Top 10 Movies That Revolutionized Your Thinking

1. Swades Click to look into! >> Read More...

Swades perfectly depicts a situation where idealism meets reality. In the story, Mohan Bhargav ( Shah Rukh Khan Shah Rukh Khan or also known as SRK is a prominent >> Read More... ) is an extremely accomplished scientist working with NASA. He decides to come back to India to enable change. The story focuses upon the hesitant nature of an Indian who's dwelled in the modern lifestyle of first world countries and has to face the challenges in his relatively backward Indian village. The narration also dwells on the beautiful values that the Indian culture holds towards family relationships. Using his scientific expertise he revamps the village's antiquated electrical system and promotes the need for education overlooking caste inequalities. The film shows how Mohan changes from a person criticizing the 'backward' Indian society while upholding western lifestyle to someone who uses his compassion and knowledge to contribute to the betterment of 'his country', Swades.

2. 3 Idiots Click to look into! >> Read More...

Thinking about films that made an impact upon you, 3 Idiots is a name that surely cannot be missed. The film unfolds the lives of three different students faced with stereotypical constraints prevailing commonly in the Indian society. Talking about marks being the sole criteria to determine an individuals' worth, to following your passion in life, the film gets to every youngster and adult alike. Its realistic approach followed by humorous setups provide us with deep meanings in an understandable manner. For everyone facing dilemma in life, go watch this insightful film and believe in the mantra “ALL IS WELL!”

3. Taare Zameen Par Click to look into! >> Read More...

There's probably nobody who won't have shed a tear or two in the course of this film. Tare Zameen Par embarks upon the journey of a young boy, Ishaan Awasthi, ( Darsheel Safary In the annals of Hindi cinema, instances of stella >> Read More... ) who's a masterful painter but also a dyslexic. The latter part defines the identity of the boy instead of his outstanding talent which demeans the young boy’s confident. The film opens our eyes towards different perspectives in life and teaches us to look beyond our difficulties and weaknesses. Child psychology is deeply studied in this film where an art teacher ( Aamir Khan Aamir Khan or Mohammed Aamir Hussain Khan is Bolly >> Read More... ) helps the distressed parents and Ishaan see the good in him. He helps Ishaan come out of the competitive trauma of not being able to be 'normal' and underestimating himself. The message 'Every child is special' is put across brilliantly through this film.

4. Pink Pink is an American Songwriter, Singer, and Actres >> Read More...

A recent Amitabh Bachchan Amitabh Bachchan was born on October 11, 1942 in A >> Read More... starrer, Pink talks about an issue faced by every young woman in the Indian society. The issue is however tabooed and hushed upon under the realms of a patriarchal society. Shoojit Sircar Shoojit Sircar is an Indian film producer and dire >> Read More... , through impactful screenplay and words, brings up sensitive issues such as 'characterization of a woman' or 'guidelines to a woman's safety' in a satirical manner. Pink powerfully depicts the flawed Indian system where the influential get away with the wrong doings while the victim suffers the wrath of laws. Especially if it's a girl, the case turns into her character assessment, marking her negatively. The film questions such biases and reinforces the meaning of "NO" as firmly as it must stand. A thought provoking film to which everyone would relate to.

5. Iqbal

It's easy to witness winning but difficult to understand the hard work that goes with it. Iqbal is a pragmatic story of a deaf and mute boy ( Shreyas Talpade Those who follow Bollywood movies are accustomed t >> Read More... ) who eats, drinks and sleeps with the dream of getting into the Indian Cricket team. Working hard against his family's expectations, poor financial status and lack of resources, he proves that disability is also an ability with the right amount of passion, determination and will to succeed. Sure to motivate you to work on your dreams, Iqbal with resonating music and performances is a definite watch.

6. Black 'Black’ was a paranormal show aired on 9X Chan >> Read More...

When finest acting skills and wonderful screenplay combines it results into a heart stirring watch, which is exactly what Black is. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali Born on 24th February 1963, Sanjay Leela Bhansali >> Read More... , Black is a film that is inspired through the life of Hellen Keller. The protagonist of the movie is a deaf and blind girl who's surrounded with darkness in her life. She's stubborn, dark and difficult to deal with. The film shows the never give up will of the teacher (Amitabh Bachchan) as he educated her for college through love and sternness. She later becomes a successful college graduate and meets her teacher, who has now developed Alzheimer's disease. Emotionally engaging through strong scenes, Black fills you with emotional gratitude for all that you have in life.

7. The Lunchbox Click to look into! >> Read More...

Internationally acclaimed, Lunchbox is a film that connects to all kinds of audience even when the two protagonists who are engaging in all sorts of conversation, have never even met. The two communicate through letters, talking about the small events of their mundane life that makes this film enjoyable and relatable. The intricate details focused with much clarity provide an edge to this film. Refreshingly new, this film is a must watch for everyone looking for something engaging other than the typical Bollywood cinema.

8. Masaan Click to look into! >> Read More...

Masaan, the story of two youths trapped in the small town of Varanasi by the river Ganges tread along the lines of multiple issues. While one issue focuses upon the theme of 'moral licensing' faced by a young couple trapped in a small town, the other segment of the film exploits the heart wrenching reality of caste differences still alive among the Indian society. The budding love between two young individuals is viewed with moral hypocrisy and the determinants of caste ultimately define fate. With actors such as Richa Chadda Richa Chadda is a new and sultry Indian actress. S >> Read More... delivering strong performances, you'll feel the vulnerability and the boldness demonstrated through beautiful cinematography forcing you to think differently.

9. The World Of Apu, 1956

Directed, produced and written by the exemplary Satyajit Ray Biographies reveal bare details about the maverick >> Read More... , The World of Apu is listed among the greatest films of all time all around the world by the New York Times. Originally drafted and produced in Bengali, the film revolves around the life of Apu, a young boy orphaned early in life. He dreams of becoming a writer someday and have his manuscript published. The story involves a strong play of emotions. It tackles issues about orphanage, early marriage, financial burden, fatherly responsibilities with a philosophical twist involving accurate representation of societal stereotypes. The originality of the film compels you to feel the hardships of life through the eyes of Apu. It surely is one of the many movies you can never forget.

10. English Vinglish Click to look into! >> Read More...

'Domesticated', 'polite', 'submissive' are often the terms attached to an average Indian housewife who is also in other words nothing less than a superwoman. The debut film of Gauri Shinde Gauri Shinde is an Indian feature films and ad-fil >> Read More... , English Vinglish portrays how a mother (‘ Sridevi Sridevi is an Indian an actress renowned for her w >> Read More... ’) faces embarrassment from her own family due to her inability to speak English. What is most impactful is the manner in which she decides to take things in her own hand and spellbound everyone with her command over English by the end of the film. It's so satisfying to watch this beautifully crafted film empowering woman and establishing strong ground.