This article is a tribute to the great romantic films of Bollywood. There are so many romantic Hindi movies to choose from, here are the top 10 films. I hope you love them as much as I do. Did you know that the first ever Indian film with sound, Alam Ara, was a love story? The history of romantic stories in Indian cinema can be traced back as far as Indian cinema itself. The first ever sound film had to be a love story, because love reaches a large audience. Romantic movies are a classic part of Bollywood and Hindi films from all over!

I have always been a fan of all things Bollywood. In a typical romantic movie, there is a touch of everything, from love at first sight to the rona-dhonas to the fight sequence for saving the heroine and, lastly, the happy ending. In the history of romantic Hindi cinema, there are many such films that have experimented with different kinds of stories. But we can always return to the romantic side of Bollywood!

1| Pyaasa (1957)

This is a romantic movie masterpiece. You will definitely cry after watching this movie. The script is finely balanced with excellent and soul-stirring performances by Guru Dutt and Waheeda Rehman. Speaking of songs, let me remind you that one of the funniest, Sar Jo Tera Chakraye, belongs to one of the most emotional films. To me, Pyaasa is the finest of all the movies in this list with a breathtaking script, great dialogues, and a mind-blowing climax.

2| Madhumati (1958)

One of the must-watch old movies. Though the movie is black and white the cinematic appeal and the script will keep you guessing.

3| Mughal-E-Azam (1960)

Old is gold. Don't take this statement as a cliche. I mean, who doesn't know about Mughal-E-Azam, a romantic Hindi film which saw great success at the box office when it was released for the first time and again when it was re-released in 2004 as a color version. Great movie with some of the most romantic songs.

4| Kashmir Ki Kali (1964)

I love this because of Shammi Kapoor. My favorite actress, Sharmila Tagore, is also part of this movie. Sharmila definitely looks like a Kashmir ki kali in this! It's the story of a rich guy loving a poor girl; with beautiful locations and songs. One such song with a beautiful location is lined up for you below. Watch the kali in action!

5| Koshish (1972)

Watch this if you want to experience a truly different kind of love story. Two deaf and mute fall in love in this sad romantic film classic. To me, none other than Sanjeev Kumar and Jaya Bhauduri could've done justice to this. Both are kind of method actors.

6| Silsila (1981)

Keep the tissue box near you before you start this movie; you'll need a lot of them. I mean, what a great movie. Truly it can make you cry. The dialogues are recited even now in many movies and TV serials. Yes, I am talking about Main aur meri Tanhayee, though many times with a funny intent.

7| Love Story (1981)

Blockbuster songs with blockbuster movie. Kumar Gaurav became an overnight star. Vijayta Pandit heartthrob of many. I particularly like all the songs and they are a regular feature of many radio shows.

8| Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981)

Now if a movie like Silsila makes you cry then this will fill buckets with your tears. Like many of us, I have also heard that after watching this movie many lovers sacrificed their lives just like Vasu and Sapna. I remember hearing it from the anchor of news channel NDTV that many died after watching this film. Other than that I don't have any other news-link to prove it. But that may very well be true.

9| Arth (1982)

Recipient of numerous awards. The story tries to justify extra-marital affair and the old saying "All is fair in love and war".

10| Prem Rog (1982)

The best romantic movie of Rishi Kapoor. Leading lady Padmini Kohlapure does full justice to her role. To me, she is some of the few actresses who got meaningful roles in their career.