Bollywood Gems Turning 50 in 2025
Aandhi
A political drama with deep emotions and stellar performances by Suchitra Sen and Sanjeev Kumar. Still relevant for its bold portrayal of women in politics.
Chupke Chupke
Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s comedy of errors with Dharmendra and Amitabh Bachchan remains timeless. A cult classic in light-hearted storytelling.
Deewar
Amitabh Bachchan’s “angry young man” persona was cemented with this intense drama. One of Bollywood’s most powerful dialogues came from here.
Dharmatma
India’s take on The Godfather, this Feroz Khan starrer brought style and drama. A pioneering mafia film with Afghan backdrops.
Jai Santoshi Maa
This surprise devotional hit drew massive crowds and spiritual buzz. A symbol of faith and devotion on screen.
Julie
This Indo-Anglican love story tackled taboo topics and featured the iconic song “My Heart is Beating.” A bold narrative for its time.
Khel Khel Mein
Starring Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh, this youthful thriller had great music and mystery. Teen charm meets suspense drama.
Rafoo Chakkar
A hilarious cross-dressing comedy inspired by Some Like It Hot, led by Rishi Kapoor and Paintal. Classic fun that still brings laughs.
Sholay
The biggest blockbuster of Indian cinema, with iconic characters and quotable lines. A timeless epic that redefined storytelling.
Nishant
A hard-hitting parallel cinema gem by Shyam Benegal that tackled feudal oppression. Serious cinema that left a lasting impact.