan’s Malayalam filmography, Chithram brought together Mohanlal and Priyadarshan in one of their most memorable collaborations. What begins as an unconventional relationship gradually unfolds into an emotional story packed with humour, romance, and heartbreak.

With Kaalapani, Priyadarshan stepped into the world of historical drama on an ambitious scale. Starring Mohanlal, the film explored the brutal realities faced by Indian freedom fighters imprisoned in the Cellular Jail at Port Blair.

Priyadarshan’s entry into the Hindi comedy space resulted in one of Bollywood’s most iconic comic films. Hera Pheri brought Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal together as three unlikely men whose desperate attempt to change their fortunes spirals into absolute chaos

Hungama saw Priyadarshan bring together an ensemble of characters caught in a web of misunderstandings, lies and mistaken identities. The film’s strength lay in its escalating chaos, perfectly timed comic situations, and an ensemble cast that included Akshaye Khanna, Rimi Sen, Aftab Shivdasani, and Paresh Rawal.

Not the Kartik Aaryan ones, but the OG Bhool Bhulaiyaa, the torchbearer of horror-comedies in Bollywood. Priyadarshan proved that his command over comedy could coexist with suspense, mystery, and psychological drama with Bhool Bhulaiyaa. Starring Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan and Shiney Ahuja, the film combined a haunting atmosphere with humour and emotion. Vidya's Manjulika continues to be one of the most iconic performances in Bollywood, earning cult status.