Seven Landmark Moments in Indian Cinema

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Raja Harishchandra (1913) – First full-length feature film in India

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This silent film, directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, is a mythological drama based on the life of King Harishchandra, known for his truthfulness.

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Alam Ara (1931) – First Indian talkie

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The arrival of sound revolutionized Indian cinema. Alam Ara, a historical romance featuring songs, was a massive hit and ushered in the "talkie era".

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Kisan Kanya (1937) – First color film of India

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This mythological fantasy film holds the distinction of being India's first indigenously produced color film.

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Dhoop Chhaon (1935) – First playback singing in Indian cinema

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Prior to Dhoop Chhaon, actors sang their own songs in films.

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1942: A Love Story (1994) – First Dolby sound film

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This epic romance starring Manisha Koirala and Anil Kapoor was the first Indian film to use Dolby sound technology, resulting in a richer and more immersive audio experience.

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Sangam (1964) – First Indian film shot entirely abroad

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This romantic drama starring Vyjayanthimala, Raj Kapoor and Kapoor's younger brother Shashi Kapoor was filmed in Switzerland.

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Awaara (1951) – First dream sequence in Indian cinema

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This crime drama starring Nargis and Raj Kapoor featured a dream sequence that was a novelty for Indian audiences at the time.

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