Father’s Day 2024: From Taare Zameen Par to Dangal, 7 Bollywood Movies That Celebrate Fatherhood and Where You Can Watch Them Online
As Father's Day 2024 approaches, we have curated a list of 7 Bollywood movies that beautifully depict the special bond between a father and child. Create lasting memories with your loved ones by watching these heartfelt films on this special day.
Fathers play crucial roles in our lives but are often underappreciated for all the hard work and sacrifices they make for their families. Despite this, they remain the one special person you can always trust with everything, always providing unwavering support and being the guiding light whose love shows us the way in life. Father's Day 2024 is just around the corner. The special day is celebrated worldwide on the third Sunday of June, which falls on June 16. Over the years, Bollywood has introduced us to many doting dads and strict fathers. Father's Day 2024 Date, History, and Significance: Here's All You Need To Know About the Day Dedicated to Celebrating and Honouring Fathers.
While every father strives to provide his child with all the happiness in the world, we also need to celebrate this spirit of fatherhood. On this Father's Day, let us look at some of the Hindi films that showcase the special bond between a father and a child.
1. Dangal (2016)
Dangal is undoubtedly one of the best Bollywood movies, celebrating the spirit of father-daughter relationship. Starring Aamir Kha, Sakshi Tanwar, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sanya Malhotra, the movie is based on a true story about a father who ensures his daughters secure a gold medal in wrestling for India. You can watch Dangal on Prime Video.
2. Drishyam (2015)
This 2015 Ajay Devgn starrer showcases the extent to which parents can go to save their children from different threats. The plot revolves around a father who makes a web of lies to protect his wife and daughter. A remake of Mohanlal's iconic 2013 film of the same name, Drishyam, also stars Shriya Saran and Tabu in key roles. You can watch Drishyam on Netflix.
3. Piku (2015)
Soojit Sircar's Piku depicts the deep bond between a father (Amitabh Bachchan) and his daughter (Deepika Padukone). The film showcases how the daughter takes care of her ailing father and fulfils his wish to go on a road trip from Delhi to Kolkata. The film also stars Irrfan Khan in key roles. Piku is available on Prime Video.
4. Paa (2010)
R Balki's 2010 film Paa showcases the inspirational story of a 13-year-old boy named Auro (Amitabh Bachchan) with a rare genetic disorder that causes his body to age rapidly. Raised by his mother (Vidya Balan), the child always showcased his interest in meeting his father (Abhishek Bachchan), but his mother kept her past hidden from him. Later, when the father and son meet each other, their bond deepens, allowing Auro to spend time with both his parents before his death. Paa is currently not available online for streaming.
5. Thappad (2020)
Anubhav Sinha's 2020 movie Thappad stars Taapsee Pannu, Pavail Gulati, Naila Grewal, Maya, Kumud Mishra, and Ratna Pathak Shah. The film discusses domestic violence and beautifully explores the relationship between a father (Kumud Mishra) and his daughter (Taapsee Pannu). Thappad is available for streaming on Prime Video.
6. Angrezi Medium (2020)
This 2020 film, directed by Homi Adajania, follows the story of a father who does everything to fulfil his daughter's wish to pursue higher studies in London. The movie stars Irrfan Khan and Radhika Madan in lead roles. You can watch Angrezi Medium on Disney+ Hotstar.
7. Taare Zameen Par (2010)
One of the cult movies, Aamir Khan's Taare Zameen Par, revolves around the story of a dyslexic child whose parents fail to understand his poor academic results. Being sent to a boarding school later, the child comes across a teacher who understands his problems and helps him reach his true potential. The movie stars Aamir Khan, Darsheel Safary, Tisca Chopra and Vipin Sharma in lead roles. You can watch Taare Zameen Par on Netflix and YouTube. Maharaj: Makers of Aamir Khan’s Son Junaid Khan’s Debut Movie To Challenge Gujarat High Court’s Stay Order.
These were our special picks for the occasion. These Bollywood movies beautifully reflect the influential role fathers play in our lives. Here's wishing every strong father out there a very Happy Father's Day in advance.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 15, 2024 10:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).