10. Mardaani 2
Rani Mukerji’s cop drama takes up the last slot. Interesting, but not as impressive as its prequel, Mardaani 2 is a relevant for-the-times drama featuring a fearless policewoman in pursuit of a cold-blooded killer.
9. Super 30
Hrithik essays an unlikely role for him – an earthy, earnest, brave, Bihari teacher determined to provide an education and opportunities for children mired in poverty, even at great cost to himself. Based on real-life, this film is well-made and aimed at your heart-strings.
8. Chhichhore
Sushant Singh Rajput and Shradhha Kapoor star in this crowd-pleaser of a film. Humor-laden and infused with nostalgia Chhichhore has a large cast which it uses to great effect to deliver an important message.
7. The Sky Is Pink
Priyanka Chopra Jonas returns to the screen after a long while along with co-star Fahan Akhtar as parents of the feisty Aisha, a child born with a rare and fatal disease. Director Shonali Bose helms this beautiful film which is based on a true story.
Bhumi Pednekar and Taapsee Pannu star as Parkashi and Chandro Tomar, champion shooters, who find their voice and their courage to empower their daughters and grand-daughters. This lovely, feel-good film is a triumph for the real-life Tomar women.
5. Sonchiriya
This intense, gripping film about a band of dacoits, and the struggle to do the right thing amidst corruption and evil stars Sushant Singh Rajput, Manoj Bajpayee, Ranveer Shourie, Bhumi Pednekar and Ashutosh Rana.
4. Uri
Vicky Kaushal delivers the goods in this energetic, josh-filled war film about a surgical strike by army commandoes. Uri is spare and strong, slick and gritty, and an engrossing watch.
3. Bala
Ayushmann Khurana is Balamukund Shukla who is slowly losing his hair and hating it. Unable to face reality, superficial Bala resorts to various ghar-ke-nuskhe and wigs, but the truth has a way of revealing itself, much to Bala’s embarrassment.
2. Article 15
This unassuming film about a young, honest cop and his struggle to persevere against all odds bring Article 15 in at #2. Ayushmann Khurana is fabulous as Ayan Ranjan, a modern, well-educated police officer struggling to remove the stranglehold of caste, creed and related violence in his community.
1. Gully Boy
Zoya Akhtar directs this coming-of-age tale about young slum-dweller Murad who channels his frustration and angst into poetry and rap. Ranveeer Singh and Alia Bhatt deliver strong performances to make Gully Boy the best Hindi film of 2019.
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