New Delhi: Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's production house, Excel Entertainment, came into being in 1999. Over the years, the production house has given numerous films from different genres, delivering films that truly appeal to the youths of this generation. Films that speak for the youth to which they can relate easily.
Dil Chahta Hai
Released in 2001, 'Dil Chahta Hai' is a film that has owner the title of 'Evergreen' on its name. While narrating the story of three friends and their trip to Goa, the film came along with a plethora of emotions, ranging from, friendship, love, affection, heartbreak, loneliness, success, etc. The film still lives in the hearts of the audience, especially for its chartbuster songs and the thought-provoking road trip to Goa scenes.
Rock On!!
Released in 2008, Rock On celebrates the rock music culture of youths. With its story dwelling into a different phase of life with a lot of music, the film stimulates and matches up the youth vibes. Being a musical extravaganza, the film has some of the best soundtracks that are still ruling the hearts of the masses.
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
Released in 2011, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is a game-changer for this generation. The story of 3 friends who decide to go on a road trip and unfold different realities of life. The film was immensely loved by the audience, especially the youth. The film glorified the culture of road trips and vacations and that went on to become a trend among this generation of youngsters.
Fukrey
Released in 2013, Fukrey is one of the most loved comedy franchises. With its humor, the film has taken over the minds of the audience. Interestingly, characters who come from different backgrounds relate very well with the youth of this generation. All the characters are widely popular among the masses which has today made it expand into the 3rd installment ready to release soon.
Gully Boy
Released in 2019, Gully Boy, brought the underdog rap culture to the forefront that went to become a new trend of this generation. The film came along with a superhit music album in which all the songs are chartbusters. The film introduced the audience to a whole new culture of music.
Friday Night Plan
Released in 2023, Friday Night Plan is a coming-of-age drama that is the story of two brothers who get together to attend the year's hottest party covertly before their mother returns from a business trip. The film has brought a heartwarming image of brotherhood in an Indian context that most of us may have been longing for quite a time now.