First Instances in Indian Cinema

Raja Harishchandra (1913) was the first movie of Indian cinema which was landmark event for the country. 

First Movie

Released in 1931, this was the first talkie of Indian cinema and marked the advent of sound cinema in the country.

Alam Ara

Made in 1937, this is was Indian cinema's first venture into colour filmmaking. 

Kisan Kanya

Made in 1935, this was the first movie to feature playback singing, a feature that remains even today.

Dhoop Chhaon

1964's Sangam starring Raj Kapoor, Vaijayanthimala and Rajendra Kumar became the first film from the country to be shot abroad.

Shooting Abroad

India's first 3D film, My Dear Kuttichatan, was released in 1984, marking another landmark for Indian cinema.

First 3D Film

Fatma Begum became the first woman director of Bollywood, becoming the first of many who would follow her.

First Woman Director