From its inception, the Hindi Film industry has mostly been recognized for its glitz and glamour, quirky dance numbers, over the top fight scenes and superstars ruling the box office. In an era where the success of the film is decided by its box office collections, small films which do not feature a superstar or do not have a big production house to back it up often go unnoticed and unappreciated.

Here is a list of such content backed excellent pieces of art which went unnoticed because of their lack of commercial elements. If you are a sucker for good content, you are in for a treat.

1) Tumbbad

A cinematic beauty, Tumbbad (2018) is a horror fantasy directed by Rahi Anil Barve and Adesh Prasad. Starring Sohum Shah, the story of Tumbbad revolves around a young boy whose encounter with an old lady who knows of a buried treasure sets him on a path of greed. Tumbbad is the perfect example of a film which creates surreal illusions. Shot by the incredible Pankaj Kumar, this film is a visual brilliance which seeks to surprise and not scare. Tumbbad is a brave attempt at filmmaking, which is definitely worth the watch.

2) Sui Dhaaga: Made In India

Starring Anushka Sharma and Varun Dhawan in lead roles, Sui Dhaaga (2018,) is a story about pride and self reliance. This Sharath Katariya directorial revolves around a man and his wife who decide to start their own garment business after being treated badly by society. Sui Dhaaga is a neatly stitched narrative which uplifts the spirit of entrepreneurship. Earnest performances by the leads adds to the movie and make it a worthwhile watch.

3) October

The Shoojit Sircar directorial October (2018) is a sweet and sad saga of love. Starring Varun Dhawan, Banita Sandhu and Gitanjali Rao, the story revolves around a group of interns whose lives are changed forever after an unexpected incident. This film will take you on an emotional rollercoaster and has the power to change the way you look at love and life. Sircar’s craftsmanship breathes life into every frame. Though the story remains slow paced for the most part, Varun Dhawan’s fantastic acting keeps your eyes glued to the screen.

4) Dil Dhadakne Do

Directed by Zoya Akhtar, Dil Dhadakne Do (2016) is a well written story about a rich dysfunctional family and their day to day problems. The conflicts in this film are totally relatable and you will find yourself rooting for every character in the film. This film boasts of an amazing ensemble, including Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar. However, Anil Kapoor’s performance is the highlight of Dil Dhadakne Do. This film is definitely worth a watch.   

5) Pihu

Based on a true incident, Pihu (2018) is a thriller directed by Vinod Kapri. This film captures the trails of a two year old who gets trapped in her house, with no way to escape. This film is a subtle comment about how people in a city don’t really care about those beyond their kith and kin. This baby’s day inside will have you holding your breath. Pihu is an excellent mix of fear, tension, sympathy and distress. The key factor in the film is the stellar performance by the toddler Myra Vishwakarma. If you have an appetite for thrillers, this one is for you.

All these films, though rich in content, failed to perform well at the box office because of their lack in commercial elements. However, in recent times, we have witnessed a change in the audience’s attitude towards films. The audience are slowly learning to appreciate good content over mere glitz and glamour.

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