500+ Must Watch Bollywood Movies Before You Die

Are you ready to dive into the magic of Bollywood? From timeless classics to modern blockbusters, we’ve curated must-watch Bollywood movies that every film lover should see at least once. Whether you’re a fan of romance, action, comedy, or drama, this list has something to thrill, inspire, and entertain you. Plus, if choosing which movie to watch next feels overwhelming, our handy movie suggestion generator can spark instant ideas in just a few clicks. Get ready to explore the best of Bollywood, one unforgettable movie at a time!

Must Watch Bollywood Movies

Sholay
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Mughal-E-Azam
Lagaan
Mother India
3 Idiots
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Pakeezah
Gully Boy
Barfi!
Andaz Apna Apna
Queen
Dil Chahta Hai
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Chak De! India
Taare Zameen Par
Pyaasa
Guide
Kal Ho Naa Ho
Dangal
Black
Swades
Golmaal (1979)
Jodhaa Akbar
Rockstar
Bajrangi Bhaijaan
Veer-Zaara
Dil Se
PK
Padmaavat
Piku
Kabir Singh
Article 15
Kahaani
Omkara
My Name Is Khan
Maqbool
Don (1978)
Deewar
Anand
Haider
Band Baaja Baaraat
Lootera
Wake Up Sid
Udaan
Tumbbad
Rang De Basanti
Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.
Sanju
The Lunchbox
Drishyam
Masaan
Satyam Shivam Sundaram
Baahubali (Hindi Dubbed)
Guru
Raazi
A Wednesday!
Sairat (Hindi Dubbed – Dhadak remake)
Shahid
Pink
Badhaai Ho
Stree
Hindi Medium
Munnabhai Lage Raho
Delhi Belly
Khosla Ka Ghosla
Gangaajal
Kaminey
Barot House
Parineeta
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Padman
Neerja
Talvar
Manjhi: The Mountain Man
Trapped
Newton
Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota
Sir
Chhichhore
Kai Po Che!
October
Secret Superstar
Shershaah
Article 370
Airlift
Sultan
Raajneeti
Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna
Saudagar
Khamoshi: The Musical
Dil To Pagal Hai
Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Devdas (2002)
Satya
Company
Agneepath (1990)
Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar
Amar Akbar Anthony
Don (2006)
Baazigar
Darr
Gangs of Wasseypur
Badlapur
Andhadhun
Bunty Aur Babli
Tamasha

Best Bollywood Comedy Movies of All Time

Andaz Apna Apna
Hera Pheri
Phir Hera Pheri
Hungama
Welcome
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Chupke Chupke
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
Golmaal (1979)
Golmaal: Fun Unlimited
Golmaal Returns
Golmaal 3
Golmaal Again
Dhamaal
Double Dhamaal
Total Dhamaal
De Dana Dan
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
Housefull
Housefull 2
Housefull 3
Housefull 4
No Entry
Partner
Dhol
Malamaal Weekly
All The Best
Khatta Meetha (1978)
Khatta Meetha (2010)
Aankhen (1993)
Coolie No. 1 (1995)
Judwaa
Judwaa 2
Dulhe Raja
Biwi No. 1
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
Padosan
Bombay to Goa
Chashme Buddoor (1981)
Chashme Baddoor (2013)
Angoor
Do Aur Do Paanch
Bawarchi
Chhoti Si Baat
Half Ticket
Victoria No. 203
Meri Biwi Ki Shaadi
Khubsoorat (1980)
Khoobsurat (2014)
Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.
Lage Raho Munna Bhai
3 Idiots
PK
Delhi Belly
Bheja Fry
Bheja Fry 2
Khosla Ka Ghosla
Stree
Dream Girl
Dream Girl 2
Badhaai Ho
Bala
Shubh Mangal Saavdhan
Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan
Pyaar Ka Punchnama
Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2
Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety
Tanu Weds Manu
Tanu Weds Manu Returns
Bareilly Ki Barfi
Luka Chuppi
Pati Patni Aur Woh (1978)
Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019)
Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani
Jab We Met
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
Chennai Express
Happy New Year
Fukrey
Fukrey Returns
Fukrey 3
Pagalpanti
Mubarakan
Lootcase
Jolly LLB
Jolly LLB 2
Grand Masti
Great Grand Masti
Shaadi Ke Side Effects
Pyaar Ka Side Effects
Tere Bin Laden
Tere Bin Laden: Dead or Alive
Ek Chalis Ki Last Local
Masti
Golmaal (all franchise films)
Total Siyapaa
Do Knot Disturb
Shaadi No. 1
Hadh Kar Di Aapne

Critically Acclaimed Bollywood Movies

Pyaasa
Mother India
Mughal-E-Azam
Sholay
Anand
Guide
Kaagaz Ke Phool
Do Bigha Zamin
Satyam Shivam Sundaram
Masoom
Ardh Satya
Sparsh
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
Mirch Masala
Satya
Company
Chak De! India
Swades
Lagaan
Taare Zameen Par
Black
Dil Chahta Hai
Rang De Basanti
Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi
Gully Boy
Barfi!
Rockstar
Lootera
Udaan
Masaan
Piku
October
The Lunchbox
Court
Ship of Theseus
Ankhon Dekhi
Tumbbad
Newton
Talvar
Shahid
Aligarh
Haider
Maqbool
Omkara
Gangs of Wasseypur
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
Dil Se
Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa
Kal Ho Naa Ho
Veer-Zaara
Dil Dhadakne Do
Kapoor & Sons
Queen
Pink
Article 15
Badhaai Ho
Sir
Pagglait
Trapped
Paan Singh Tomar
The Dirty Picture
Kahaani
No One Killed Jessica
Neerja
Raazi
Parineeta
Khamoshi: The Musical
Devdas (2002)
Bandit Queen
Monsoon Wedding
Fire
Earth
Water
Dil To Pagal Hai
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna
Bajrangi Bhaijaan
Dangal
Sultan
Secret Superstar
Chhichhore
Kai Po Che!
Article 370
Shershaah
Mulk
Gangaajal
Apaharan
Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji
Do Dooni Chaar
My Name Is Khan
Fiza
Mission Kashmir
Roja (Hindi Dubbed)
Bombay (Hindi Dubbed)
A Wednesday!
Black Friday
Peepli Live
Dhobi Ghat
Ek Doctor Ki Maut
Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro
Mandi
Naseem
Trikal
Ek Ruka Hua Faisla

Bollywood Action Movies You Can’t Miss

Sholay
Deewar
Don (1978)
Zanjeer
Trishul
Kaalia
Agneepath (1990)
Agneepath (2012)
Shahenshah
Mr. India
Khalnayak
Mohra
Karan Arjun
Border
Ghatak
Ghayal
Ghayal Once Again
Indian
Sarfarosh
Kaante
Khakee
Dhoom
Dhoom 2
Dhoom 3
Krrish
Krrish 3
Koi… Mil Gaya
Don (2006)
Race
Race 2
Race 3
Wanted
Dabangg
Dabangg 2
Dabangg 3
Ek Tha Tiger
Tiger Zinda Hai
Pathaan
Jawan
War
Bang Bang
Baaghi
Baaghi 2
Baaghi 3
Heropanti
Heropanti 2
Commando
Commando 2
Commando 3
Force
Force 2
Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty
Baby
Kesari
Sooryavanshi
Singham
Singham Returns
Simmba
Khuda Haafiz
Khuda Haafiz Chapter II
Airlift
Shershaah
Uri: The Surgical Strike
Lakshya
Krrish (series)
Ra.One
Kranti
Aakhri Raasta
Aryan
Josh
Fighter
Mission Kashmir
Shootout at Lokhandwala
Shootout at Wadala
Company
Satya
Kaabil
Zinda
Kaabil
Tango Charlie
Fiza
Raees
Ghajini
Rowdy Rathore
Boss
Khiladi 420
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
Sabse Bada Khiladi
Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
International Khiladi
Khiladi 786
Batla House
RAW: Romeo Akbar Walter
Madras Cafe
Batwara
Aakhri Rasta
Tezaab
Don: The Chase Begins Again
Veer
Asoka
Baahubali (Hindi Dubbed)
Baahubali 2 (Hindi Dubbed)
KGF Chapter 1 (Hindi Dubbed)
KGF Chapter 2 (Hindi Dubbed)
Pushpa (Hindi Dubbed)
Vikram Vedha (Hindi Remake)

Top Bollywood Thriller and Suspense Movies

Kahaani
Kahaani 2
Drishyam
Drishyam 2
Andhadhun
Talaash: The Answer Lies Within
Wazir
A Wednesday!
Ittefaq (1969)
Ittefaq (2017)
Gupt
Baazigar
Darr
Race
Race 2
Race 3
Badla
Te3n
Karthik Calling Karthik
Manorama Six Feet Under
NH10
Ek Hasina Thi
Darna Mana Hai
Phobia
Table No. 21
Raman Raghav 2.0
Ugly
Paanch
No Smoking
Black Friday
Madras Cafe
Talvar
Raat Akeli Hai
Haseen Dillruba
Forensic
Murder
Murder 2
Murder 3
Raaz
Raaz 2
Raaz 3
1920
1921
Horror Story
Pizza
Bhoot (2003)
Bhoot Returns
Pari
Bulbbul
Tumbbad
13B
Kucch To Hai
Krishna Cottage
Khamosh (1985)
Woh Kaun Thi?
Bees Saal Baad
Madhumati
Gumnaam
Anhonee
Khiladi
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
Sabse Bada Khiladi
International Khiladi
Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
Khiladi 420
Khiladi 786
Ajnabee
Humraaz
Deewangee
Jism
Jism 2
Aks
Kaun
Darna Zaroori Hai
Raat (1992)
Paheli (mystery element)
Dil Se (thriller-romance)
Satya
Company
Sarkar
Sarkar Raj
Raees
D-Day
Special 26
Baby
Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty
Gabbar Is Back
RAW: Romeo Akbar Walter
Batla House
BellBottom
Khuda Haafiz
Khuda Haafiz Chapter II
Shahid
Aligarh
Trapped
Section 375
Article 15
Talvar
Haider
Omkara
Maqbool
Gangs of Wasseypur
Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!
Lootera (romantic-thriller)
Badlapur
Ek Villain
Ek Villain Returns
Kaabil
Zinda
Woh Kaun Thi?
Jazbaa
Jism (franchise)
Chhal
Fanaa (romantic thriller)
Anjaam
Aitbaar
Raavan
Kurbaan
Aurangzeb
Ugly Aur Pagli
Run
Bluffmaster!

FAQs

What are some iconic Bollywood movies everyone should watch?

Classics include Sholay, Dangal, Mughal-e-Azam, Lagaan, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, and Andaz Apna Apna.

Are there must-watch Bollywood movies from the 2000s?

Yes! Films like 3 Idiots, Taare Zameen Par, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, and PK are popular choices.

Can I find both classics and modern hits in this list?

Absolutely! The list covers timeless classics, modern blockbusters, and cult favorites from all eras.

Are these movies suitable for family viewing?

Most are family-friendly, though some films may have mature themes. Check ratings for specific movies.

How do I pick Bollywood movies to watch from this huge list?

Start with your favorite genres—romance, drama, action, or comedy—and include both critically acclaimed and audience favorites.

Conclusion

Exploring 500 must watch Bollywood movies before you die is a cinematic journey through India’s rich film history. From epic classics like Sholay and Mughal-e-Azam to modern masterpieces like Dangal and 3 Idiots, this list blends drama, romance, action, and comedy for every taste. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to Bollywood, these films capture the essence, culture, and magic of Indian cinema. Watching them isn’t just entertainment—it’s experiencing a world full of emotion, creativity, and timeless storytelling.

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