First Indian Feature Film - Raja Harishchandra
Dadasaheb Phalke directed and produced "Raja Harishchandra," the first full-length Indian feature film, marking the birth of Bollywood.
1913
1931
First Indian Sound Film - Alam Ara
"Alam Ara," directed by Ardeshir Irani, was the first Indian film with synchronized sound, revolutionizing Bollywood and setting a new standard for Indian cinema.
1949
Formation of the Film Federation of India
The Film Federation of India was established to represent the collective interests of the Indian film industry, including Bollywood.
1957
Mother India - First Indian Film Nominated for an Oscar
Mehboob Khan's "Mother India" became the first Bollywood film to be nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards.
1960
"Mughal-e-Azam," directed by K. Asif, was released and became one of the most iconic films in Bollywood history, known for its grandeur and epic storytelling.
1975
Sholay - The Blockbuster Era Begins
Ramesh Sippy's "Sholay" was released, becoming one of the biggest blockbusters in Bollywood history and setting new benchmarks for commercial success.
1989
Maine Pyar Kiya - The Rise of Romantic Films
Sooraj R. Barjatya's "Maine Pyar Kiya" marked the beginning of a new era of romantic films in Bollywood, introducing Salman Khan as a major star.
1995
Aditya Chopra's "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" was released and became one of the longest-running films in Bollywood history, solidifying Shah Rukh Khan's status as a superstar.
2001
Lagaan - Nominated for an Oscar
Ashutosh Gowariker's "Lagaan" was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards, highlighting Bollywood's growing international presence.
2008
Slumdog Millionaire - Global Recognition
Danny Boyle's "Slumdog Millionaire," featuring Bollywood actors, won eight Academy Awards, bringing global recognition to Bollywood talent.
2013
100 Years of Indian Cinema
Bollywood celebrated 100 years of Indian cinema, marking a century of storytelling, music, and cultural impact.
2016
Dangal - A Record-Breaking Success
Nitesh Tiwari's "Dangal," starring Aamir Khan, became one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of all time, both domestically and internationally.
2018
Padmaavat - A Cinematic Spectacle
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Padmaavat" was released, known for its visual grandeur and becoming a major commercial success in Bollywood.
2020
Impact of COVID-19 on Bollywood
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected Bollywood, with film productions halted and theaters closed, leading to a surge in digital streaming platforms.
2023
Pathaan - A New Era of Action Films
Siddharth Anand's "Pathaan," starring Shah Rukh Khan, was released and became a massive hit, marking a new era of action films in Bollywood.
