7 Iconic Indian Movies You  Must Watch 

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Devdas (2002)

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Devdas is a lavish adaptation of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's classic novel. The film is a tragic love story of Devdas, played by Shah Rukh Khan.

Lagaan (2001)

Set during the British Raj, Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan tells the story of a group of villagers who challenge their colonial rulers to a game of cricket to avoid oppressive taxes.  

Baahubali Series (2015-2017) 

Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, the Baahubali series redefined Indian cinema with its epic storytelling and groundbreaking visual effects.  

Tumbbad (2018)

Rahi Anil Barve's Tumbbad is a dark fantasy horror that delves into themes of greed and mythology. Set against the backdrop of colonial India, the narrative follows a man's quest for a hidden treasure in the cursed village of Tumbbad. 

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) 

This film by Aditya Chopra is a landmark in modern Indian cinema, encapsulating the desires of the Indian diaspora, yet maintaining old values.

Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) 

An intense crime drama by Anurag Kashyap, this two-part epic is a gritty portrayal of India’s coal mafia, revenge, and power struggles.

Chak De! India (2007) 

In Chak De! India, Shah Rukh Khan portrays Kabir Khan, a disgraced hockey player who redeems himself by coaching the Indian women's national hockey team to World Cup glory.  

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