The Golden Age of Bollywood (1940-1960) was the golden era of Indian cinema when films ruled the hearts of audiences not only in India but all over the world through social messages emotional touch and great music. These films gave recognition to Indian culture and stories on the global stage. From Raj Kapoor to Nargis and Dilip Kumar films of stars like these were widely watched abroad and participated in Cannes Film Festival to Oscars. Here is a list of 10 films that have become very popular abroad as well. Mother India (1957) This film by Mehboob Khan is the story of a mothers struggle. Nargis acting and social message made it popular in Russia the Middle East (UAE Saudi Arabia) and African countries (Nigeria Ghana). It was nominated for an Oscar. Mughal-e-Azam (1960) Dilip Kumar and Madhubalas pairing in this grand love story by K. Asif mesmerized audiences in the US UK and the Middle East (Kuwait Qatar). The song Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya was a global hit. Awara (1951) This Raj Kapoor film depicts the social struggle of a young man. It was extremely popular in the Soviet Union Turkey and China. The song Awara Hoon was translated into many languages. Shree 420 (1955) This Raj Kapoor film depicts the story of the battle between morality and corruption. It was well received in Eastern European countries like Soviet Union Romania and Poland. Do Bigha Zameen (1953) This realistic film by Bimal Roy depicts the struggle of a farmer. It won awards and praise in France (Cannes Film Festival) Italy and Germany. Pyaasa (1957) This Guru Dutt film is an emotional story of a poet. Its songs and story were highly appreciated in France UK and Japan and hailed as greatest of all time. Pyaasa captures Guru Dutts intimate journey as a striving artist in Bombay showcasing his frustrations with societys apathy towards authentic art alongside his pursuit of love and acknowledgment. Although the film isnt a straightforward biopic it is deeply influenced by Dutts experiences especially his initial hardships and his fathers unrealized creative dreams. Kaagaz Ke Phool (1959) This tragic story by Guru Dutt showcased the ups and downs of the cinema industry. It was considered a classic in cinematic circles in France the US and Canada. The movie portrays the bond between Suresh and the actress Shanti portrayed by Waheeda Rehman which is interpreted as a mirror of Dutts rumored romance with Rehman introducing an additional dimension of autobiographical analysis. Neel Kamal (1947) Raj Kapoor and Madhubalas chemistry in this Kidar Sharma film attracted audiences in the Soviet Union and Egypt. Its music also became popular for featuring iconic songs like “Bhul Jaate Hai Bhul Jaaya Karein” and “Sochta Hai Kya.” Barsaat (1949 This romantic film by Raj Kapoor popularised Indian love stories in the Soviet Union Türkiye and Iran. The song Barsaat Mein Humse Mile Tum became global hit in many other countries as well. Anari (1959) The simplicity of Raj Kapoor and Nutan in this Hrishikesh Mukherjee film won the hearts of audiences in the UK Australia and Singapore which was based on the tale of Rajkumar a compassionate and truthful yet jobless artist as he maneuvers through a world driven by materialism. This film delves into themes of integrity benevolence and the battle for ethical principles which is now hailed as cult classic in the history of Indian Cinema.