A five-year-old Indian boy named Saroo gets lost and is adopted by an Australian couple. After 25 years, he becomes determined to find his lost family. With the help of Google Earth and his memories, he embarks on a search that leads him back to his hometown. Saroo is faced with the possibility of reuniting with his mother, sister, and brother.
Gandhi, a lawyer, leads the Indian revolts against British rule using nonviolent protest. He fights for the rights of Indians in South Africa and later returns to India to fight for independence. Despite setbacks, violence, and imprisonment, Gandhi's campaign gains international attention and eventually leads to India's independence. However, the country is divided into India and Pakistan, causing religious tensions and violence. Gandhi spends his last days trying to bring peace and is eventually assassinated.
Henry Sugar, a gambler and bachelor, steals a book that allows him to see through objects and predict the future. He uses his abilities to win money at a casino but realizes he doesn't want the wealth. Instead, he throws the money into the streets of London and decides to use his powers for good. He travels the world, winning money and establishing hospitals and orphanages. Eventually, he dies, leaving behind a legacy of charity. His story is chronicled by Roald Dahl.
City of Joy is a movie about an American surgeon who travels to Calcutta, India to volunteer at a medical clinic. He becomes friends with the locals and witnesses the poverty and corruption that plague the city. Despite the challenging circumstances, he finds hope and optimism in the midst of it all.
Based on a novel, Morituri follows the story of a disgraced officer forced to impersonate an SS officer and embark on a dangerous mission. He must join a German cargo ship, navigate sabotage attempts, and disarm Nazi saboteurs to ultimately complete the secret mission.
Aparajito follows the life of a young boy named Apu as he navigates the challenges of growing up in post-colonial India. From his idyllic childhood in the holy city of Varanasi to his pursuit of education in Calcutta, Apu experiences the loss of loved ones, poverty, disillusionment, and the search for his own identity. This black-and-white film captures the beauty and struggles of a changing society.
Mahanadhi follows the story of a widower who embarks on a desperate search for his missing daughter. Along the way, he encounters corruption, injustice, and the dark underbelly of Calcutta's red-light area. Filled with heart-wrenching moments and powerful emotions, this film explores the themes of family relationships, self-justice, and the lengths a father would go to for his child's safety.
The Namesake follows the journey of Gogol, a first-generation Indian-American, as he navigates his cultural identity, relationships, and the complexities of family bonds. Based on the novel by Jhumpa Lahiri, the movie explores themes of immigration, love, and the search for identity within the backdrop of New York City.
During the Crimean War, a British cavalryman leads a suicidal charge against Russian forces, facing betrayal and hardships along the way.
Apur Sansar tells the story of Apu, a young man in Calcutta who faces various challenges and experiences profound loss as he navigates through life, love, and the pursuit of his dreams.
Set in 1960s Calcutta, the film revolves around a woman who navigates through the challenges of urban life, including financial struggles, societal expectations, and family dynamics. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery and explores new opportunities.
Set in the backdrop of Calcutta during World War II, Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! follows the story of a brilliant Bengali detective who becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and mystery. As the Japanese forces plan to invade Calcutta, Byomkesh must uncover the truth behind a series of crimes, including the disappearance of his own father. With the help of his loyal friends and his keen intellect, Byomkesh delves deep into the dark underbelly of the city, navigating through gang wars, opium operations, and femme fatales. As he unravels the clues, Byomkesh must also confront his own personal demons and face the consequences of his decisions. Will he be able to outsmart the criminal mastermind behind it all and save the city from destruction?
The Cloud-Capped Star is an epic drama that revolves around a poverty-stricken family in Calcutta during the partition of Bengal. It tells the story of a young woman who faces numerous challenges and sacrifices herself for her family's survival. With themes of unrequited love, betrayal, and the struggles of refugees, this movie explores the despair and hardships of life in Calcutta.
The wealthy patriarch of a Mumbai family learns more than he wants to about his own origins after his refusal to accept his sons' chosen spouses drives them and his own wife away.
During World War II, a top-secret British intelligence operation, known as the Sea Wolves, recruits a group of retired British soldiers to carry out a dangerous mission in the Indian Ocean. As they battle against the German forces, sabotage and espionage become key elements in their fight for victory.
Mangal Pandey - The Rising is a biographical drama set in 19th-century India during the British Raj. It tells the story of Mangal Pandey, an Indian soldier in the British East India Company's army, who leads a rebellion against the British rule after witnessing the injustices and oppression faced by his fellow Indians. The film explores themes of colonialism, betrayal, and the fight for freedom.
A commercial pilot gets caught up in a dangerous game of deception and betrayal when he travels to Calcutta. He becomes entangled with a femme fatale, a smuggling ring, and a murder mystery.
The director explores the birth origins of actress Merle Oberon, traveling to Tasmania and India in search of the truth, but her quest ultimately results in probably more questions than it answers.
In Two Acres of Land, a farmer in Calcutta, India must overcome poverty, debt, and the threat of starvation to save his land. Along the way, he faces challenges including illiteracy, a tragic accident, and a court battle. With the support of his wife, he fights against all odds to keep his land.
Mother Teresa of Calcutta (2003) tells the inspiring story of a nun from Calcutta who dedicated her life to serving the poor. Through her work with the Missionaries of Charity, she provided aid, love, and compassion to the people in need, becoming a symbol of selflessness and devotion.