Billu (originally titled Billu Barber) is a heartfelt 2009 Hindi comedy-drama directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment. It is a remake of the 2007 Malayalam film Katha Parayumpol and is loosely inspired by the legendary friendship between Krishna and Sudama. Plot Summary
In a world obsessed with followers and fame, Billu teaches us that the best kind of friendship is the one that survives distance, time, and even stardom.
Fun Trivia About the Film
- Original Title: The movie was initially titled Billu Barber, but it was later shortened to just Billu to avoid offending the barber community.
- Cameo Galaxy: The song "Marjaani" features Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, Bipasha Basu, and Malaika Arora—five of the biggest actresses in one song!
- Priyadarshan’s Touch: Known for slapstick comedies (Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa), director Priyadarshan added his signature emotional depth here, making it a "drama with humor."
- Inspired By: Billu is an official remake of the 2004 Malayalam film Katha Parayumpol (starring Mammootty), which itself was inspired by the 1999 Bengali film Mahesh Khaleja.
) is a poignant Hindi comedy-drama that explores the vast social divide between a humble village barber and a global superstar . Directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment
