Addiction in Indian Cinema: A Historical Perspective

Dilip Kumar's portrayal of Devdas, a character struggling with alcoholism, is considered one of the most iconic performances in Indian cinema.

In Waqt, Raaj Kumar played the role of a gambler who struggles with his addiction and its impact on his family.

Hare Rama Hare Krishna was one of the first Indian films to openly address the issue of drug addiction, particularly among the youth.

In Namak Haraam, Amitabh Bachchan played the role of a factory worker who turns to alcohol to cope with the harsh realities of his life.

In Coolie, Amitabh Bachchan played the role of a coolie who struggles with his gambling addiction and its impact on his family.

Phool Aur Kaante was one of the first Indian films to openly address the issue of drug addiction among the youth, particularly in the context of rave culture.

In Dil Chahta Hai, Aamir Khan played the role of a young man who struggles with alcoholism and its impact on his relationships.

In Yuva, Abhishek Bachchan played the role of a young man who struggles with his gambling addiction and its impact on his life.

My Name Is Khan was one of the first Indian films to openly address the issue of drug addiction in the context of terrorism.

In Rockstar, Ranbir Kapoor played the role of a rockstar who struggles with alcoholism and its impact on his career and relationships.

In Dilwale, Varun Dhawan played the role of a young man who struggles with his gambling addiction and its impact on his life.

Sanju was a biopic based on the life of actor Sanjay Dutt, who struggled with drug addiction in his early years.

In Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, Ayushmann Khurrana played the role of a young man who struggles with alcoholism and its impact on his relationship with his partner.

In KGF: Chapter 2, Sanjay Dutt played the role of a character who struggles with his gambling addiction and its impact on his life.