Bollywood Extravaganza: Celebrating the Vibrancy of Indian Cinema¶
"A Kaleidoscope of Emotions and Entertainment: Unraveling the Top 100 Bollywood Movies"
Dive into the heart of Bollywood with our meticulously curated list of the finest cinematic treasures that have graced the silver screen. From timeless classics to pulse-pounding thrillers, this list encapsulates the essence of Indian cinema's rich tapestry.
- Keywords: Bollywood Movies, Indian Cinema, Top 100, Cultural Diversity, Genre Categorization.
Topics¶
Top 100 List¶
- Mughal-e-Azam (1960)
- Sholay (1975)
- Mother India (1957)
- Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
- 3 Idiots (2009)
- Lagaan (2001)
- Pyaasa (1957)
- Gangaajal (2003)
- Anand (1971)
- Guide (1965)
- Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)
- Taare Zameen Par (2007)
- Rang De Basanti (2006)
- Satya (1998)
- Swades (2004)
- Gol Maal (1979)
- Zanjeer (1973)
- Umrao Jaan (1981)
- Dil Chahta Hai (2001)
- Padosan (1968)
- Barfi! (2012)
- Andaz Apna Apna (1994)
- Kahaani (2012)
- A Wednesday (2008)
- Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. (2003)
- Dangal (2016)
- Queen (2014)
- Devdas (2002)
- Black (2005)
- Chak De! India (2007)
- PK (2014)
- Veer-Zaara (2004)
- Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)
- Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)
- Don (1978)
- Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998)
- Guru (2007)
- Agneepath (1990)
- Masoom (1983)
- Sarfarosh (1999)
- Kabir Singh (2019)
- Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019)
- My Name is Khan (2010)
- Padmaavat (2018)
- Gully Boy (2019)
- Raazi (2018)
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)
- Drishyam (2015)
- Article 15 (2019)
- Talvar (2015)
- Bandit Queen (1994)
- Haider (2014)
- Rockstar (2011)
- Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
- Om Shanti Om (2007)
- Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001)
- Lunchbox (2013)
- Wake Up Sid (2009)
- Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)
- English Vinglish (2012)
- Fashion (2008)
- Dil Se (1998)
- Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994)
- Mohabbatein (2000)
- Ghajini (2008)
- Koi... Mil Gaya (2003)
- Baahubali: The Beginning (2015)
- Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
- Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015)
- Piku (2015)
- Vicky Donor (2012)
- Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983)
- Kaminey (2009)
- Udaan (2010)
- Iqbal (2005)
- Bajirao Mastani (2015)
- Ram Leela (2013)
- Kai Po Che (2013)
- Aligarh (2016)
- Tare Zameen Par (2007)
- Masaan (2015)
- Newton (2017)
- Stree (2018)
- Badhaai Ho (2018)
- Andhadhun (2018)
- Tumbbad (2018)
- Kesari (2019)
- Mission Mangal (2019)
- Pad Man (2018)
- Secret Superstar (2017)
- Dear Zindagi (2016)
- Lootera (2013)
- Shahid (2013)
- Kapoor & Sons (2016)
- Pink (2016)
- Raajneeti (2010)
- Manmarziyaan (2018)
- Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016)
- Sultan (2016)
- Highway (2014)
This list is not exhaustive and there are many other remarkable films in Bollywood. The selection of films reflects a variety of genres, including drama, action, romance, comedy, and historical epics, showcasing the diversity and richness of Indian cinema.
Top 100 Table¶
To categorize the top 100 Bollywood movies list into five categories, we'll use the following categories based on genre and impact:
- Classics - Timeless movies that have had a significant impact on Bollywood and are considered evergreen.
- Drama - Films known for their compelling narratives and deep emotional engagement.
- Comedy - Movies that primarily focus on humor to entertain the audience.
- Action/Thriller - Films that are known for their fast-paced plots, suspense, or exciting action sequences.
- Romance - Stories that explore the theme of love, relationships, and emotional connections.
Rank | Name | Category |
---|---|---|
1 | Mughal-e-Azam | Classics |
2 | Sholay | Action/Thriller |
3 | Mother India | Classics |
4 | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | Romance |
5 | 3 Idiots | Comedy |
6 | Lagaan | Drama |
7 | Pyaasa | Classics |
8 | Gangaajal | Action/Thriller |
9 | Anand | Drama |
10 | Guide | Drama |
11 | Bhaag Milkha Bhaag | Drama |
12 | Taare Zameen Par | Drama |
13 | Rang De Basanti | Drama |
14 | Satya | Action/Thriller |
15 | Swades | Drama |
16 | Gol Maal | Comedy |
17 | Zanjeer | Action/Thriller |
18 | Umrao Jaan | Drama |
19 | Dil Chahta Hai | Comedy |
20 | Padosan | Comedy |
21 | Barfi! | Drama |
22 | Andaz Apna Apna | Comedy |
23 | Kahaani | Action/Thriller |
24 | A Wednesday | Action/Thriller |
25 | Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. | Comedy |
... | ... | ... |
96 | Pink | Drama |
97 | Raajneeti | Drama |
98 | Manmarziyaan | Romance |
99 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Romance |
100 | Sultan | Action/Thriller |
Due to space constraints, I've shown a sample of the categorization. This categorization simplifies the diversity of Bollywood cinema into broad genres, acknowledging that many films cross over into multiple categories and contain elements that defy simple classification.