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Definition of Bollywood, scope limits, historical framing.

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Umrao Jaan (1981) for its cinematic beauty and timeless music. Action & Drama: Deewaar (1975), Don (1978). 3. The Romantic & Musical Wave (1990s–2000s)

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Awaara (1951), Pyaasa (1957), Mother India (1957), Mughal-e-Azam (1960). 2. The "Angry Young Man" & Action Era (1970s–1980s)

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Lagaan (2001), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), 3 Idiots (2009).