List of films shot in Varanasi
The following is a list of films shot in the Indian city of Benaras, a hub for several film industries. Being well connected to the major cities across India makes it approachable. A small number of Bhojpuri movies are shot too. In these fictions and documentaries, the setting is usually explored through the themes of spirituality and death, traditionally associated with the place as well as the scenic location of the ghats. The history of the city, its religious importance in Hinduism and the prominence of the river Ganges are also addressed in various films. A majority of them was shot on location.
Films
- Aghori AgnyaathavaasiAngrezi Mein Kehte HainAparajito Banaras Banaras
- Banaras
- Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai Benares: The Hindu Heaven, released by James A. Fitzpatrick, American travelogueSarnath, Benares, German anonymous documentary featuretteBhaiaji SuperhitBholaa
- Bidesiya Brahmāstra: Part One – ShivaBrahmotsavamBunty Aur BabliChokher Bali
- Deep River DharmDream GirlFalimyFeast of VaranasiForest of Bliss, American documentaryGanges: River to HeavenGangs of WasseypurGhatak: Lethal Global Baba GypsyGuns of BanarasHalf GirlfriendHar Har ByomkeshHotel Salvation Jaya GangaJolly LLB 2IndraISmart ShankarIssaqJoi Baba FelunathJunction VaranasiLaaga Chunari Mein DaagMaang Bharo Sajana Manikarnika: The Queen of JhansiMasaan Mere Dost Picture Abhi Baki Hai Mohalla Assi MukkabaazMulkMumbai Varanasi ExpressNaan KadavulOdiyanProjapoti (2022 film)Raanjhanaa Ram Teri Ganga Maili PikuSange Meel Se Mulaqat Setters Shubh Mangal Zyada SaavdhanSuper 30The Curious Case of Benjamin ButtonThe Eken: Benaras e Bibhishika The Experiment (2010 film)The Last ColorUn plus uneVanvaas2006 Varanasi – The UntoldWater
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