Baazi

Baazi (1951), directed by Guru Dutt, is a stylish crime thriller that marked a turning point in Indian cinema. Starring Dev Anand and Geeta Bali, the film follows a small-time gambler caught in a web of crime, love, and redemption. With its noir aesthetics, memorable music, and sharp storytelling, Baazi became a trendsetter for the genre in Bollywood.