8 films that made Sanjay Leela Bhansali great

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Khamoshi: The Musical (Prime Video)

Starring Salman Khan and Manisha Koirala, it's about a woman, born to dead-mute parents, struggling to follow her newfound passion for music.

Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (Prime Video)

A selfless husband, despite the potential of ridicule, helps his wife reunite with her true love in Italy, prioritising her happiness. It stars Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Ajay Devgn.

Black (Netflix)

Debraj, a dedicated teacher, guides Michelle, a deaf and blind student, to achieve her dreams of graduating, and unlocking her hidden talents. It stars Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukerji.

Devdas (Prime Video)

This Shah Rukh Khan-starrer is the 2nd Hindi adaptation of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s famous namesake novel, after Dilip Kumar's Devdas film 1955.

Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela (Prime Video)

Ram and Leela’s love get threatened by a centuries-old family rivalry, which leads to a tragic sacrifice of their lives to end the cycle of hate between the families.

Bajirao Mastani (Prime Video)

Peshwa Bajirao, a brave leader, falls in love with Mastani, a Muslim warrior princess, despite being married to Kashibai. He must navigate family dispute, societal expectations, and be there for both his wives.

Padmaavat (Prime Video)

Ranveer Singh absolutely nailed the villain’s role of Alauddin Khilji. Queen Padmavati’s peaceful life gets disputed when Sultan Alauddin Khilji, driven by lust and obsession, launches a brutal attack in her Rajput kingdom.

Gangubai Kathiawadi (Netflix)

This biography helped Alia Bhatt win her first National Award. It is the story of brothel queen Gangubai Harjeevandas, who fought for the rights of sex workers and orphans with the Indian government.