Movies are what they are because they tell us a story like no other medium can. The movie is the car, the actors its pilots, drivers, cyclists whatever you prefer to call them, and you, the viewer, are there for the ride. Movies tell you stories you identify with, putting yourself in their shoes as you relive the story on the screen. With our list of 5 Hollywood movies every student should watch coming soon, here's a list of 5 Indian movies every student must watch

1. Taare Zameen Par 

It can be argued that students in colleges might be a little older that the required demographic the movie is targeting, but the themes of following your dreams, independence, being comfortable with who you are instead of hiding it still relevant to students in colleges today, and will be relevant to students in the coming years. Taare Zameen Par is an incredibly important movie, one that taught the nation empathy. It is very special, and always a good watch, not to mention crucial for students no matter the age. 

2. Dil Chahta Hai  

One movie, three friends, one epic story. The power of Dil Chahta Hai is that no matter how many years pass the story and the message of this movie will remain eternal. The camaraderie shared by the friends, their misadventures, being there through the tough times and the best of times, fighting, reconciling and being important to each other, this movie is a gem. An important achievement in Hindi cinema, and I personally regard this as one of the milestones of Indian cinema. 

3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag 

Watch Farhaan Akhtar give one of his career best performances in a biopic about The Flying Sikh of India, Milkha Singh. The struggles of the famed track and field athlete overcoming his demons and going on to make India's name shine is sure to get any youngster's blood pumping with adrenaline. If this movie doesn't inspire you to run after your dreams now, I don't know what will.  

4. Rang De Basanti  

The cultural impact of this movie was insane. This is a movie that inspired an entire generation of young people to protest and call out injustices in society. Released on January 26, 2006, the movie follows the story of a group of young students who find themselves in a difficult position when their government fails them. 

The movie prompted youngsters across the nation to ask the uncomfortable question to the government, and it is considered one of the most important Indian movies from the last decade. This one is a not a happy watch today, as it can be disappointing how little has changed since then and now, but the spirit of revolution lives on. 

5. Wake Up Sid  

Perhaps the most important movie on this list, Wake Up Sid follows Ranbir Kapoor in his role as Sid whose only aim in life is to spend his dad's money and live without responsibilities. This movie doesn't shy away from asking the youth of today uncomfortable questions, where are we going in life? What is the meaning of life? Where is life going after this? Have you ever thought about your future? 

Wake Up Sid is a movie about choice and consequence. With Sid, who refuses to take responsibility, facing consequences for his lack of action, what will he do? It's a movie that teaches personal responsibility and taking control of your own life, and for students who are just graduating, this is one of the most important movies you can watch.