- 3 Idiots: This comedy-drama directed by Rajkumar Hirani was a critical and commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The story follows the lives of three friends who meet at college and overcome various challenges together.
- Dev.D: This romantic drama directed by Anurag Kashyap was a modern adaptation of the classic Bengali novel Devdas. The film starred Abhay Deol, Mahie Gill, and Kalki Koechlin and was praised for its unconventional narrative and performances.
- Jab We Met: This romantic comedy-drama directed by Imtiaz Ali was another critical and commercial success. The film starred Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor and tells the story of a chance meeting between two people on a train journey that changes their lives.
- My Name Is Khan: This drama-romance directed by Karan Johar starred Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. The film follows the journey of a Muslim man with Asperger's syndrome who travels to the United States after 9/11 and faces prejudice and discrimination.
- Paa: This comedy-drama directed by R. Balki starred Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Vidya Balan. The film tells the story of a 12-year-old boy with progeria, a genetic disorder that causes rapid aging, and his relationship with his father, a politician.