The Angry Young Men: Top 9 Films Where Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra Challenged the System

Sholay (1975) • In this cult classic, the duo as Jai and Veeru take on the menacing Gabbar Singh, fighting against the lawlessness in the village of Ramgarh.

Deewaar (1975) • Amitabh’s iconic role as Vijay, a man on the wrong side of the law, battles both inner demons and external enemies, challenging the system’s inadequacies.

Satyakam (1969) • Dharmendra’s portrayal of Satyapriya Acharya stands firm on his principles, challenging societal corruption and moral degradation.

Zanjeer (1973) • Amitabh Bachchan, as Inspector Vijay Khanna, challenges the mafia system, breaking the chains (Zanjeer) of corruption and vengeance.

Ghatak (1996) • Dharmendra plays a fierce character standing against the evils of the society, taking the fight to the corrupt with unwavering determination.

Aakhree Raasta (1986) • Amitabh, in a double role, seeks revenge on the people who wronged him and his family, challenging the system’s failure to deliver justice.

Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973) • Dharmendra, alongside his brothers, seeks vengeance against the man who destroyed their family, symbolizing the fight against crime.

Trishul (1978) • Amitabh’s character, Vijay, takes on the world of business corruption, challenging his own father in his quest for justice and revenge.

Naya Daur (1957) • Dharmendra, though in a smaller role, is part of a community that challenges the introduction of machinery, symbolizing man’s fight against rapid industrialization.