Devdas

Devdas is a wealthy young man who returns from London to his village in Bengal. He falls deeply in love with his childhood sweetheart, Paro, but his aristocratic family forbids their marriage. Heartbroken, Devdas descends into alcoholism and debauchery, pursued by the courtesan Chandramukhi, while Paro is married off to a much older man. Devdas's self-destructive path ultimately leads to tragedy as he tries to reconnect with Paro one last time.

Devdas was a monumental success, both critically and commercially. It was praised for its lavish production design, stunning visuals, powerful performances, and Bhansali's ambitious direction. While some critics found its length and melodrama excessive, the film was widely lauded as a grand cinematic spectacle and a modern retelling of a classic literary work. It became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of its time and received numerous accolades.

• Praised for its breathtaking visual opulence and grandeur.
• Celebrated for the strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.
• A visually stunning, albeit lengthy, tragic romance that captivates with its scale.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved Devdas, praising its grand scale, beautiful costumes and sets, and the emotional performances from the cast. Many found the tragic love story compelling and visually spectacular.

Devdas was India's official entry for the Oscars and was nominated for a record-breaking 11 Filmfare Awards, winning 10 including Best Actor (Shah Rukh Khan) and Best Actress (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan). It also won 5 National Film Awards and numerous other international accolades.

The film's grand set for Chandramukhi's kotha was reportedly one of the largest ever built for an Indian film, requiring over 200 workers and taking more than six months to construct.