Having siblings is a blessing in disguise- from childhood to our adulthood- siblings make the best of friends and enemies (at times!!). Just kidding. But the bond we have with our siblings leaps every boundary, so it’s that time of the year when we nurture the bond of togetherness with our siblings- It’s Raksha Bandhan. So, what’s better than watching the all time favourite movies on this fantabulous occasion.
Here’s a list of movies that you can binge watch with your siblings:
Dil Dhadakne Do
Celebrate this Raksha Bandhan by watching the compelling Zoya Akhtar movie with your siblings. This film beautifully portrays the unbreakable bond between siblings Ayesha (Priyanka Chopra) and Kabir (Ranveer Singh), who navigate the complexities of a wealthy yet turbulent Indian family together. They become each other’s pillars of support, facing everything from a turbulent parental relationship to social pressures. The movie authentically captures the true essence of a sibling relationship, making it a perfect choice for the occasion. You can enjoy this film on Netflix and Amazon Prime.
Sarabjit
The film portrays the true story of Sarabjit Singh, who languished in a jail in Pakistan after being accused by the country of orchestrating a series of bomb blasts in the Punjab province of Pakistan in 1990. The narrative primarily focuses on Sarabjit’s sister, Dalbir Kaur, played by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The film underscores her unwavering dedication to securing her brother’s release from Pakistan, as the family maintained that Sarabjit was a victim of mistaken identity who had inadvertently crossed the border. Despite her tireless endeavours spanning 23 years, Sarabjit died in a Pakistani prison in 2013 before his release after being reportedly attacked by his fellow inmates.
Raksha Bandhan
The 2022 film “Raksha Bandhan,” starring Akshay Kumar, centres around an elder brother, played by the actor, who is unwaveringly dedicated to fulfilling his commitment of arranging the marriages for his four sisters.
The movie showcases Bhumi Pednekar as Kumar’s on-screen romantic partner, while Sadia Khateeb, Sahejmeen Kaur, Deepika Khanna, and Smrithi Srikanth play his sisters. The film can be enjoyed on the Zee5 platform. Add this movie to your watchlist, infusing comedy and drama into your day.
Hum Saath SaathHain
Undoubtedly, you must have come across this quintessential Bollywood feel-good movie on television multiple times, but Raksha Bandhan presents the ideal occasion to revisit it alongside your sibling.
In this enduring classic, numerous sibling relationships are interwoven within a single storyline, with a central theme of each sibling’s readiness to make sacrifices for one another. The narrative revolves around Ramkishan and Mamta, who are parents to three sons—Vivek, Prem, and Vinod—and a daughter named Sangeeta. However, their tightly-knit bond faces a trial due to a miscommunication. This creation of Sooraj R. Barjatya has garnered several awards and features Mohnish Behl, Salman Khan, and Saif Ali Khan in prominent roles.
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
This highly praised film is an excellent selection for Raksha Bandhan. It portrays the inspiring journey of legendary Indian athlete Milkha Singh. While its primary focus is on the life of Milkha Singh- played by Farhan Akhtar, the film also highlights his affectionate bond with his sister. When two incredibly proficient actors unite on the screen, they possess the ability to craft magic. The immensely skilled pair of Farhan and Divya Dutta effortlessly bring back to life the timeless bond between the sports icon and his sister. The film provides a poignant insight into their relationship, stirring profound sentiments among the viewers. The sequences portraying their touching interactions left many moved, particularly the scene where Milkha gifts a set of gold earrings to his beloved sister.