As we introduce a new series where we look into the insight of Hindi films, making a list was tough to choose. These films that we always remember, and we continue to love them.
Let’s take a look at some of the most famous films that we have watched over and over again.
Timeless Classics of Love, Loss, and Legacy
Kaagaz Ke Phool – A beautiful film but tragic, helmed by Guru Dutt. This film marked the technical revolution of Indian cinematography and was a film that was ahead of its time.
Mughal-e-Azam was an epic historical drama film about the love affair between Prince Salim and the courtesan, Anarkali. The Emperor Akbar disapproves of their relationship, which leads to a war between the father and son.
Pyaasa a drama film, tells the story of an illusioned Urdu poet whose work is underestimated by publishers. He achieved fame when his girlfriend, Gulabo, supported him in publishing his poetry. Consequently, his success led their relationship to blossom into love.
Epic Heroines and Timeless Romance
Mother India is an incredible film known for its feminist protagonist. A milestone in the Hindi film industry. A film that was strong, depicting a strong woman. The film represented our country.
Guide a romantic drama based on the 1958 novel by R.K. Narayan with the same name. The film narrates the story of love between a freelance tourist guide and a Christian girl, Rosy, who is a repressed wife of a wealthy archaeologist.
Kabhi Kabhi the 1970 film, is one of the most beautiful films, made with a glamorous star cast. It had poetry, which Yash Chopra flagged off the film in a cinematic celebration.
Emotional Truths and Gritty Realism
Masoom is an amazing film because it was so well made. The film was dramatic and handled perfectly well. The extramarital film was made with dignity and grace, but it was never felt it be unreal.
Sholay a classic film, features Sanjeev Kumar as a retired police chief who hires two criminals to bring down the notorious bandit Gabbar Singh. The film went on to be a super milestone in the history of Bollywood. The songs and dialogues, and the script with the star cast were all a great combination, which led to its success and people to date remember this film.
Bandit Queen makes you leave the theatre and go and sit in a corner and wonder why the Bandit Queen took to becoming a bandit. Despite the life she was born into and the atrocities she faced, she was forced to step out of her comfort zone. However, instead of succumbing, this young man adapted to the harsh reality.
From the Corridors of Power to the Depths of Crime and the Cricket Pitch
Nayak was an incredible film by Mani Ratnam. The filmmaker has crafted a film in which Kamal Haasan is beyond his legendary self in the film.
Satya is simply one of the best underworld films. It displays the craft of Ram Gopal Varma, which he has continued in the films that followed this film. It’s ahead of time and shows some of the aspects of the underworld.
Lagaan was a movie that redefined Indian cinema. Lagaan was brilliant, with the theatre turning into a cricket stadium. While the audience forgot it was a movie, it was winning the match against the British. A mainstream film that was brilliant.
Friendship, Freedom & Festivity
Dil Chahta Hai follows three inseparable college friends. Nothing comes between them until love arises. Their differing approaches create conflict.
Udaan, a small film, powerfully addresses the common father-son conflict in India. Director Vikramaaditya Motwane perfectly handled this coming age-of -story.
Hum Aapke Hain Koun, an amazing film by Sooraj Barjatya, is India’s first true musical film wherein the songs didn’t interrupt the story narrative. The film songs got popular at every Indian wedding and became an integral part.
Maachis And Taare Zameen Par
The film ‘Maachis’ delves into the period of political times. The story is about the political turmoil faced by the individuals caught up in the violence.
The movie ‘Taare Zameen Par’ is a story of how an art teacher helps a child overcome his reading disorder. The film is about a dyslexic child, artistically gifted, and the teacher helps him to explore his area of interest. The film focuses on the awareness of autism and psychiatric disability in children.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge And 3 Idiots
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is one of the highest-grossing films and a very famous film on the lovely love story of two non-resident Indians, Raj and Simran, who meet on a trip and fall in love. Most of the young generation could resonate with the film. The film was shot in London and Switzerland. A beautiful, picturesque film with brilliant cinematography.
The movie 3- Idiots is a coming-of-age comedy drama film, is about three friends from engineering college. The film is about their friendship of the three. The film is set ten years ago, and is a mockery of the fundamentals of the prevailing Indian education system. Adapted from Chetan Bhagat’s novel Five Point Someone.
Yaadon Ki Baraat And Amar Akbar Anthony
the film that influenced the history of Indian Cinema. It was one of the first masala films which combined action, romance, musical, drama, crime and thriller. This film launched the careers of many actors.
Amar Akbar Anthony, a masala-dominant force in Bollywood. A story of three brothers separated and adopted by a Hindu, a Muslim and a Christian. The film went on to be one of the highest-grossing films of that year.
Hichki is based on the American motivational speaker Brad Cohen’s autobiography. Starring Rani Mukherjee in the pivotal role of an aspiring teacher who has Tourette syndrome. Most schools reject her. Until finally assigned to teach students from government-created slum quotas for the underprivileged.
Similarly, Haider is a Shakespearean adaptation, set in an Indian scenario, and features great songs to make it even more appealing.
Maqbool the crime drama, is an adaptation of Shakespeare’s drama. Based on the events from Macbeth, which won the director Vishal Bhardwaj international acclaim.
Life in Metro – Narrates the life of nine couples and families living in Mumbai and how they deal with or cope with the challenges of living in a metro city. The film is all about the extramarital affairs, and the sanctity of marriage and commitment vs love.
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