7 Films That Are Considered Gems Of Indian Cinema

Zee Media Bureau
Jul 24, 2024

Do Bigha Zameen (1953)

A poor farmer faces many struggles as a rickshaw puller in Calcutta to save his land and pay off the landlord’s debts.

Paar (1984)

This film highlights the poverty and exploitation in rural Bihar through the story of a young girl's struggles.

Once Again (2018)

A widowed restaurant owner and a lonely film actor form a connection over daily phone calls and plan to meet in person.

Mandi (1983)

The story revolves around the struggles of a madam and her brothel workers when they are forced to move out of Hyderabad.

Bhumika (1977)

A young girl becomes a famous singer and actress in 1930s Bombay while navigating romantic relationships and family secrets.

Rang De Basanti (2006)

A group of young Indians help a British filmmaker make a documentary on Indian freedom fighters, which inspires them to retrace their country's history.

Swades: We, the People (2004)

A successful Indian scientist returns to his village to take his nanny to America but ends up rediscovering his roots and connecting with his homeland.

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