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- DirectorSanjay Leela BhansaliStarsAmitabh BachchanRani MukerjiShernaz PatelThe cathartic tale of a young woman who can't see, hear, or speak, and the teacher who brings a ray of light into her dark world.If you are starting your bollywood journey, starts with this film. It will break all your prejudices about bollywood and will leave you speechless. Cheers to life !
- DirectorRakeysh Omprakash MehraStarsAamir KhanSoha Ali KhanSiddharthThe story of six young Indians who assist an English woman to film a documentary on the freedom fighters from their past, and the events that lead them to relive the long-forgotten saga of freedom.The movie that awakens a whole generation. I would rather say that this was not a movie but a phenomenon. World should watch it to feel the power of indian cinema.
- DirectorMehboob KhanStarsNargisSunil DuttRajendra Kumar TuliIn this melodrama, a poverty-stricken woman raises her sons through many trials and tribulations. But no matter the struggles, she always sticks to her own moral code.The film that made me feel that i am meant for films. At the age of 7 this film left such a great impact on me that i decided that i am gonna make films for rest of my life.
- DirectorAshutosh GowarikerStarsShah Rukh KhanGayatri JoshiKishori BallalA successful Indian scientist returns to an Indian village to take his nanny to America with him and in the process rediscovers his roots.Soul searching movie for every indian- I thought this way untill my friend from Nigeria can co relate with movie as emotionally as i did. Master piece that takes you on a journey to India and your destiny.
- DirectorHrishikesh MukherjeeStarsRajesh KhannaAmitabh BachchanSumita SanyalThe story of a terminally ill man who wishes to live life to the fullest before the inevitable occurs, as told by his best friend.Hrishikesh Mukherjee's celebration of life through the character names - Anand = Joy ! Happy tale of a sad story. Keep your tissues with yourself.
- DirectorVijay AnandStarsDev AnandWaheeda RehmanLeela ChitnisWhen mistaken to be a sage by some villagers, an ex-tour guide reflects on his past and lost love to search for spiritual wisdom to guide the villagers.If you are atheist, if you are religious, if you are spiritual... this film will help you to find your way to the God ! The film the defines my way to spiritualism.
- DirectorAshutosh GowarikerStarsAamir KhanRaghubir YadavGracy SinghThe people of a small village in Victorian India stake their future on a game of cricket against their ruthless British rulers.Ashutosh Gowariker's Second film the list but nowhere less than first. Epic story telling that wrench your heart with passion and emotions. and in terms of music and dance.... Bollywood at it's best in this film.
- DirectorVikramaditya MotwaneStarsRajat BarmechaRonit RoyManjot SinghExpelled from his school, a 16-year old boy returns home to his abusive and oppressive father.The coming to age film that will defines the music and performances of Hindi cinema. Cannes winner + Heart Winner.
- DirectorRajkumar HiraniStarsSanjay DuttArshad WarsiGracy SinghA gangster sets out to fulfill his father's dream of becoming a doctor.Raj kumar santoshi's first classic. Only few films like this can make you laugh and cry at the same time. Just think that a underworld don gonna teach you humanity in his way.
- DirectorNagesh KukunoorStarsAyesha TakiaShreyas TalpadeGul PanagTwo woman --different backgrounds, miles apart, and strangers to each other-- are linked by tragedy. Their new-found friendship is tested as one holds the fate of the other's husband in her hands.I don't know how many of you have seen this film, even if you are hindi movie buff, but if you havent watched this film, it a highly recommended from my side. A tale of destiny and friendship told from Kashmir to Rajasthan.
- DirectorAnurag BasuStarsKangana RanautShiney AhujaEmraan HashmiSimran, who relocates to Seoul, is distraught when Daya, a gangster, re-enters her life. She has to make a choice between him and her lover Akash, who is a singer at an Indian restaurant.Anurag Basu's first independent film, turn out to be a surprise to me. Great Love story with wonderfull surprising screenplay. Great music with good performances. Recommended !
- DirectorRajkumar HiraniStarsSanjay DuttArshad WarsiVidya BalanMunna Bhai embarks on a journey with Mahatma Gandhi in order to fight against a corrupt property dealer.Raj Kumar Hirnai's second film in this list but i like this one more. Munna and Circuit gives a new definition of Gandhism as Ghandhigiri. The film that changes the way of comman indian again after 50 years of Gandhi era. Simply Superb !
- DirectorAamir KhanAmole GupteStarsDarsheel SafaryAamir KhanTisca ChopraAn eight-year-old boy is thought to be a lazy trouble-maker, until the new art teacher has the patience and compassion to discover the real problem behind his struggles in school.Aamir Khan only directorial till now but what a master piece. The movie that takes you to a dyslexic mind beautifully and raise question on whole society. You start weeping not because you feel victim, it's because you have no answers that you yourself looking for !
- DirectorYash ChopraStarsAmitabh BachchanShashi KapoorNirupa RoyVijay struggles as a dockworker and eventually becomes a leading figure of the underworld, while his younger brother Ravi is an educated, upright policeman. This divide causes problems in their relationship.People may disagree but Yash Chopra's best work till now. Amazing characterization and brilliant performances. This film will definitely raise questions on your good vs bad list so hard that you might start hating it. Powerfull cinema !
- DirectorBimal RoyStarsAshok KumarNutanDharmendraDuring the British Raj of the 1930s, a prison-doctor falls in love with a convict who eventually reveals the story of her past and her connection to a freedom fighter.Bimay Roy a name other than Satya Jeet ray that defines indian cinema and in my opinion Bandini is the best film of Bimal da. It's not a proud cinematic piece from india but it's also a proud piece for the world.
- DirectorRamesh SippyStarsSanjeev KumarDharmendraAmitabh BachchanAfter his family is murdered by a notorious and ruthless bandit, a former police officer enlists the services of two outlaws to capture the bandit.The landmark film in indian cinema that set so many trends and make action as main forte for long long time. Really well made film with crisp script and nice performances.
- DirectorAshutosh GowarikerStarsHrithik RoshanAishwarya Rai BachchanSonu SoodA sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a great Mughal emperor, Akbar, and a Rajput princess, Jodha.Ashotosh Gowariker's 3 rd film in the list. The epic saga of bravery, religion and Love from the Mughal History of india. Brilliant Music and Finest performances with epic sets.
- DirectorGulzarStarsSanjeev KumarSharmila TagoreOm ShivpuriA medical student, Amarnath meets and falls in love with the daughter of a herbal medicine healer, Chanda while preparing for his exams in Darjeeling. He returns to Calcutta to sit his exams. Fast forward two decades Amarnath sets out to search Chanda. His encounter and involvement with a prostitute, Kajli has far reaching implications for both of them. How did Kajli, whose mother wanted her to become a doctor end up in a whorehouse. The three way relationship between the madam of the whorehouse, Kajli and Amarnath comes to a head when in a humane moment the madam gives away a fortune. What does Kajli have to do to restore her relationship with Amarnath?Dear all, this is not the new mausam but this is Gulzar's old mausam casting Legend Sanjiv Kumar and Sharmila Tagore. One of the most bold film i have ever seen, Daughter falls in love with her own father without knowing that the her customer is her father. Hats off to gulzar saab !
- DirectorRajkumar HiraniStarsAamir KhanMadhavanMona SinghTwo friends are searching for their long lost companion. They revisit their college days and recall the memories of their friend who inspired them to think differently, even as the rest of the world called them "idiots".Here comes the 3 rd masterpiece from rajkumar hirani, that takes you to a roller coaster ride of emotions, laughter, joy and in the end a quest of life. This film has potential to change you to the core.
- DirectorImtiaz AliStarsShahid KapoorKareena KapoorTarun AroraA depressed wealthy businessman finds his life changing after he meets a spunky and care-free young woman.In every decade there comes a love story that defines the generation. I think this is a love story of my generation. Watch it to experience it ! No more words.
- DirectorMansoor KhanStarsAamir KhanAyesha JhulkaDeepak TijoriA rich brat and a poor chap try to woo a girl, with their rivalry culminating in the most prestigious college event - the marathon cycle race.The one of the most courageous film and best work from Mansoor Khan. India's first sports film and thats not on cricket. I loved this film for it's fabulous screenplay and up to life characterizations.