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1Amitabh Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Abhishek BachchanPaa is a 2009 Indian comedy-drama film directed by R. Balakrishnan starring Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Vidya Balan. The film is based on a rare genetic condition known as progeria and places emphasis on a father-son relationship. Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan, in real life, are father and son respectively, but in Paa, they played opposite roles. The film was released worldwide on 4 Dec 2009. Veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja scored the music. The film was critically acclaimed in India and fared well at the box office. Despite a warm reception from Indian film critics, the film received mixed reviews from overseas film critics, according to the websites Metacritic and Rotten Tomatoes. Amitabh Bachchan received his third National Film Award for Best Actor and his fifth Filmfare Best Actor Award and Vidya Balan got her first Filmfare Best Actress Award. The movie is inspired by Sam Berns' life.
2Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sachin Khedekar, Mallika SherawatGuru is a 2007 Indian biographical film loosely based on the life of Dhirubhai Ambani, a business magnate who founded Reliance Industries. The film was co-written and directed by Mani Ratnam. It stars Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, R. Madhavan, Vidya Balan, Arya Babbar, Mithun Chakraborty in the leading roles. The film also has Mallika Sherawat in a guest appearance. The score and soundtrack for the film was composed by A. R. Rahman. The film was dubbed and released simultaneously in Tamil as Guru and in Telugu as Gurukanth. and in the Tamil version of the film, the lead role was dubbed by Suriya. The film was released on 12 January 2007 with its première at the Elgin Theatre in Toronto, Canada, on Thursday 11 January 2007, making it the first Indian film to have a mainstream international première in Canada. The film was premiered in the Tous Les Cinemas du Monde section of 2007 Cannes Film Festival.
3Katrina Kaif, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek BachchanSarkar is a 2005 Indian dramatic thriller film set in the world of politics and crime, directed by Ram Gopal Varma, inspired partly by the The Godfather. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan in the title role alongside his real-life son, Abhishek Bachchan as the younger son, Shankar Nagre, along with Kay Kay Menon, Katrina Kaif, Anupam Kher, Supriya Pathak and Tanisha Mukherjee. Set up in the world of Indian politics. Along with film's sequel, Sarkar Raj, released on 6 June 2008, the film was archived at the American Academy of Motion Pictures library. The blockbuster film was premièred at the New York Asian Film Festival.
4Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek BachchanJai Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan), Ali Bose (Uday Chopra) and Sonali Bose (Bipasha Basu), three Indian police officers in Mumbai, join forces to bring down a cunning criminal, Aryan (Hrithik Roshan). Little do they know the difficulty of their task, for Aryan has formed a partnership with the beautiful thief, Sunehri (Aishwarya Rai).More Dhoom 2
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5Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, Rimi SenDhoom is a 2004 Indian action thriller film written by Vijay Krishna Acharya and directed by Sanjay Gadhvi. The film stars Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, John Abraham, Esha Deol, and Rimi Sen in lead roles. Dhoom was the first action film produced by Yash Raj Films in 16 years, since Yash Chopra directed Vijay. It tells the story of motorbike gangs in Mumbai and the police officer who teams up with a motorbike dealer to stop them. Earning over 290 million Nett Gross in India, the film became one of the top-grossing Hindi films of 2004. It spawned a film series, with its sequel Dhoom 2, released on 24 November 2006, and Dhoom 3 released on 20 December 2013.More Dhoom- #73 of 133 onThe 100+ Best Bollywood Movies
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6Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek BachchanBunty Aur Babli, released in 2005, is an Indian Bollywood crime-comedy film directed by Shaad Ali and starring Rani Mukerji and Abhishek Bachchan in the lead roles. Amitabh Bachchan stars in a supporting role. It was the first film to feature both Amitabh Bachchan and his son Abhishek Bachchan, and featured guest appearances by Aishwarya Rai and Tania Zaetta. It was one of the biggest hits of the year. The plot, although drawing on the idea of two rather lovable crooks, does not contain violence. In fact, each of the adventures of Bunty and Babli are thoroughly Indianised, like the fake selling of the Taj Mahal. It draws comparisons to the American classic "Bonnie and Clyde", however there are no dark elements to the film and the lead characters do not die a bloody death, unlike their American counterparts.
7Ajay Devgan, Rani Mukherji, Abhishek BachchanThree men of vastly different backgrounds and ambitions are bound together after an accident on a bridge in Calcutta, India. Michael (Ajay Devgan) is a passionate youth working for a better India. Arjun (Vivek Oberoi) is blithe and materialistic, concerned only with striking it rich. And Lallan (Abhishek Bachchan) is a violent thug working for a corrupt politician. The fateful crossing highlights each man's outlook, forcing him to make difficult choices and ultimately risk his life.
8Priyanka Chopra, Shilpa Shetty, Abhishek BachchanDostana is a 2008 romantic comedy directed by Tarun Mansukhani and starring Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles. Dostana was filmed entirely in Miami, Florida. It is loosely inspired by the Hollywood movie, I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry. Filming began in March 2008, and the film was released on 14 November 2008. It went on to become the eighth highest grossing film at the Indian box office in 2008.
9Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Rani MukherjiDev (Shah Rukh Khan) and Maya (Rani Mukherjee) are married, but not to each other. A chance encounter brings Dev and Maya together, and they feel a strange attraction that soon develops into a close friendship. As they spend more time together, they begin to re-examine their marriages and face up to the dissatisfaction that lurks just beneath the surface.
10Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek BachchanSarkar Raj is a 2008 Indian dramatic thriller film set in the world of politics and crime. It was directed by Ram Gopal Varma. It is the sequel to Sarkar. The blockbuster film was premiered in the Marché du Film section at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, and New York Asian Film Festival. The film was archived at the Academy of Motion Pictures library. The primary cast features three members of the Bachchan family – Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and new entrant Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Supriya Pathak, Tanisha Mukherjee and Ravi Kale also reappeared in their respective roles from Sarkar. The film released on 6 June 2008, was critically and commercially successful.
11Bol Bachchan
Ajay Devgan, Abhishek Bachchan, AsinWhen Abbas breaks open the lock of an ancestral Hindu temple to save a child trapped inside, he faces trouble. He tries to hide his true identity with a fake Hindu name, which leads to a web of lies.
12Katrina Kaif, Abhishek Bachchan, Aamir KhanDhoom: 3 is a 2013 Indian action film, written and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya and produced by Aditya Chopra. The third installment of the Dhoom series, it features Aamir Khan as the antagonist and Katrina Kaif, with Actor Abhishek Bachchan in the lead role reprising his role of Jai and Uday Chopra reprising his role as Ali Akbar, as in the previous films of the franchise. Made on a budget of 1.25 billion, one of the most expensive Bollywood films of all time, Dhoom 3 was released on 20 December 2013, marking itself as the first Bollywood movie to be released in the IMAX motion picture film format with Dolby Atmos surround sound. The film broke many records on its opening days in India and abroad. Box Office India declared Dhoom 3 "the biggest hit of 2013" after two days of release, the film went on to gross 4 billion worldwide in just ten days, to become the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time in international markets. The initial international gross of Dhoom 3 was US$28 million—eventually breaking the record of 3 Idiots and making it the second highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time in international markets.
13Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Satish ShahKuch Naa Kaho is a 2003 Bollywood romantic drama film, directed by Rohan Sippy, starring Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Arbaaz Khan. It was released on 5 September 2003.
14Abhishek Bachchan, Kareena Kapoor, Jackie ShroffAfter the 1948 partitioning of Hindustan, Manzur Ahmed (Kulbhushan Kharbanda) and his family are among the many Muslims who have to relocate to avoid religious persecution. They have to cross political borders in order to establish a new home in Pakistan. Luckily, they have the aid of the Refugee (Abhishek Bachchan), a mysterious wanderer who smuggles exiles past border security, although Ahmed's clan may prove to be the Refugee's most difficult job yet.
15Abhishek Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Boman IraniAce con artist Roy leads a double life, convincing his girlfriend Simmi he is an ordinary, honest guy. However, when she discovers the truth, he is powerless to save their relationship. After collapsing on the street, Roy discovers he has a brain tumor and hasn't long to live. Before it is too late, his partner and disciple Dittu persuades Roy to take part in one last master plan.
16Shilpa Shetty, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek BachchanDus is a 2005 Bollywood action spy thriller film directed by Anubhav Sinha and produced by Nitin Manmohan. It stars Sanjay Dutt, Sunil Shetty, Abhishek Bachchan, Shilpa Shetty, Zayed Khan and Esha Deol in lead roles. The film is a tribute to celebrated director Mukul S. Anand, who had died while filming the 1997 incomplete film of the same name, and which had also starred Sanjay Dutt in the lead role. The film was commercial and critical success at the Indian Box Office. The film follows the head of the ATC, played by Dutt, and his team, as they embark on a mission to prevent a deadly terrorist attack orchestrated by an international terrorist and criminal, Jamwaal with only 7 days to do so. The incident was to take place on the 10th of May, thus explaining the name of the film.
17Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Urmila MatondkarOm Jai Jagadish is a 2002 Bollywood film directed by Anupam Kher and was his directorial debut. The film stars Waheeda Rehman, Anil Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahima Chaudhry, Urmila Matondkar and Tara Sharma.
18Deepika Padukone, Bipasha Basu, Vidya BalanDum Maaro Dum is a 2011 Indian Hindi crime film directed by Rohan Sippy who is returning to directing after 5 years and starring Abhishek Bachchan, Rana Daggubati, Bipasha Basu, Prateik Babbar and Aditya Pancholi. It was shot in Goa. Deepika Padukone makes a special appearance in the remix version of the hit song "Dum Maro Dum". The music has been composed by Pritam. This is the first time a Bollywood film has been mixed in Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound. The film was released on 22 April 2011 worldwide, and received mixed to positive response from critics.
19Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek BachchanShootout at Lokhandwala is a 2007 Indian film directed by Apoorva Lakhia. It is based upon the 1991 Lokhandwala Complex shootout. Additional commissioner of police A.A. Khan, head of the ATS, attacked the Lokhandwala Complex on 16 November 1991, with a force of around 400 armed policemen. The leading protagonists in the film have slightly different names than their real-life counterparts and the film caption is "based on true rumours."
20Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh KhanOm Shanti Om, a Bollywood musical drama, is a tale of reincarnation and revenge set against the backdrop of the Indian film industry. The narrative follows Om Prakash Makhija (Shah Rukh Khan), a junior artiste, who falls for superstar Shantipriya (Deepika Padukone). Tragedy strikes when Shantipriya meets an untimely death due to sinister circumstances. In his next life, Om reincarnates as a superstar and sets out to uncover the truth behind Shantipriya's death. Directed by Farah Khan, Om Shanti Om bagged several awards for its riveting plot and memorable performances.More Om Shanti Om- #41 of 133 onThe 100+ Best Bollywood Movies
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21Kareena Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay DevganLOC Kargil is a 2003 Indian film based on the fight between India and Pakistan, produced and directed by J. P. Dutta on J.P. Films banner. Starring a large number of Bollywood stars and music composed by Anu Malik. The film recorded as Average at box-office. Upon release LOC received a mixed response critically and commercially. With a running time of 255 minutes, it is one of the longest Indian films ever made and fifth in terms of running time. The film is based on the 1999, Operation Vijay and Battle of Tololing around the Line of control.
22Zameen
Bipasha Basu, Ajay Devgan, Abhishek BachchanZameen is a 2003 Indian Hindi action thrillerfilm directed by Rohit Shetty in his directional debut and starring Ajay Devgan, Abhishek Bachchan and Bipasha Basu in the lead roles.
23Hera Pheri 4
Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, RekhaHera Pheri 4 is an upcoming delayed Bollywood comedy film directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by Firoz Nadiadwala. It is the third installment in the Hera Pheri film series, after Hera Pheri, which was directed by Priyadarshan and Phir Hera Pheri, which was directed by Neeraj Vora. The project will apparently star Sunil Shetty and Paresh Rawal reprising their roles from the previous films, along with John Abraham as a new addition to the cast apparently. It was originally titled International Hera Pheri. Though the film is the third installment in the series, it was titled Hera Pheri 4 instead of Hera Pheri 3. The reason behind this will be revealed along with the theatrical promo of the film. The film has been on hold for the past few years, as director Bazmee is focusing on completing his other projects first.
24Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor, Abhishek BachchanMain Prem Ki Diwani Hoon is a 2003 Bollywood romantic comedy drama film by Sooraj R. Barjatya and a production by Rajshri. The film is a remake of the 1976 film Chitchor and features Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan in the lead roles. The movie had a worldwide release on 27 June 2003.
25Anushka Shetty, Abhishek Bachchan, Shweta MenonRun is a Hindi film released in the year 2004. It stars Abhishek Bachchan and Bhumika Chawla in the lead roles. It is directed by Jeeva and is a remake of the Tamil blockbuster of the same name starring Madhavan and Meera Jasmine. The film was produced by Boney Kapoor and Sridevi. The major portion of the film was shot at Marwah Studios in Noida. This film is majorly known for Vijay Raaz's comic performance. His performance was immensely praised and was the only saving grace of the film.
26Abhishek Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor, Om PuriAmerican-born Roshan (Abhishek Bachchan) agrees to return with his grandmother Annapurna (Waheeda Rehman), to the walled-off area of Delhi, India, where she grew up. Attracted to neighbor Bittu (Sonam Kapoor) and enchanted by the neighborhood's strong sense of tradition, Roshan gradually learns about Old Delhi's less attractive aspects, including caste discrimination and widespread corruption. Meanwhile, rumors of a mysterious, havoc-wreaking black monkey put the city on edge.
27Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sunil ShettyUmrao Jaan is a Bollywood film about the famous courtesan of the title. Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai stars in the lead roles. The film is directed by J. P. Dutta and also stars Shabana Azmi, Sunil Shetty, Divya Dutta, Himani Shivpuri and Kulbhushan Kharbanda.
28Abhishek Bachchan, Rani Mukerji, Saif Ali KhanHum Tum is a 2004 Indian romantic comedy film directed by Kunal Kohli and produced by Aditya Chopra and Yash Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner. The movie stars Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji in the lead roles. The film is loosely based on the 1989 romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally.... Hum Tum follows the encounters of the two main characters until they, after several years and various meetings, become friends and finally fall in love at the end of the movie. The comic characters Hum and Tum have their own animated sequences in the movie, where they represent the current state of Karan's and Rhea's relationship. The animation for this film was done by Kathaa Animations and the Special Effects by Tata Elxsi. The director Kunal Kohli has stated that the film "is inspired from the genre When Harry Met Sally... belongs to." The film was generally received well by critics, and special praise went to Khan's and Mukerji's performances. It won several Filmfare Awards, including Best Actress, Director, and Actor in a Comic Role. In June 2005, Khan won the National Film Award for Best Actor.More Hum Tum- #120 of 133 onThe 100+ Best Bollywood Movies
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29Raavan
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Vikram, Abhishek BachchanRaavan is a 2010 Indian thriller film directed, written and produced by Mani Ratnam. It stars Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Vikram in the lead roles while Govinda, Ravi Kishan, Nikhil Dwivedi, Priyamani and Tejaswini Kolhapure feature in key supporting roles. This film was the Bollywood debut of Vikram. It was simultaneously released in Tamil as Raavanan with a slightly different cast, which would also be dubbed into Telugu and other regional languages. The film's score and soundtrack is composed by A. R. Rahman. The film was released on 18 June 2010. The film's premiere was held in London on 16 June 2010.
30Hema Malini, Abhishek Bachchan, Rani MukerjiLaaga Chunari Mein Daag: Journey of a Woman is a 2007 drama film written and directed by Pradeep Sarkar.
