When you talk about iconic actors in Bollywood, a name that comes to mind is Amitabh Bachchan. A stalwart of the Indian film industry, Amitabh Bachchan is a living legend for the people of India. After all these years the manic craze for Amitabh Bachchan movies continues. This article is a showcases a list of the best Amitabh Bachchan movies.

Like with many actors that wanted to make it big in the Hindi film industry in India, Amitabh Bachchan had to struggle to find roles initially. The tall lanky actor started his career in Hindi cinema playing supporting roles. Amitabh Bachchan’s voice became excessively popular with the masses in India. His role in the Movie ‘Anand’ (1971) which won him the Filmfare Award for “Best Supporting Actor” set the ball rolling for an illustrious career in Bollywood. Amitabh Bachchan’s rich baritone voice as he delivered his lines in scenes left audiences in a frenzy. His voice as the narrator in the 1972 movie ‘Bawarchi’ was loved by audiences.

When Amitabh Bachchan started out, there were not many tall actors in the Hindi film industry. The tall lanky frame of Amitabh Bachchan did evoke mixed responses from movie goers in the early 70s.

Amitabh Bachchan made his Hindi film debut in 1969 in the movie ‘Saat Hindustani’. While the film didn’t create ripples at the box-office, it did bring to notice the character ‘Anwar Ali’ played colloquially by Amitabh Bachchan. While Saat Hindustani is one of Amitabh Bachchan’s lesser known films, it is in every sense a landmark Amitabh Bachchan film. The 70s kick started Amitabh Bachchan’s career as an actor in Bollywood. Movies such as Deewar, Zangeer, Mili, Sholay, Don, Namak Haram, and Abhimaan among others showcased Amitabh Bachchan’s versatility as an actor. Through the 70s Amitabh Bachchan played lead roles and supporting roles.

The various characters this great essayed through his roles have become cult personalities in the realms of reality. A star was born. Through the 70s Amitabh Bachchan movies mesmerized audiences. The actor’s dialogue delivery in emotional scenes accompanied by the presence of his gaze won hearts from different movie genres. The manic Amitabh Bachchan craze begun in the 70s and this craze got bigger in the years ahead. Everything Amitabh Bachchan did was loved by audiences. His ability to emote colloquially made him special with the masses in India. Every emotional scene Amitabh Bachchan portrayed brought tears to eyes.

Furthermore, the ‘Angry Young Man’ image essayed in various avatars through a plethora of roles became an iconic standard for fans in real life. Everything Amitabh Bachchan did in the movie was emulated by his fans. While Amitabh Bachchan was not known for his dance moves, his trademark left leg push in the air is one of the most emulated dance steps in Bollywood. Since the late 70s actresses have felt privileged working with Amitabh Bachchan. His ability to mould self in accordance with the script of the movie characters has made Amitabh Bachchan a favorite with directors. Amitabh Bachchan continued his dominance in the 80s. Movies such as Ram Balram, Lawaaris, Yaarana, Satte Pe Satta, Sharaabi, and Naseeb among others became a rage in the 80s. The 90s were not memorable for Amitabh Bachchan, with many of his movies not doing well at the box office. In the 90s the only movies that worked in favor of Amitabh Bachchan were ‘Agneepath’ and ‘Hum’. While many critics had written off Amitabh Bachchan by the 90s he proved them wrong by delivering blockbuster hits since the 2000s. Amitabh’s diverse roles since the 2000s made him hugely popular with directors in parallel cinema.

The hallmark of a great actor is essaying various characters in various movie genres, and Amitabh Bachchan has showcased his acting skills in various movie genres amazingly well. The Amitabh Bachchan craze is associated with every age group. Right from children, teenagers, adults and ripe old oldies, everybody loves Amitabh Bachchan movies. This man has made hearts melt and flutter since the 70s and we hope and pray he continues to mesmerize audiences with his acting skills, charm, and persona. Perhaps the greatest actor in Bollywood… another Amitabh Bachchan will never be born.

The space below encompasses a list of Amitabh Bachchan movies from various movie genres. Mentioned in brackets is the year of release and genre. Also mentioned in brackets are nominations and awards won.

100 Greatest Amitabh Bachchan Movies

1. Deewar- (Crime Drama- 1975- Nominated for Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
2. Sholay- (Action Adventure- 1975)
3. Anand (Drama- 1971- Won Best Supporting Actor at Filmfare Awards)
4. Paa (Comedy Drama Film- 2009- Won Best Actor at Filmfare Awards, Won Best Actor National Film Award)
5. Zanjeer (Action Thriller- 1973- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
6. Piku (Comedy Drama- 2015)
7. Mili (Romantic Drama- 1975- Won Best Actor at BFJA Award)
8. Abhimaan (Drama- 1973)
9. Black (Drama Film- 2005- Won Best Actor Filmfare Award, Won Filmfare Critics Award, Won Best Actor National Film Award)
10. Amar Akbar Anthony (Action Comedy- 1977- Won Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
11. Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (Drama-Action- 1978- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
12. Majboor (Crime Thriller- 1974)
13. Namak Haram (Drama- 1973- Won Best Supporting Actor at Filmfare Awards)
14. Kabhie Kabhie (Drama/Romance- 1976)
15. Don (Crime Action- 1978- Won Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
16. Agneepath (Action Drama Film- 1990)
17. Satte Pe Satta (Action Comedy Film- 1982)
18. Bombay To Goa (Adventure Comedy- 1972)
19. Trishul (Action Film- 1978- Won Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
20. Baghban (Drama Film- 2003)
21. Piya Ka Ghar (Comedy- 1972)
22. Hera Pheri (Crime- 1976)
23. Khakee (Neo-Noir Drama Thriller Film)
24. Shahenshah (Superhero Film- 1988)
25. Benaam (Thriller- 1974)
26. Sarkar (Political Drama Thriller- 2005)
27. Dostana (Action Drama Film- 1980- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
28. The Great Gambler (Action Thriller Film- 1978)
29. Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gum (Drama Film- Nominated For Best Supporting Actor at Filmfare Awards)
30. Mr. Natwarlal (Action Comedy Film - 1979)
31. Kaala Patthar (Action/Drama Film- 1979- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
32. Do Aur Do Paanch (Action Comedy- 1980)
33. Namak Halaal (Comedy Film- 1982)
34. Cheeni Kum (Romance Film- 2007)
35. Yaarana (Musical Drama- 1981)
36. Ram Balram (Action Film- 1980)
37. Lawaaris (Drama Film- 1981)
38. Coolie (Action Comedy- 1983)
39. Do Anjaane (Drama-Thriller- 1976)
40. Bemisal (Drama Film- 1982)
41. Aankhen (Heist Thriller Drama)
42. Kaalia (Action Film- 1981)
43. Mohabbatein (Musical Romantic Drama- 2000- Won Best Supporting Actor at Filmfare Awards)
44. Hum (Action Crime Film- 1990)
45. Aks (Supernatural Thriller- 2001- Won Best Actor Filmfare Critics Award)
46. Mard (Action Film- 1985)
47. Chupke Chupke (Comedy- 1975)
48. Bunty Aur Babli (Crime Comedy Film- 2005- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
49. Sarkar Raj (Political Drama Thriller- 2008)
50. Shakti (Action Drama Film- 1982- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
51. Silsila (Romantic Drama Film- 1981)
52. Aakhree Raasta (Action Crime Drama- 1986)
53. Bansi Birju (Romance- 1972)       
54. Shamitabh (Drama Film- 2015)
55. Kaante (Action Film- 2002)
56. Shaan (Action Thriller- 1980)
57. Gehri Chaal (Thriller- 1973)
58. Faraar (Crime Drama- 1975)
59. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (Musical Romantic Drama- 2006- Nominated For Best Supporting Actor at Filmfare Awards)
60. Naseeeb (Action Drama Film- 1980)
61. Khud-Daar (Action Drama Film- 1982)
62. Adalat (Action Drama- 1977)
63. Saudagar (Drama- 1973)
64. Nastik (Action Drama- 1983)
65. Parwana (Psychological Thriller- 1971)
66. Reshma Aur Shera (Crime Drama Film- 1971)
67. Sooryavansham (Drama Film- 1999)
68. Manzil (Drama- 1979)
69. Desh Pramee (Patriotic Drama- 1982)
70. Saat Hindustani (War Drama- 1969)
71. Parvarish (Crime Drama- 1977)
72. Bhootnath (Supernatural Comedy Film- 2008)
73. Inquilaab (Drama- 1984)
74. Raaste Ka Patthar (Action- 1972)
75. Barsaat Ki Ek Raat- (Drama- 1981)
76. Satyagraha- (Political Drama- 2013)
77. Bandhe Haath (Action Thriller- 1973)
78. Kasauti (Drama- 1973)
79. Ek Nazar (Romance Film)
80. Besharam (Drama-Thriller- 1978)
81. Sharaabi (Drama Film- 1984- Nominated For Best Actor at Filmfare Awards)
82. Zameer (Action Drama- 1975)
83. Bhootnath Returns (Supernatural Comedy Film- 2014)
84. Ek Ajnabee (Action Thriller- 2005)
85. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (Action Comedy- 1998)
86. Pukar (Action Drama- 1982)
87. Imaan Dharam (Action Drama- 1977)
88. Kasme Vaade (Romance-Drama- 1978)
89. Suhaag (Drama Film- 1979)
90. Main Azaad Hoon (Drama- 1989)
91. Kuuda Gawah (Epic Romance Drama- 1992)
92. Alaap (Drama- 1977)
93. Department (Action Film- 2012)
94. Khoon Pasina- (Action Crime- 1977)
95. Ganga Ki Saugandh (Drama Film- 1978)
96. Jurmana (Drama- 1978)
97. Mahaan (Action Drama- 1983)
98. Viruddh… Family Comes First (Drama- 2005)
99. Rann (Political Thriller Film- 2010)
100. Aaj Ka Arjun (Crime Drama Film- 1990)

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