Released in 2019, Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy became a major awards sensation. Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt led the film, which earned recognition for its performances, direction, music and screenplay.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2005 film Black won widespread praise for its emotional storytelling. Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukerji’s performances, along with Bhansali’s direction, made the film a major awards contender.
Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Madhuri Dixit, Devdas became one of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s most celebrated films. Its acting, music, production design and direction earned major recognition.
Aamir Khan-led Lagaan combined popularity with critical acclaim. Ashutosh Gowariker’s period drama won major honours for its acting, direction, music and storytelling.
Mehboob Khan’s 1957 classic remains one of Bollywood’s most iconic films. Starring Nargis, Sunil Dutt, Rajendra Kumar and Raaj Kumar, the film won the Filmfare Award for Best Film. It also became the first Indian film nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.