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Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar: 7 Iconic movies that shaped 'Angry Young Man' genre

Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar weren't just writers, they were the creators of a whole new era in Indian cinema. With hits like 'Sholay' and 'Deewar', they ditched the same old formulas to come up with the "Angry Young Man", giving audiences a new cinema viewing experience forever. Here are the seven cult classics that paved a path to this genre that is still relevant today.
Last Updated : 19 February 2026, 14:15 IST
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Zanjeer (1973)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit:&nbsp;Prakash Mehra Productions</p></div>

Credit: Prakash Mehra Productions

Deewar (1975)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit: Trimurti Films</p></div>

Credit: Trimurti Films

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Sholay (1975)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit:&nbsp;Sippy Films</p></div>

Credit: Sippy Films

Trishul (1978)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit:&nbsp;Trimurti Films</p></div>

Credit: Trimurti Films

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Don (1978)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit:&nbsp;Nariman Films</p></div>

Credit: Nariman Films

Kaala Patthar (1979)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit: Yash Raj Films</p></div>

Credit: Yash Raj Films

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Shakti (1982)

<div class="paragraphs"><p>Credit:&nbsp;MR Productions</p></div>

Credit: MR Productions

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Published 19 February 2026, 14:15 IST

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