Do Aankhen Barah Haath, directed by V. Shantaram, was a groundbreaking film that portrayed the struggles and triumphs of a visually impaired protagonist.

Sanjeev Kumar delivered a powerful performance as the visually impaired protagonist in Basu Chatterjee's 'Anubhav', showcasing the emotional depth and resilience of the character.

Sai Paranjpye's 'Sparsh' sensitively portrayed the relationship between a visually impaired man and a woman with cerebral palsy, challenging societal perceptions of disability.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Khamoshi: The Musical' broke new ground by presenting a protagonist with autism, played by Salman Khan, and highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with the condition.

Akshaye Khanna's portrayal of a hearing-impaired character in 'Dil Chahta Hai' brought depth and nuance to the role, challenging stereotypes and highlighting the complexities of the character's experiences.

Rituparno Ghosh's 'Antarmahal' delved into the life of a woman with a physical disability, examining the social stigma and prejudice she faces in her community.

Karan Johar's 'My Name Is Khan' featured Shah Rukh Khan as a man with Asperger's syndrome, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with the condition and their families.

Vidya Balan's portrayal of a pregnant woman searching for her missing husband while visually impaired in 'Kahaani' was a powerful and nuanced performance that challenged perceptions of disability.

Shoojit Sircar's 'Piku' addressed the issue of discrimination against individuals with disabilities in the workplace, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by a young architect with a speech impediment.

Miyu Irino voiced the protagonist, Shoya Ishida, in the Japanese animated film 'A Silent Voice', which explored the themes of bullying, redemption, and the challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments.

Advait Chandan's 'Secret Superstar' featured Zaira Wasim as a young girl with Down syndrome who dreams of becoming a singer, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of individuals with the condition.

Ayushmann Khurrana's portrayal of a visually impaired pianist in 'Andhadhun' was a critically acclaimed performance that challenged stereotypes and showcased the talent and resilience of individuals with disabilities.

Anubhav Sinha's 'Article 15' addressed the issue of caste-based discrimination and violence against individuals with disabilities, highlighting the intersectionality of social oppression.

Riz Ahmed's powerful performance as a heavy metal drummer who loses his hearing in 'Sound of Metal' brought attention to the challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments and the importance of representation in cinema.

Abhishek Kapoor's 'Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui' explored the theme of autism and societal perceptions of disability through the relationship between a bodybuilder and a Zumba instructor with autism.