Though Bollywood films have been around for many years, for some people, they are just discovering these movies. Are you one of them? If so, you are about to be pleasantly surprised by the vast number of movies, genres and actors that you are about to meet. Bollywood films are famous worldwide for good reason and just as fantastic movies come out of Hollywood, Bollywood films are just as good. As someone who is just getting into Bollywood films, you may be wondering what films would be good to start with. If this is the case, you probably want to start with some of the best Bollywood movies of all time:
“Awaara”
One of the best ways to become introduced to Bollywood is to go back to basics. One of the most legendary films ever to come out of Bollywood is “Awaara”, which was released in 1951. Staring a legend of Bollywood films, Nargis, along with her lover and co-star Raj Kapoor, this film was widely popular when released and is still considered one of the finest movies to ever come out of Bollywood. If you are looking for a great introduction to Bollywood films, “Awaara” is a “must see”.
“Mother India”
Another classic movie, and wonderful introduction to Bollywood is the film “Mother India”. This film was released in 1957 and had such an impact worldwide that it was nominated for an Oscar in the US. Starring Bollywood screen legend, Nargis, this film is about the struggle of a single mother raising her sons in poverty. This film has been compared to the American classic film “Gone with the Wind” as to the impact it had on audiences and even 50 years later, still impacts its audience.
“Ankur”
The 1970s was known as the birth of New Indian film and one of the trailblazing movies, if not the one reason New Indian cinema came to be, was “Ankur”. Released in 1974, “Ankur” is one of those movies that changed the way Indian made films were viewed. It was also the birth of one of the most well known stars of Bollywood, Shabana Azmi, as this was her first role. “Ankur” was directed and written by Shyam Benegal and has certainly earned its place as one of the best Bollywood movies of all time.
“3 Idiots”
Finally, you can get a dose of comedy, something that Bollywood does very well, with the film “3 Idiots”. Released in 2009, this film is one of the highest grossest movies of all time for Bollywood and has something for everyone. Starring Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Mona Singh, “3 Idiots” is one of those feel good movies that will make you laugh and possibly even make you cry.
These are just a few movies that have certainly had an impact on both Bollywood cinema and the viewers who have seen them. If you are looking to get to know best Bollywood films, the above movies will be an ideal place for you to start. Grab your snacks, a comfortable chair or sofa, and start watching.
