The Dhak Dhak Girl of Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit has charmed her millions fans all around with her vintage flare and elegance. With her mesmerizing smile, amazing dancing skills and soulful acting, she has delivered countless Bollywood blockbusters that will forever remain in the pages of history. Here are 30 most classic blockbuster hits of Madhuri Dixit that had a pretty strong influence on the audience then and till now.
1Tezaab (1988)
Tezaab, directed by N. Chandra, is the film that gave Madhuri Dixit a break in showbiz. This time she had a pivotal role as Mohini, the young woman who winds up losing her father to a gambling addiction. One of the most notable things about the film is a song, “Ek Do Teen,” which was an absolute sensation and turned Madhuri into Bollywood’s very own dancing queen. It did notable wonders for her career, being one of the highest-grossing films that year.
2Dil (1990)
Madhuri featured in Dil with Aamir Khan, a romantic drama about love conquering the family opposed. The film was huge success and went on to become the highest grossing Bollywood film of 1990. Itt included hits like Mujhe Neend Na Aaye and allowed Madhuri to show off her flair for both comedic timing and emotional performances.
3Saajan (1991)
One of the time-honoured love triangles, Saajan was a commercial hit starring Madhuri, Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt. The romantic songs of the film including Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Pagal Hai, became hugely successful. Her sensitive and captivating portrayal of the character Pooja, a poet torn between two lovers turned heads then.
4Beta (1992)
Beta: Madhuri received the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her performance as Saraswati in Beta. Starring Anil Kapoor, the film is about the relationship between a newly wed couple and their scheming stepmother. Performance-wise she grabs your attention with her dialogues and the song Dhak Dhak Karne Laga just makes it even better.
5Khalnayak (1993)
In this crime thriller, Madhuri played the role of Ganga, an undercover cop who goes on a mission to expose mafia kidnappers. We have the film known for: Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai, in addition to carrying out exploration of themes of love, redemption and justice. It went on to become one of the highest grossing films of 1993.
6Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994)
The Sooraj Barjatya directorial changed the course of family dramas and wedding celebrations in films once again, as it went on to become a record-breaking box-office success. With the superhit pair of Madhuri and Salman Khan and chartbusting songs like Didi Tera Devar Deewana, this one is a true Bollywood classic,
7Anjaam (1994)
In the role of Shivani, who is wronged by a man and ultimately becomes his obsession, Madhuri gave a typically strong performance, opposite Shah Rukh Khan. She was commended for embodying a victim-turned-victor, proving her prowess as an actress in heavier roles here.
8Raja (1995)
This was followed by Raja (with Sanjay Kapoor), a romantic drama with plenty of twists and misread signals all round. Its songs “Akhiyaan Milaoon Kabhi,” in particular, became chart-toppers and Madhuri’s comic as well as dramatic acting received praise.
9Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)
Madhuri played a dancer named Pooja, who is entangled in a love triangle with Shah Rukh Khan and Karisma Kapoor in this musical romantic drama by Yash Chopra. Madhuri received many awards for her graceful dancing and emotional depth as well in this film.
10Mrityudand (1997)
Written and directed by Prakash Jha, this socially relevant film tackled subjects such as patriarchy and social injustice. Madhuri portrayed the tenacious Ketki, who takes a stand against draconian village traditions and received rave reviews for her performance.
11Pukar (2000)
As Anjali, a girl in love but torn between her passions and duty, Madhuri played the role immortalized by Karisma Kapoor in Pukar. Her dancing prowess was on full display in this choreography-heavy dance number “Kay Sera Sera” opposite Prabhudeva.
12Devdas (2002)
Madhuri looked fabulous in an extravagant setting playing Chandramukhi in Sanjay Leela Bhansali Devdas. This awards season, the remembered empathetic courtesan adds yet another feather in her cap for the same. It was a film with grandiose sets, costumes, and an emotional spectrum as wide as the Gods themselves.
13Lajja (2001)
Madhuri took on a film that gave an ensemble cast of female protagonists a woman-centric story by Rajkumar Santoshi — about women breaking barriers of tradition, where she played the role of stage actress Janki. Cicely Tyson shines bright in a heavy movie about social issues that matter.
14Aaja Nachle (2007)
Madhuri made a return to acting after a gap of few years in this film, where she played the role of Dia, a dance teacher coming back to her town for saving a dance school from getting demolished. Answer: The film was a dance tribute, and praised Madhuri for her full of life performance, especially in the title song.
15Dedh Ishqiya (2014)
In this black comedy, Madhuri played the character of a widow, Begum Para, who has a dubious past. Alongside Naseeruddin Shah and Arshad Warsi, her nuanced performance earned her widespread acclaim.
16Gulaab Gang (2014)
Madhuri took on the role of Rajjo, a fierce leader fighting against corruption and injustice as she was inspired by real-life women vigilantes. The battle between her and Juhi Chawla’s character was exciting in the film.
17Bucket List (2018)
Madhuri then ventured into Marathi films with bucket list in which she portrayed a housewife on the cusp of self-discovery after completing her organ donor’s bucket list. It’s a feel-good and relatable, with such an important message about living life to the fullest all from a daughter/father’s perspective.
18Ram Lakhan (1989)
Madhuri had a supporting role in the classic Ram Lakhan, directed by Subhash Ghai. The movie also did well in terms of box office numbers and is still remembered for the music and the ensemble cast.
19Prem Granth (1996)
This intense romantic drama focusing on sensitive social themes starring Madhuri opposite Rishi Kapoor, It was praised for being a heartbreaking performance.
20Tridev (1989)
Madhuri had a special appearance in this multi-starrer action film. Her early career accomplishments included how successful the film was.
21Yaarana (1995)
Yaarana, featuring Rishi Kapoor opposite Madhuri, proved to be a commercial hit thanks to her dance sequences and acting chops in the high dramatic offering.
22Dil Tera Aashiq (1993)
The film was a romantic comedy with Salman Khan and Madhuri played double roles in it. The film was liked for it’s comic plot and for her acting.
23Dayavan (1988)
Madhuri had a special appearance but an important role in this Vinod Khanna starrer crime drama.
24Arzoo (1999)
Showcasing her charm in this romantic drama opposite Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, it was a film about love and sacrifice for the girl you love for sure.
25Prem Pratigyaa (1989)
Madhuri’s first film, she appeared to good effect with Mithun Chakraborty.
26Jeevan Ek Sanghursh (1990)
Jeevan Ek Sanghursh which also starred Anil Kapoor was helmed by Rahul Rawail. The topics that this film dealt with was a family honor and the pressure of society. Although not a big commercial success like her other movies, the movie received praise for Madhuri’s emotional performance.
27Maha-Sangram (1990)
Madhuri was cast opposite Govinda in this action-drama film, which was directed by Mukul S. Anand. Mumbai’s underbelly providing an ashen backdrop against which Madhuri was able to be both dramatic and smouldering at the same time. It was a more ensemble film, but her character gave the story some emotional weight that it definitely needed.
28Mujrim (1989)
Mujrim is a high-octane drama helmed by Umesh Mehra which starred the likes of Mithun Chakraborty and Madhuri Dixit. The film was about crime, punishment and redemption. Where Madhuri’s role was small, but big in acting scale as it would add raw emotion to the plot.
29Koyla (1997)
Madhuri as Gauri opposite Shah Rukh Khan (Rakesh Roshan) in this action-drama film. It was an action packed film with high level of thrill and lustful action scenes. The film witnessed an intense performance by Madhuri, as a mute woman out to take revenge against the atrocities done to her — one of the best from her.
30Wajood (1998)
Madhuri starred as Apoorva opposite to Nana Patekar in Wajood, directed by N. Chandra. It demonstrated her versatility, it was darker and heavier material. Though the film did not fare very well commercially, Madhuri received rave reviews for her spectacularly nuanced and layered performance.
