Playing Vijay, a poet struggling with the harsh realities of life, he is often condemned for his aversion to romantic matters of the heart. Pyaasa, often regarded as Guru Dutt’s gift to cinema lovers, is a bittersweet drama that sees the versatile Dutt not only helm the project, but also act as a lead in the film. The film was an instant cinematic success both nationally and internationally, earning it a nomination at the prestigious Cannes festival of 1953 and, decades later, a mention in a 2003 Time Magazine feature that listed Awaara as one of “10 Indian films to treasure” The story highlights the gaping socio-economic divide that impacts the less privileged and how the lure of petty crime promises an escape from poverty for many.Īside from a stellar cast and captivating storyline, music maestro Mukesh gave the world the treasured classic Awaara Hoon, a timeless song that has bypassed the confines of time to become a nostalgic piece of instrumental and lyrical genius.
Nargis’s character, a lawyer, summons the strength to prove her beloved’s innocence who is embroiled in a murder case. This classic film features the iconic Nargis and cinematic greats such as Shashi and Raj Kapoor. For a taste of what Indian cinema used to be, here are six of the most iconic movies that continue to enthral audiences and are a must-see for any Bollywood enthusiast. It was classic scripts that evoked emotion and enveloped one in the nostalgia for simple and wholesome adventures. Before the opulence and allure of the Bollywood we know today, with its grand set designs, iconic destinations, flamboyant item numbers, regurgitated scripts interjected with redundant subplots, laced with tinsel pizazz and flair, Hindi cinema was the inimitable musing of master storytellers.
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