Indian Movies to Add In Your Watch List If You Loved Ponniyin Selvan II

With Indian historical movies, these are such fan favourites that they explore the gorgeous, culturally rich historical past of India. And it is all condensed in a visually pleasing way of story- telling. Indian historical films showcase the depth of Indian culture and heritage.

But have you ever wondered why the audience connects so deeply with these historical movies? It’s not just the pleasant narration or the jewel- embellished actors and actresses. It is also because of the movie’s attention to detail, the socio- political relevance of the plot, the strong performances and pride of the country. Visit India by booking last minute flight tickets with Flyopedia and enjoy exploring these sites where these movies were filmed.

Ponniyin Selvan is one such historical movie, which tells the tale of valour, sacrifice, love and political manoeuvring. This draws viewers in with the emotional connection, making them feel like they are getting transported to a different world and they need to come to grips with the understanding of the movie’s characters.

This Mani Ratnam movie part 1 was released in 2022 and was a great Bollywood box office hit. The same is expected of part 2 as well. Now, since Ponniyin Selvan II has made such an impact on Indian viewers, we thought of presenting you with other great Indian historical movies to catch your attention, once you have finished watching Ponniyin Selvan II.

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Interesting historical movies that you will love after Ponniyin Selvan II

Here is the list of movies that will draw you in with the traditional costumes, great storytelling and narration and strike you with a strong emotional chord as it resonates within you.

Asoka

Cast

Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Ajith Kumar, Hrishitaa Bhatt, Danny Denzongpa

iMDb Rating

6.4/10

Overview

This biographical movie demonstrates how the ruthlessness of King Asoka is transformed from being a bloodthirsty general to the benevolent king after he embraced Buddhism and what inspired this huge change.

Jodhaa Akbar

Cast

Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

iMDb Rating

7.5/10

Overview

This historical romance movie rotates around the marriage between the Rajput princess Jodhaa and the Mughal emperor Akbar, and how they navigate their differences amidst cultural and political complications. To visit where this movie was filmed, book the best last minute flights on Flyopedia and go visit Jaipur and Agra.

Baahubali: The Beginning & Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

Cast

Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamanna, Ramya Krishnan, Nassar

iMDb Rating

8/10 & 8.2/10 respectively

Overview

The story begins with a commoner who learns of his true identity as a prince and the bloody history behind his birth. And after learning, the prince takes his revenge and frees his mother from captivity.

Padmaavat

Cast

Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Jim Sarbh, Aditi Rao Hydari

iMDb Rating

7/10

Overview

The story revolves around Queen Padmavati who is in a loving marriage with the Rajput ruler King Rawal Ratan Singh. That is until the brutal sultan Alauddin Khilji announces war on their kingdom due to his obsession with her beauty.

Bajirao Mastani

Cast

Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra

iMDb Rating

7.2/10

Overview

The story is based on the love of the heroic Peshwa Bajirao for the brave Muslim princess Mastani. Even though Bajirao is in a loving marriage to Kashibai, the love he has for Mastani makes the new couple struggle to validate their married life with Mastani as the second wife.

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior

Cast

Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, Neha Sharma, Sharad Kelkar, Devdatta Nage, Kajol

iMDb Rating

7.5/10

Overview

Set in the 17^th century, the plot revolves around Tanaji’s ambition to recapture Fort Kondana after the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb gains control of it and passes the security of the fort to his trusted guard Udaybhan Singh Rathore. Check out Tanhaji filming locations after getting cheap last minute flights to India only on Flyopedia.

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