India is known for being the most prolific film industry, producing upwards of 1,000 new films every year. This staggering figure is attributed to various regional production centers within the country, but ask most persons around the world and they'll tell you that Bollywood represents Indian cinema. This Bombay-based industry has grown from strength to strength over the years and now, it offers a platform for diverse range of voices. From small arthouse films to big blockbusters, comedy to drama, and everything in between, there's something to suit every taste.
Indeed, it's impossible to run out of good Bollywood films to watch, which can be both a daunting and exciting prospect (especially for newbies). To get you started however, I highly recommend this sampler of 10 Must-See Bollywood Films:
3 Idiots(directed by Rajkumar Hirani)
Chak De! India(directed by Shimit Amin)
Dhoom 2(directed by Sanjay Gadhvi)
Dostana (directed by Tarun Mansukhani)
The Elements Trilogy - Fire, Earth & Water(directed by Deepa Mehta)
Luck by Chance(directed by Zoya Akhtar)
Mother India(directed by Mehboob Khan)
Rang De Basanti(directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra)
Salaam Bombay!(directed by Mira Nair)
Taare Zameen Par(directed by Aamir Khan)