Dhoom (2004): Abhishek Bachchan as a determined cop chasing a gang of stylish thieves led by John Abraham. Box office success and popular franchise.
Dhoom 2 (2006): Abhishek reprises his role as Jai Dixit, now chasing the elusive thief Hrithik Roshan. Commercially successful and action-packed.
Guru (2007): Abhishek portrays the ambitious businessman Gurukant Desai. Critically acclaimed performance and a commercial hit; directed by Mani Ratnam.
Bunty Aur Babli (2005): Abhishek teams up with Rani Mukerji as a con artist duo. Fun-filled comedy and commercial success.
Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006): Abhishek in a complex love story directed by Karan Johar. Commercial success with a star-studded cast.
Sarkar (2005): Abhishek plays Amitabh Bachchan's son, involved in political drama. Critical acclaim, directed by Ram Gopal Varma.
Bluffmaster! (2005): Abhishek as a con artist with Riteish Deshmukh. Entertaining crime-comedy and a commercial success.
Yuva (2004): Abhishek in an ensemble cast, portraying the journey of six individuals. Directed by Mani Ratnam, critically acclaimed.