9 Bollywood Films That I Believe Every Indian Should Watch if They Watch Movies and Even If They Don't
These movies are not just chosen because of their box office success, but because of the ideas they have conveyed through their stories. All nine films on this list, in my opinion, have stood the test of time. Over the years, the dialogues, the songs, and ideas have seeped into people's minds. These are more than just stories; they are emotional journeys that reflect and transcend Indian values, history, and the cultural fabric of the country. Moreover, they serve as poignant reminders of the social and cultural climate during the time of their release, addressing not just social issues but also widely shared beliefs, ideas, and historical narratives.
- Awaara (1951) by Raj Kapoor
- Mother India (1957) by Mehboob Khan
- Mughal-e-Azam (1960) by K. Asif
- Sholay (1975) by Ramesh Sippy
- Lagaan (2001) by Ashutosh Gowariker
- Veer-Zaara (2004) by Yash Chopra
- 3 Idiots (2009) by Rajkumar Hirani
- Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) by Anurag Kashyap
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015) by Kabir Khan
Obviously, there can be many additions to this list. I chose Veer-Zaara over DDLJ, and the list could go on. However, I believe that these nine films, in particular, have managed to treat their audience to a fair share of unforgettable content. No matter what era the audience watches these films in, they will always hold a special place.
These movies are not just chosen because of their box office success, but because of the ideas they have conveyed through their stories. All nine films on this list, in my opinion, have stood the test of time. Over the years, the dialogues, the songs, and ideas have seeped into people's minds. These are more than just stories; they are emotional journeys that reflect and transcend Indian values, history, and the cultural fabric of the country. Moreover, they serve as poignant reminders of the social and cultural climate during the time of their release, addressing not just social issues but also widely shared beliefs, ideas, and historical narratives.
- Awaara (1951) by Raj Kapoor
- Mother India (1957) by Mehboob Khan
- Mughal-e-Azam (1960) by K. Asif
- Sholay (1975) by Ramesh Sippy
- Lagaan (2001) by Ashutosh Gowariker
- Veer-Zaara (2004) by Yash Chopra
- 3 Idiots (2009) by Rajkumar Hirani
- Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) by Anurag Kashyap
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015) by Kabir Khan
Obviously, there can be many additions to this list. I chose Veer-Zaara over DDLJ, and the list could go on. However, I believe that these nine films, in particular, have managed to treat their audience to a fair share of unforgettable content. No matter what era the audience watches these films in, they will always hold a special place.