Veteran Indian filmmaker David Dhawan, who has directed myriad movies throughout his prolific profession, has given us among the biggest Bollywood entertainers. His filmography includes hits like Judwa, Aankhen, Coolie No. 1, and Mujhse Shaadi Karoge, to call just a few. His next film, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, is a rom-com starring Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur within the lead roles. It is about to hit theaters on June 5, 2026. Several reports suggest that it may very well be his last film as a director.
Now, let’s take a have a look at the highest five highest-rated movies directed by David Dhawan, ranked based on their IMDb rankings (with a minimum of two.5k votes). We have now also mentioned where you may stream these movies on various Indian OTT platforms.
1. Aankhen (1993)
- IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
- Where to Watch: Prime Video
Plot: The action-comedy follows two wealthy but carefree brothers (Govinda and Chunky Panday), who get greater than that they had bargained for after getting involved in a high-profile assassination plot.
2. Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004)
- IMDb Rating: 6.7/10 (Source)
- Where to Watch: Prime Video & Jio Hotstar
Plot: The romantic comedy follows an ill-tempered man (Salman Khan), who relocates to Goa and falls in love along with his neighbor (Priyanka Chopra). The story takes a turn when a mischievous man (Akshay Kumar) creates a hurdle and likewise tries to win her heart.
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3. Deewana Mastana (1997)
- IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
- Where to Watch: Zee5 & MX Player
Plot: The rom-com is about how a good looking psychiatrist (Juhi Chawla) is pursued by a small-time crook (Anil Kapoor) and her wealthy patient (Govinda). The 2 men attempt to outwit one another to win her heart, resulting in hilarious consequences.
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4. Coolie No. 1 (1995)
- IMDb Rating: 6.6/10
- Where to Watch: Prime Video
Plot: The film revolves around how a poor but clever porter (Govinda) disguises himself as an affluent man to marry the daughter (Karishma Kapoor) of a wealthy and smug person (Kader Khan).
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5. Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Where to Watch: Prime Video & Jio Hotstar
Plot: The romantic comedy follows two mischievous brothers, Monu and Sonu (Sanjay Dutt and Govinda), and the lengths they go to win the hearts of the ladies they’re head over heels in love with.
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