Classic Indian Films To Watch on Prime Video 

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Sholay  

Indian cinema’s epic masterpiece still resonates with pop culture for its gripping dialogue and epic characters. It revolves around friendship, revenge, and a wanted criminal, Gabbar Singh.  

Deewar  

This is a cinematic gem with the stellar duo of Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor in lead roles. It traces the lives of two brothers on different sides of the law as they grapple with fate and society.

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge  

A mesmerising love story that acted as a gauze to filter true love. Raj (Shah Rukh Khan) and Simran’s (Kajol) saga of romance is a cult classic and is loved decades after its release.  

Satya  

Ram Gopal Verma’s cult crime thriller stars J. D. Chakravarthy, Urmila Matondkar and Manoj Bajpayee in lead roles. It revolves around the lives of people who are part of organised crime in Mumbai.  

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham  

The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Amitabh Bachchan. It is a bittersweet drama that revolves around Indian family values and traditions, exploring the life of an affluent family. 

Astitva  

Tabu excelled in this drama film that is about male chauvinism and oppression. It revolves around a woman as she struggles to find her identity after a secret threatens to rock her world.    

Umrao Jaan  

This 2006 period musical drama stars the real-life couple Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan. It explores the soul-stirring journey of a courtesan and has an intriguing storyline.  

Masaan  

Starring Vicky Kaushal and Richa Chadha in lead roles, the movie garnered critical acclaim for its captivating performances and narrative. It explores grief, self-discovery, love, and redemption.