Venturing beyond the borders of his homeland, Ali Zafar’s Bollywood debut was met with resounding success. However, it was not just his musical prowess that captivated audiences; his impeccable acting skills soon garnered attention, establishing him as a force to be reckoned with in the world of cinema.
Tere Bin Laden (2010)
Plot: A hilarious satire, the movie revolves around a young Pakistani reporter, Ali Hassan (played by Ali Zafar), who creates a fake video of a dead Osama bin Laden to get a visa to the United States. However, things take a comical turn when the fake video goes viral and attracts attention from all corners, leading to a series of misunderstandings and chaos.
Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011)
Plot: A romantic comedy, the film follows Kush Agnihotri (Imran Khan) as he sets out to find the perfect bride for his London-based brother Luv (Ali Zafar). He comes across Dimple Dixit (Katrina Kaif), a wild and free-spirited girl, who initially appears unsuitable but ends up becoming Luv’s “dulhan” (bride). The movie explores their unconventional love story and the various ups and downs that come along the way.
London, Paris, New York (2012)
Plot: This romantic drama revolves around the chance encounters of Nikhil Chopra (Ali Zafar) and Lalitha Krishnan (Aditi Rao Hydari) in three different cities – London, Paris, and New York – at different stages of their lives. Each meeting brings new experiences and emotions, leading to self-discovery and a journey of love and companionship.
Chashme Baddoor (2013)
Plot: A modern-day remake of the 1981 classic, the film centers on three friends – Sid (Ali Zafar), Jai (Siddharth), and Omi (Divyendu Sharma) – who fall for the same girl, Seema (Taapsee Pannu). While Sid genuinely loves Seema, the other two try to sabotage their relationship comically. The movie portrays the battle of wits and emotions between the trio with humor and romance.
Kill Dil (2014)
Plot: This action-packed film follows the lives of two orphaned hitmen, Dev (Ranveer Singh) and Tutu (Ali Zafar), who were raised by a local gangster, Bhaiyaji (Govinda). Their lives take a turn when they meet Disha (Parineeti Chopra), and Dev falls in love with her. As Dev tries to leave behind his violent past, Bhaiyaji feels betrayed and sets out to hunt down the duo. The movie explores themes of love, friendship, and redemption amidst a backdrop of action and drama.
Total Siyapaa (2014)
Plot: A romantic comedy with a cultural twist, the film tells the story of Aman (Ali Zafar), a Pakistani musician, and Asha (Yami Gautam), an Indian woman living in London. The couple is deeply in love, but their relationship faces numerous hilarious challenges when Aman decides to meet Asha’s family. Cultural differences and misunderstandings lead to a series of comic events, testing their love and the bonds of their families.
