If you are a movie buff that has a voracious appetite for different types of Hindi films, fasten your seat belt and dwell in an epic list of the best Bollywood movies from various decades.

There is never a dull moment in Hindi films. There’s something interesting happening at every stage in a commercial Bollywood flick. The charismatic song and dance routines give Bollywood films a unique identity. Since the Hindi film industry came into existence, movies showcasing a plethora of emotions have come to light, some memorable and some forgettable. No film industry in the world has been able to achieve cult status like Bollywood. What make Bollywood special are the different kinds of films that are made.

Truly, it’s a world of films that is unimaginable.

Different Bollywood Movie Genres

Romance movies, romance comedies, action, comedies, action thrillers, adventure films, biographical films, crime thrillers, coming of age films, dance films, drama films, mythological films, epic films, erotic films, family films, teen films, psychological thrillers, spy films, children’s films historical films, mystery films, erotic films, musical films, political satire films, war films, masala films, and sports films, Bollywood has showcased every genre in a unique way. Since early days in the Indian film industry, a number of experimental filmmakers have fused genres to come up with a unique blend of what’s become representational in Bollywood.

The term Bollywood represents a broad spectrum of elements related to the Hindi film industry. Since the black and white era, Hindi films have captivated movie audiences with their charm and splendor. The way movies were made back in the old days and now has changed tremendously, however it’s song and dance in movies that remains the soul ingredient that bridges the gap of past and present films.

Commercial song and dance Bollywood movies that focus on elements of romance and comedy are exceedingly popular with Indian audiences. In recent years, Bollywood has made waves in the western world with their brand of movies.  A number of offbeat films and art films have made headlines at major film festivals the world over.

Bollywood Movies: The Different Decades

The silent film era in the 1920s and 1930s set the ball rolling for films in India. The silent movies of the 1920s and 1930s have been praised by Bollywood critics for their path-breaking concepts. A number silent films made in the black and white era were based on mythological themes. With every decade movie concepts changed bringing in new wave of genres. The 60s and 70s became the decade of superstars.

Suddenly, Bollywood films started impacting youth in a big way. Actors and actresses in the 60s and 70s paved a new path for fashion trends. Youth all across India started idolizing their favorite actors and actresses. Right from hairstyles to attire, everything spectacular and glamorous portrayed in films became a hit with fans.

The 80s and 90s helped new genres emerge. Masala films became an integral part of Bollywood in these decades. Furthermore, the song and dance sequences in Hindi films got bolder with an element of sleaze becoming the mainstay in songs. A number of action films and romance films saw light in the 80s and 90s. The trend of disco beats in songs become exceedingly popular in movies in the early 80s. Typically, masala movies of the 80s and 90s showcased a mix of romance, action, comedy, and drama along with song and dance adding to the big picture. Towards the end of the 90s the ‘item song’ trend gained momentum and since has become a staple in Bollywood movies.

New School of Bollywood Movies

The 2000s opened doors to a new school of directors who merged parallel cinema concepts with mainstream cinema. A number of independent filmmakers found platforms to showcase their films, thanks to the internet. Aside from romance and drama films, Rom coms (romantic comedies) and coming of age films have become exceedingly popular in present times.

Also, a new wave of music directors and playback singers has come to the forefront bringing in an aesthetic musicality to Bollywood movies. Experimental concepts in Bollywood movies have become hugely popular with youth and this experimental movie making trend is getting bigger every year. The future for Bollywood is bright… and yes, the concept of evolution will impact Hindi films in a big way.

The lines below showcase an epic list of the best Bollywood movies from various decades. The list showcases movies from different genres.

Best Bollywood Movies from 2010 -2017

• PK (2014)
• Jolly LLB (2017)
• Secret Superstar (2017)
• Kaabil (2017)
• Piku (2015)
• Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017)
• Pink (2016)
• Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017)
• Hindi Medium (2017)
• Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)
• Raees (2017)
• Kahaani 2 (2016)
• Dangal (2016)
• Haider (2014)
• M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016)
• Newton (2017)
• Madaari (2016)
• Dabangg (2010)
• Lipstick Under My Burkha (2017)
• Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2014)
• Kahaani (2012)
• Ek Villain (2014)
• Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
• Trapped (2017)
• Bajirao Mastani (2015)
• Drishyam (2015)
• Gabbar is Back (2015)
• Golmaal Again (2017)
• Begum Jaan (2017)
• City Lights (2014)
• Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015)
• Aashiqui 2 (2014)
• Gangs of Wasseypur (2012)
• Rustom (2016)
• Shaadi Ke Side Effects (2014)
• Miss Lovely (2014)
• Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram Leela (2013)
• Bang Bang (2014)
• English Vinglish (2012)
• Dabangg 2 (2012)
• Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014)
• Dear Zindagi (2016)
• Student of the Year (2012)
• Dhobi Ghat (2011)
• Mom (2017)
• Tanu Weds Manu (2011)
• Badlapur (2016)
• Ky Dilli Kya Lahore (2014)
• Kick (2014)
• Bareilly Ki Barfi (2017)
• Grand Masti (2013)
• Queen (2014)
• Angry Indian Goddesses (2015)
• No One Killed Jessica (2011)
• Rowdy Rathore (2012)
• Yeh Saali Zindagi (2011)
• Main Tera Hero (2014)
• Cocktail (2012)
• 2 States (2014)
• Shaitan (2011)
• Sultan (2016)
• Dhoom 3 (2014)
• Udaan (2010)
• Chittagong (2012)
• Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)
• Special 26 (2013)
• Dil Dhadakne Do (2015)
• Mirzya (2016)
• Chashme Baddoor (2013)
• 7 Khoon Maaf (2011)
• Highway (2014)
• Golmaal 3 (2010)
• Pyar Ka Punchnama (2011)
• Happy Bhaag Jayegi (2016)
• Bobby Jasoos (2014)
• Housefull 2 (2012)
• Baby (2015)
• Race 2 (2013)
• Dedh Ishqiya (2014)
• My Name Is Khan (2010)
• Raajneeti (2010)
• Peepli Live (2010)
• Paan Singh Tomar (2012)
• Guzaarish (2010)
• Krrish 3 (2014)
• Stanley Ka Dabba (2011)
• Bewakoofiyaan (2014)
• Dum Maaro Dum (2011)
• Bhootnath Returns (2014)
• Finding Fanny (2014)
• Black Friday (2004)
• Karthik Calling Karthik (2010)
• Ek Tha Tiger (2012)
• Chennai Express (2013)
• Ragini MMS (2011)
• Housefull (2010)
• Rann (2010)
• Once Upon a Time in Mumbai (2010)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 2000s

• 3 Idiots (2009)
• A Wednesday (2008)
• Lagaan: Once Upon A Time in India (2001)
• Dev D (2009)
• Hera Pheri (2000)
• Dil Chahta Hai (2001)
• Life in a Metro (2007)
• Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)
• Rang De Basanti (2006)
• Maqbool (2004)
• Dasvidaniya (2008)
• Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2007)
• Taare Zameen Par (2007)
• Luck By Chance (2009)
• Gulaal (2009)
• Swades (2004)
• Jab We Met (2007)
• Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (2008)
• The Namesake (2007)
• Wake Up Sid (2009)
• Dhoom (2004)
• Johnny Gaddar (2007)
• Firaaq (2009)
• Kaho Na… Pyaar Hai (2000)
• Om Shanti Om (2007)
• Taxi No. 9211 (2007)
• Krrish (2006)
• Bhoot (2003)
• Veer-Zaara (2004)
• Aankhen (2002)
• Lakshya (2004)
• Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007)
• Welcome (2007)
• Mujhse Shaadi Karoge (2004)
• Yuva (2004)
• Chak De India (2007)
• Race (2008)
• Malamaal Weekly (2006)
• Khakee (2004)
• Aitraaz (2004)
• Sarkar (2005)
• Main Hoon Na (2004)
• Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (2000)
• Love Aak Kal (2009)
• Kaante (2002)
• 3 Deewarein (2003)
• Phir Hera Pheri (2006)
• Ek Hasina Thi (2004)
• Hey Ram (2000)
• Munna Bhai M.B.B.S (2003)
• Dus (2005)
• Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2005)
• Murder (2004)
• Bhootnath (2008)
• Mohabbatein (2000)
• Saathiya (2002)
• Darna Mana Hai (2003)
• Jism (2003)
• Welcome to Sajjanpur (2008)
• Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001)
• Zubeidaa (2001)
• Makdee (2002)
• Hungama (2003)
• Astitva (2000)
• Halla Bol (2008)
• Koi… Mil Gaya (2003)
• Baghban (2003)
• Zinda (2006)
• Sarkar Raj (2008)
• Gangaajal (2003)
• The Blue Umbrella (2007)
• Omkara (2006)
• Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
• Mujhse Dosti Karoge (2002)
• Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (2008)
• Jhankaar Beats (2003)
• Mission Kashmir (2000)
• Garam Masala (2005)
• Matrubhoomi: A Nation Without Women (2003)
• Masti (2004)
• Ajnabee (2001)
• Paheli (2005)
• Dhadkan (2000)
• Iqbal (2005)
• Cheeni Kum (2007)
• Partner (2007)
• Deewangee (2002)
• Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year (2009)
• Singh Is King (2008)
• Chameli (2004)
• Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006)
• Awara Pagal Deewana (2002)
• Tere Naam (2003)
• Bheja Fry (2007)
• Dil Dosti Etc (2007)
• Namastey London (2007)
• Devdas (2002)
• Raaz: The Mystery Continues (2009)
• Haasil (2003)
• Company (2002)
• Little Zizou (2009)
• No Entry (2005)
• Khosla Ka Ghosla (2006)
• Parineeta (2005)
• Kaal (2005)
• Manorama: Six Feet Under (2007)
• Ek Chalis Ki Last Local (2007)
• Dhamaal (2007)
• Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007)
• Aamir (2006)
• Fanaa (2006)
• Page 3 (2005)
• Salaam Namaste (2005)
• Ghajini (2008)
• Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
• Kabul Express (2006)
• Golmaal Returns (2008)
• Dhoom 2 (2006)
• Being Cyrus (2006)
• Paa (2009)
• Chandni Bar (2001)
• Billu (2009)
• Don: The Chase Begins Again (2006)
• Dus Kahaniyaan (2007)
• Fiza (2000)
• My Wife’s Murder (2005)
• Bhagam Bhag (2006)
• Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na (2008)
• Shaurya (2008)
• Dhol (2007)
• Saawariya (2007)
• Dor (2006)
• Apna Sapna Money money (2006)
• Corporate (2006)
• Pyah Ke Side Effects (2006)
• Kyaa Kool Hai Hum (2005)
• Asoka (2001)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 90s

• Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
• Hum Aapke Hai Koun…! (1994)
• Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998)
• Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)
• Dil To Pagal hai (1997)
• Vaastav: The Reality (1999)
• 1947 Earth (1998)
• Border (1997)
• Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naan (1994)
• Maachis (1996)
• Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikander (1992)
• Baazigar (1993)
• Karan Arjun (1995)
• Beta (1992)
• Raja Babu (1994)
• Baadshah (1999)
• Satya (1998)
• Mohra (1994)
• Darr (1993)
• Aankhen (1993)
• Khiladi (1992)
• Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992)
• Yes Boss (1997)
• Ghulam (1998)
• Deewana (1992)
• Roja (1992)
• Dil (1990)
• Shool (1999)
• Angaar (1992)
• Raat (1992)
• Biwi No. 1 (1999)
• Raja Hindustani (1996)
• Swarg (1990)
• Dil Se.. (1998)
• Bhopal Express (1999)
• Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993)
• Anari No. 1 (1999)
• Pardes (1997)
• Andaz Apna Apna (1994)
• Krantiveer (1994)
• Ishq (1997)
• Barsaat (1995)
• Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991)
• Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994)
• Ghatak (1996)
• Bombay (1995)
• Judwaa (1997)
• Daud (1997)
• Baaghi: A Rebel For Love (1990)
• Aashiqui (1990)
• Lamhe (1991)
• Rangeela (1995)
• Sarfarosh (1999)
• Mrityudand (1997)
• Akele Hum Akele Tum (1995)
• Bandit Queen (1994)
• Hum (1991)
• Sadak (1991)
• Agneepath (1990)
• Hyderabad Blues (1998)
• Haseena Maan Jaayegi (1999)
• Raja (1995)
• Sangharsh (1999)
• Hero No. 1 (1997)
• Criminal (1995)
• 100 Days (1991)
• Gharwali Baharwali (1998)
• Bombay Boys (1998)
• Mast (1999)
• Coolie No. 1 (1995)
• Chachi 420 (1997)
• Gupt: The Hidden Truth (1997)
• Judaai (1997)
• Zindagi Ek Juaa (1992)
• Aarzoo (1999)
• Phool Aur Kaante (1991)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 80s

• Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1989)
• Maine Pyaar Kiya (1989)
• Salaam Bombay! (1988)
• Parinda (1989)
• Yaarana (1981)
• Satte Pe Satta (1982)
• Jalwa (1987)
• Pushpak (1989)
• Chashme Buddoor (1981)
• Betaab (1983)
• Ankush (1985)
• Teezab (1988)
• Ram Lakhan (1989)
• Mr. India (1987)
• Hero (1983)
• Naram Garam (1981)
• Tridev (1989)
• Coolie (1983)
• Nagina (1986)
• Andha Kanoon (1983)
• Janbaaz (1986)
• Khoon Bhari Maang (1988)
• Meri Jung (1985)
• Love Story (1981)
• Naam (1986)
• Massey Sahib (1985)
• Dayavan (1988)
• Kaalia (1981)
• Shahenshah (1988)
• Chandni (1989)
• Bees Saal Baad (1988)
• Ram Avatar (1988)
• Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981)
• Silsila (1981)
• Karz (1980)
• Shart (1986)
• Himmatwala (1983)
• Rocky (1981)
• Do Aur Do Paanch (1980)
• Laawaris (1981)
• Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hain (1980)
• Qurbani (1980)
• Masoom (1983)
• Khud-Daar (1982)
• Katha (1983)
• Utsav (1984)
• Dostana (1980)
• Ardh Satya (1983)
• Naseeb (1981)
• Chaalbaaz (1989)
• Mirch Masala (1985)
• Ali Baba Aur Chalis Chor (1980)
• Shaan (1980)
• Zakhmi Aurat (1988)
• Rang Birangi (1983)
• Shakti (1982)
• Ram Balram (1980)
• Vidhaata (1982)
• Nikaah (1982)
• The Burning Train (1980)
• Mashaal (1984)
• Kranti (1981)
• Angoor (1982)
• Karma (1986)
• Bemisal (1982)
• Saagar (1985)
• Prem Rog (1982)
• Umrao Jaan (1981)
• Arth (1982)
• Pratighaat (1987)
• Namak Halal (1982)
• Sadma (1983)
• Mard (1985)
• Thofa (1984)
• Mandi (1983)
• Maalamaal (1988)
• Desh Premee (1982)
• Aakhree Raasta (1986)
• Yudh (1985)
• Nastik (1983)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 70s

• Sholay (1975)
• Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)
• Deewar (1975)
• Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978)
• Don (1978)
• Suhaag (1979)
• Mr. Natwarlal (1979)
• Gol Maal (1979)
• Trishul (1978)
• Chitchor (1976)
• The Great Gambler (1979)
• Jaani Dushman (1979)
• Kaala Patthar (1979)
• Sanyasi (1975)
• Hum Kise Se Kum Nahin (1977)
• Satyam Shivam Sundaram (1978)
• Swarg Narak (1978)
• Kabhi Kabhi (1976)
• Nagin (1976)
• Apnapan (1977)
• Dus Numbri (1976)
• Khatta Meetha (1978)
• Chacha Bhatija (1977)
• Dream Girl (1977)
• Do Anjaane (1976)
• Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973)
• Pratigya (1975)
• Baton Baton Mein (1979)
• Dharam Veer (1977)
• Kalicharan (1976)
• Laila Majnu (1976)
• Sargam (1979)
• Hera Pheri (1976)
• Ganga Ki Saugandh (1978)
• Rafoo Chakkar (1975)
• Zanjeer (1973)
• Shalimar (1978)
• Kahani Kismat Ki (1973)
• Aandhi (1975)
• Bobby (1973)
• Maa (1976)
• Parvarish (1977)
• Loafer (1973)
• Warrant (1975)
• Khel Khilari Ka (1977)
• Prem Kahani (1975)
• Dharmatma (1975)
• Charas (1976)
• Khoon Pasina (1977)
• Mili (1975)
• Dharam Karam (1975)
• Azaad (1978)
• Fakira (1976)
• Kati Patang (1971)
• Dharma (1973)
• Blackmail (1973)
• Roti Kapda Aur Makhan (1974)
• Chupke Chupke (1975)
• Jugnu (1973)
• Noorie (1979)
• Prem Nagar (1974)
• Seeta Aur Geeta (1972)
• Anamika (1973)
• Do Jasoos (1975)
• Amir Garib (1974)
• Julie (1975)
• Heera (1973)
• Chor Machaye Shor (1974)
• Khel Khel Mein (1975)
• Abhimaan (1973)
• Haathi Mere Saathi (1971)
• Pakeezah (1972)
• Adalat (1977)
• Daag (1973)
• Kasme Vaade (1978)
• Sharmeelee (1971)
• Apna Desh (1972)
• Johny Mera Naam (1970)
• Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971)
• Haath Ki Safai (1974)
• Caravan (1971)
• Zameer (1975)
• Dushman (1972)
• Aa Gale Lag Jaa (1973)
• Purab Aur Paschim (1970)
• Gora Aur Kala (1972)
• Patthar Aur Payal (1974)
• Maryada (1971)
• Victoria No. 203 (1972)
• Kora Kagaz (1974)
• Sachaa Jhutha (1970)
• Aap Ki Kasam (1974)
• Chori Mera Kaam (1975)
• Hare Rama Hare Krishna (1971)
• Andaz (1971)
• Hunkoli (1970)
• Bidaai (1974)
• Bawarchi (1972)
• Raja Jani (1972)
• Jeevan Mrityu (1970)
• Heera Panna (1973)
• Mera Naam Joker (1970)
• Aan Milo Sajana (1970)
• Jawani Deewani (1972)
• Khilona (1970)
• Faraar (1975)
• Koshish (1972)
• Dost (1974)
• Namak Haram (1973)
• Sharafat (1970)
• Meal (1971)
• Roti (1974)
• Guddi (1971)
• Safar (1970)
• Manoranjan (1974)
• Gopi (1970)
• Joroo Ka Ghulam (1972)
• Do Phool (1973)
• Paras (1971)
• Shor (1972)
• Be-Imaan (1972)
• Samdhi (1972)
• Tum Haseen Main Jawaan (1970)
• Kal Aaj Aur Kal (1971)
• Dharti (1970)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 60s

• Aradhana (1969)
• Padosan (1968)
• Kashmir Ki Kali (1964)
• Jewel Thief (1967)
• Mera Saaya (1966)
• Guide (1965)
• Do Kaliyaan (1969)
• Bees Saal Baad (1962)
• Waqt (1965)
• Ziddi (1964)
• Prince (1969)
• Haqeeqat (1964)
• An Evening in Paris (1967)
• Jungle (1961)
• Jab Jab Phool Khile (1965)
• Mere Mehboob (1963)
• Aaye Milan Ki Bela (1964)
• Ram Aur Shyam (1967)
• Rajkumar (1964)
• Phool Aur Patthar (1966)
• Dosti (1964)
• Ek Phool Do Mali (1969)
• Zindagi (1964)
• Love in Tokyo (1966)
• Upkar (1967)
• Phir Wohi Dil Laya Hoon (1963)
• Sangam (1964)
• Professor (1962)
• Himalaya Ki Godh Mein (1965)
• Janwar (1965)
• Tere Ghar Ke Samne (1963)
• Teesri Manzil (1966)
• Do Raaste (1969)
• Kohraa (1964)
• Gumnaaam (1965)
• Hamraaz (1967)
• Suraj (1966)
• Gumrah (1963)
• Apradh (1962)
• Jaal (1967)
• Arzoo (1965)
• Shikari (1963)
• April Fool (1964)
• Mere Sanam (1965)
• Gharana (1961)
• Bluff Master (1963)
• Sanjh Aur Savera (1964)
• Asli-Naqli (1962)
• Hum Dono (1961)
• Ek Musafir Ek Hasina (1962)
• Taj Mahal (1963)
• Neel Kamal (1968)
• Do Badan (1966)
• Hariyali Aur Raasta (1962)
• Palki (1967)
• Dil Ek Mandir (1963)
• Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke (1969)
• Intaqam (1969)
• Dil Tera Deewana (1962)
• Shaheed (1965)
• Who Kaun Thi (1964)
• Aarti (1962)
• Khandan (1965)
• Aas Ke Panchhi (1961)
• Mujhe Jeene Do (1963)
• Aaj Aur Kal (1963)
• Aaye Din Bahar Ke (1966)
• Kaajal (1965)
• Patthar Ke Sanam (1967)
• Mughal-e-Azam (1960)
• Dil Ne Pukara (1967)
• Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai (1961)
• Doli (1969)
• Sawan Ki Ghata (1966)
• Brahmachari (1968)
• Aag (1967)
• China Town (1962)
• Gehra Daag (1963)
• Kanoon (1960)
• Milan (1967)
• Ganga Jamuna (1961)
• Love in Shimla (1960)
• Yeh Zindagi Kitni Haseen Hai (1966)
• Jigri Dost (1969)
• Sasural (1961)
• Chandan Ka Palna (1967)
• Bheegi Raat (1965)
• Shagird (1967)
• Aankhen (1968)
• Farz (1967)
• Pyar Kiye Jaa (1966)
• Dil Apna Aur Preet Parayi (1960)
• Chaudhvin Ka Chand (1960)
• Kala Bazar (1960)
• Mahal (1969)
• Ghunghat (1960)
• Kabuliwala (1961)
• Teen Devian (1965)
• Kanyadaan (1968)
• Bandhan (1969)
• Pyar Ka Mausam (1969)
• Pyaar Ka Saagar (1961)
• Saheb Biwi Aur Ghulam (1962)
• Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai (1960)
• Sajan (1969)
• Baharen Phir Bhi Aayengi (1966)
• Mere Hamdam Mere Dost (1968)
• Aadmi (1968)
• Jhuk Gaya Aasman (1968)
• Dus Lakh (1966)
• Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1963)
• Anpadh (1962)
• Shola Aur Shabnam (1961)
• Barsat Ki Raat (1960)
• Jeene Ki Raah (1969)
• Anupama (1966)
• Duniya (1968)
• Shikar (1968)
• Saathi (1968)
• Bharosa (1963)
• Aadmi Aur Insaan (1969)
• Izzat (1968)
• Bombai Ka Babu (1960)
• Bandini (1963)
• Chirag (1969)
• Kohinoor (1960)
• Haseena Maan Jayegi (1968)
• Baat Ek Raat Ki (1962)
• Manzil (1960)
• Sangeet Samrat Tansen (1962)
• China  Town (1962)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 50s

• Anari (1959)
• Pyaasa (1957)
• Shree 420 (1955)
• Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi (1958)
• Navrang (1959)
• Awara (1951)
• Devdas (1955)
• Do Bhiga Zameen (1953)
• C.I.D (1956)
• Mother India (1957)
• Paigham (1959)
• Taxi Driver (1954)
• Baazi (1951)
• Jaal (1952)
• Aan (1952)
• Madhumati (1958)
• Howrah Bridge (1958)
• Azaad (1955)
• Deedar (1951)
• Paying  Guest (1957)
• Naya Daur (1957)
• Aar Paar (1954)
• Do Aankhen Barah Haath (1957)
• Albela (1951)
• Sujata (1959)  
• Ek Hi Raasta (1956)
• Daag (1952)
• Goonj Uthi Shehnai (1959)
• Parineeta (1953)
• Mirza Ghalib (1954)
• Solva Saal (1958)
• Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baje (1955)
• Jadoo (1951)
• Tumsa Nahin Dekha (1957)
• Sadhna (1958)
• Kala Pani (1958)
• Jagritti (1954)
• Rani Roopmati (1959)  
• Bahar (1951)
• Baiju Bawra (1952)
• Kundan (1955)
• Boot Polish (1954)
• Footpath (1953)
• Kaagaz Ke Phool (1959)
• Tarana (1951)
• Dilli Ka Thug (1958)
• Chori Chori (1956)
• Anhonee (1952)
• Kathputli (1957)
• Uran Khatola (1955)
• Jhamela (1953)
• Yahudi (1958)
• Musafir (1957)
• Dhool Ka Phool (1959)
• Bhabhi (1957)
• Aasha (1957)
• Shart (1954)
• Anarkali (1953)
• Amar (1954)
• Basant Bahar (1956)
• Shikast (1953)
• Chirag Kahan Roshni Kahan (1959)
• Phir Subha Hogi (1958)
• Funtoosh (1956)
• Afsana (1951)
• Phagun (1958)
• Bewafa (1952)
• Chhoti Behen (1959)
• Madhosh (1951)
• Sangram (1950)
• Maa (1952)
• Mr.& Mrs ’55 (1955)
• Bhai-Bhai (1956)  
• Samadhi (1950)
• Amar Deep (1958)  
• Nagin (1954)
• House No. 44 (1955)
• Ladki (1953)
• Halaku (1956)
• Adhikar (1954)
• Sangdil (1952)
• Dil Deke Dekho (1959)  
• Malhar (1951)
• Aah (1953)
• Parvarish (1958)
• Dastan (1950)
• Munimji (1955)
• New Delhi (1956)
• Aandhiyan (1952)
• Mem Sahib (1956)
• Toofan Aur Diya (1956)
• Insaniyat (1955)
• Sharada (1957)
• Patita (1953)
• Raj Hath (1956)
• Chandni Chowk (1954)
• Jagte Raho (1956)
• Papi (1953)
• Babul (1950)
• Rahi (1953)
• Nastik (1954)
• Arzoo (1950)
• Seema (1955)
• Humsafar (1953)
• Jogan (1950)
• Beqasoor (1950)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 40s

• Barsaat (1949)
• Andaz (1949)
• Dulari (1949)
• Anmol Ghadi (1946)
• Pyar Ki Jeet (1948)
• Dard (1947)
• Jugnu (1947)
• Shabnam (1949)
• Chandralekha (1948)
• Mahal (1949)
• Shahjehan (1946)
• Neel Kamal (1947)
• Shaheed (1948)
• Do Bhai (1947)
• Mirza Sahibaan (1947)
• Anokha Pyar (1948)
• Nadiya Ke Paar (1948)
• Phulwari (1946)
• Badi Bahen (1949)
• Aag (1948)
• Namoona (1949)
• Dillagi (1949)
• 1867 (1946)
• Mela (1948)
• Zeenat (1945)
• Hum Bhi Insaan Hai (1948)
• Shehnai (1947)
• Neecha Nagar (1946)
• Phool (1945)
• Suhaag Raat (1948)
• Humayun (1945)
• Mumtaz Mahal (1944)
• Gaon Ki Gori (1945)
• Dr. Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani (1946)
• Omar Khayyam (1947)
• Ek Din Ka Sultan (1945)
• Do Bhai (1947)
• Patanga (1949)
• Sanyasi (1945)
• Meri Bahen (1944)
• Tadbir (1945)
• Bharthari (1944)
• Dost (1944)
• Ghar Ki Izzat (1948)
• Lal Haveli (1944)
• Ishaara (1943)
• Basant (1942)
• Jwar Bhata (1944)
• Duhai (1943)
• Kismet (1943)
• Najma (1943)
• Chal Chal Re Naujawan (1944)
• Badi Maa (1945)
• Nadaan (1943)
• Chehra (1946)
• Khandan (1942)
• Rattan (1944)
• Dil Ki Rani (1947)
• Chitralekha (1941)
• Jawab (1942)
• Balam (1949)
• Station Master (1942)
• Tansen (1943)
• Sanjog (1943)
• Bandhan (1940)
• Jhoola (1941)
• Nauker (1943)
• Pagal (1940)
• Ziddi (1948)
• Taqdeer (1943)
• Khazanchi (1941)
• Bhukt Surdas (1943)
• Ramshastri (1944)
• Gauri (1943)
• Panghat (1943)
• Zindagi (1940)
• Sikandar (1941)
• Achhut (1940)
• Roti (1942)
• Nartaki (1940)
• Lagan (1941)
• Bhanwara (1947)
• Chand Chakori (1945)
• Nirdosh (1941)
• Ram Rajya (1944)
• Aurat (1940)
• Elaan (1947)
• Ek Raat (1942)
• Anjaan (1941)
• Punar Milan (1940)
• Bachpan (1945)
• Aaj Ka Hindustan (1940)
• Naya Sansar (1941)
• Panchhi (1944)
• Hamaari Baat (1943)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 30s

• Pukar (1939)
• Thokar (1939)
• Aadmi (1939)
• Nirmala (1938)
• Dushman (1939)
• Gopal Krishna (1938)
• Street Singer (1938)
• Vidyapati (1937)
• Punjab Mail (1939)
• Meetha Zahar (1938)
• State Express (1938)
• Duniya Na Mane (1937)
• Aap Ki Marzi (1939)
• President (1937)
• Achhut Kanya (1936)
• Kunku (1937)
• Jeevan Prabhat (1937)
• Dharti Mata (1938)
• Talash-e-Haq (1935) 
• Janmabhoomi (1936)
• Inquilab (1935)
• Gangavataran (1937)
• Baghban (1938) 
• Miss Frontier Mail (1936)
• Hamari Betiyan (1936)
• Dharmatma (1935)
• Chandidas (1934)
• Deccan Queen (1936)
• Hunterwali (1935)
• Hum Tum Aur Woh (1938) 
• Chandrasena (1935)   
• Dhoop Chhaon (1935)
• Kisan Kanya (1937)
• Manzil (1936)
• Al Hilal (1935)
• Seeta (1934)
• Dhanwan (1937)
• Aurat Ky Pyar (1933)
• Bhakta Prahlada (1932)
• Puran Bhagat (1933)
• Jawani Ka Hawa (1935) 
• Amrit Manthan (1934) 
• Daku Mansoor (1934)
• Amar Jyothi (1937)       
• Do Diwane (1936)
• Yahudi Ki Ladki (1933)
• Mohabbat Ki Kasauti (1934)
• Hind Kesri (1935)
• Karma (1933)
• Dulari Bibi (1933)
• Subah Ka Sitara (1932)
• Devdas (1935)
• Maya Machindra (1932)
• Lal-E-Yaman (1933)
• Farebi Jaal (1931) 
• Karwan-E-Hayat (1935)
• Setu Bandhan (1932)
• Hind Mahila (1936) 
• Sarala (1936)  
• Khoon Ka Khoon (1935)
• Farebi Shahzada (1931)
• Heer Ranjha (1932)
• Alam Ara (1931)
• Sarfarosh (1930)
• Sultana (1934)
• Grihalaxmi (1934)
• Khooni Khanjar (1930) 
• Sairandhri (1933)  
• Farebi Daku (1931)
• Mohabbat Ke Ansu (1932)
• Udaykal (1930)
• Khooni Katar (1931)
• Rani Saheba (1930)
• Chandrahasa (1933)
• Draupadi (1931)
• Zinda Lash (1932)
• Safdar Jung (1930)

Best Bollywood Movies of the 20s

• Gopal Krishana (1929)
• Devdas (1928)
• Savkari Pash (1925)
• Sati Padmini (1924)
• Husn Ka Daku (1929)
• Prithvi Vallabh (1924)
• Kala Naag (1924)
• Dil Farosh (1927)
• Noorjehan (1923)
• Bilat Ferat (1921)
• Bismi Sadi (1924)
• Sati Sardarba (1924)
• Prapancha Pash (1929)
• Bhisma Pratighna (1921)
• Kalyan Khajina (1924)
• Balidan (1927)
• Andhare Alo (1922)
• Sinhagad (1923)
• Katorabhar Khoon (1920)
• Bhakta Vidur (1921)
• Sairandhari (1920)
• Durgesh Nandini (1927)
• Patni Pratap (1923)
• Kulin Kanta (1925)
• Sati Parvati (1920)
• Poona Raided (1924)
• Savatri (1923)
• Narsinh Mehta (1920)
• Surekha Haran (1921)