On Raksha Bandhan, check out these movies that depict the relationship of brothers and sisters in all their glory
The bond that we share with our siblings is always special. They argue with you, irritate you and annoy you, but despite all this they love and protect you. Such bonds have been showcased in various Bollywood films over the years. On Raksha Bandhan, here’s a look at some of them.
Dil Dhadakne Do
The performance of Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra Jonas as siblings in Dil Dhadakne Do touched many people, particularly modern-day siblings. The two were portrayed as one another’s support system in the film. Priyanka played the suave and accomplished businesswoman, Ayesha Mehra, whereas Ranveer played Kabir, who aspired to fly instead of run his father’s business. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar the film also starred Anil Kapoor and Shefali Shah in the lead roles.
Raksha Bandhan
Starring Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar in the lead roles, the film was helmed by Aanand L Rai. The film beautifully depicted the love of a brother for all his four sisters, his relentless efforts to ensure his sisters settled down in marriage before marrying Sapna, his childhood love.
Josh
The film stars Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as twins. Director Mansoor Khan attempted to depict the siblings’ relationship in a positive manner, from going on bike rides together to playing pranks on each other. Chandrachur Singh, Sharat Saxena and Priya Gill also appeared in this 2000 film.
Hum Saath Saath Hain
Hum Saath Saath Hai by Sooraj Barjatiya is one of the most family-friendly films. It was about four siblings — Salman Khan, Mohnish Bahl, Saif Ali Khan and Neelam Kothari — who will go to any extent to make each other happy.
Sarbjit
Starring Randeep Hooda and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, the film showcased the story of a sister’s undying love and protective nature as she goes to tremendous limits to save her brother. The film depicts the real-life struggle of Dalbir Kaur, Sarbjit Singh’s elder sister, who dedicated her entire life to ensuring her brother’s release from Pakistan. Her unwavering fight lasted 23 years, but her brother was cruelly killed by inmates before his release.