The 60s and 70s were memorable decades in the Hindi film industry. Here’s an epic showcase of the best Bollywood movies of the 60s and 70s.

Right from its infancy, the Hindi film industry in India has been known for its unique songs and dance routines in films. The black and white era had numerous Hindi films that featured classical dance set to the tunes of songs. The 60s brought a fresh wave cinema in India. The scriptwriters came up with compelling storylines and the song and dance sequences in movies got bigger and better. Also, the number of actors and actresses in the 60s and 70s grew significantly. Fresh new faces emerged in Bollywood in the 60s.

Some of the young actors and actresses that launched their careers in the early 60s became superstars in the 70s.  

Bollywood Movies: The 60s and 70s

Unlike in previous decades where drama films and romantic films were the only genres often made, the 60s and 70s opened pathways for a number of new genres in Hindi films. Aside from romantic films and drama films, action, comedy, suspense, mysteries, and thriller genres became excessively popular. The 60s and 70s also witnessed some of the finest movies in parallel cinema. Aside from the regular song and dance routines, cabarets started gaining momentum in Hindi films.

Fashion and culture was influenced greatly by Hindi films in the 60s and 70s. Few film stars attained demi-god status, thanks to their ability to essay different roles in diverse genres. While it’s was a struggle for newcomers in the film industry in the 60s, their persistence paid dividends in later years making them established actors in Bollywood.

The 60s and 70s are also considered epic decades for villains. The most iconic villains of Bollywood established their careers in these decades. Also, a number of character actors proved their mettle in diverse film genres.  Some of the most melodious and catchy Bollywood songs emerged in the 60s and 70s.

Hindi films of the 60s and 70s were known for their slow songs, romantic songs, sad songs and uptempo songs. The influence of the west was evident in Bollywood music in the 70s. Music directors creatively used western music arrangements in the realms of traditional and Indian classical bringing in a new wave of fusion soundscape in Bollywood.

Fans, youth in particular started emulating their favorite actors and actresses and ‘star’ fever reached a new level. A number of Bollywood movies from the 60s and 70s have become epic milestones in moviemaking. A number of patriotic movies and historical movies made in the 60s and 70s raised the benchmark in moviemaking. While the 60s and 70s have long gone, the memories remain alive with movies from that golden era.      

The lines below showcase an epic list of the best Bollywood movies of the 60s and 70s.

100 Greatest Bollywood Movies of the 60s and 70s

1. Anand- (1971)
2. Mughal-E-Azam- (1960)
3. Sholay- (1975)
4. Deewar- (1975)
5. Sangam- (1964)
6. Padosan- (1968)
7. Brahmachari- (1968)
8. Aradhana- (1969)
9. Gol Maal- (1979)
10. Gumnaam- (1965)
11. Bandhini- (1963)
12. Amar Akbar Anthony- (1977)
13. Jewel Thief- (1967)
14. Saheb Biwi Aur Ghulam- (1962)
15. Amar Prem- (1972)
16. Dost- (1964)
17. Chupke Chupke- (1975)
18. Kashmir Ki Kali- (1964)
19. Teesri Manzil- (1966)
20. Chhoti Si Baat- 1976)
21. Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai- (1960)
22. Barsat Ki Raat- (1960)
23. Upkar- (1967)
24. Bobby- (1973)
25. Kohinoor- (1960)
26. Aandhi- (1975)
27. Waqt- (1965)
28. Chaudhvin Ka Chand- (1960)
29. Jab Jab Phool Khile- (1965)
30. Bees Saal Baad- (1962)
31. Kanoon- (1960)
32. Don- (1978)
33. Arzoo- (1965)
34. Johny Mera Naam- (1970)
35. Junglee- (1961)
36. Mera Naam Joker- (1970)
37. Love In Tokyo- (1966)
38. Mere Mehboob- (1963)
39. Usne Kaha Tha- (1960)
40. Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai- (1960)
41. Guide- (1965)
42. Woh Kaun Thin- (1964)
43. Masoom- (1960)
44. Ghungat- (1960)
45. Koshish- (1972)
46. Ankhen- (1968)
47. Kati Patang- (1970)
48. Zanzeeer- (1973)
49. Parakh- (1960)
50. Trishun- (1978)
51. Do Raaste- (1969)
52. Pakeezah- (1972)
53. Mere Humsafar- (1970)
54. Kala Bazaar- (1960)
55. Bhumika- (1977)
56. Hare Rama Hare Krishna- (1971)
57. Ek Phool Char Kaante- (1960)
58. Dharmputra- (1961)
59. Bawarchi- (1972)
60. Ganga Jumna- (1961)
61. Chhalia- (1960)
62. Muqaddar Ka Sikandar- (1978)
63. Ram Aur Shyam- (1967)
64. Seeta Aur Geeta- (1972)
65. Mili- (1975)
66. Yaadon Ki Baarat- (1973)
67. Sujata- (1960)
68. Hamraaz- (1967)
69. Abhimaan- (1973)
70. Safar- (1970)
71. Teri Kasam- (1966)
72. Anuradha- (1960)
73. Basant- (1960)
74. Guddi- (1971)
75. Mausam- (1975)
76. The Train- (1970)
77. Love In Shimla- (1960)
78. Dharam Verer- (1977)
79. Aan Milo Sajna- (1970)
80. Phool Aur Patthar- (1966)
81. Ankur- (1974)
82. Suraj- (1966)
83. Bombai Ka Babu- (1960)
84. Manzil- (1960)
85. Sachaa Jhutha- (1970)
86. Haqeeqat- (1964)
87. Anamika- (1973)
88. Prem Pujari- (1970)
89. Roti Kapda Aur Maaan- (1974)
90. Khilona- (1970)
91. Mera Gaon Mera Desh- (1971)
92. Kabhi Kabhi- (1976)
93. Nishant- (1975)
94. Purab Aur Paschim- (1970)
95. Mere Apne- (1971)
96. Dharti- (1970)
97. Kab? Kyoon? Aur Kahan?- (1970)
98. Nagin- (1976)
99. Ishq Par Zor Nahin- (1970)
100. Rajinigandha- (1974)

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