India, May 14 -- There is something like a rhythm that we associate automatically with Bollywood movies. Dramatic pauses before delivery of a punch line. The musical cues which give away the emotional state of mind even before the actors do. The macho heroes seemingly engineered in labs designed specifically for the purpose of manufacturing charisma and slow walk sequences. Despite all attempts at breaking the moulds, certain elements remain constant. And now and then comes a movie that breaks the moulds. Here are the Indian movies that feel nothing like Bollywood.

We love Bollywood because of its chaotic pace, storytelling, and song-and-dance routines. But sometimes, it gets a little too much. Films like these offer a little relief. Con...