Celebrate Friendship Day with these beautiful Bollywood movies!
Bollywood films that celebrate friendship make an ideal pick for celebrating Friendship Day! These must-watch films capture the essence of friendship, from heartwarming tales to laugh-out-loud comedies and soul-stirring dramas. Gather your friends, prepare the popcorn, and get ready to experience stories that celebrate the unbreakable bonds and joyous moments that define true friendship. Whether you're reminiscing about old times or creating new memories, these movies promise to make this Friendship Day special, reminding you why friends are the family we choose.
‘Dil Chahta Hai,’ a comedy-drama film written and directed by Farhan Akhtar in his directorial debut, centers on a significant transition in the romantic lives of three college-graduate friends, portrayed by Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Akshaye Khanna. The film also stars Preity Zinta, Sonali Kulkarni, and Dimple Kapadia. Many critics praised the movie for its groundbreaking and realistic depiction of modern Indian youth, making it a must-watch for friends.
Adapted from Chetan Bhagat's 2008 novel ‘The 3 Mistakes of My Life,’ ‘Kai Po Che!’ is a buddy sports drama directed by Abhishek Kapoor. The film stars Rajkummar Rao, Amit Sadh, and Sushant Singh Rajput as the three main protagonists, with Amrita Puri in the female lead. Set in Ahmedabad between 2000 and 2012, ‘Kai Po Che!’ follows three friends— Ishaan Bhatt, Omkar Shastri, and Govind Patel—who aspire to start their own sports shop and academy. The movie delves into their deep friendship and the loss of their innocence amidst religious politics and communal hatred.
‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ is a cherished road comedy-drama directed by Zoya Akhtar. The story follows three childhood friends—Arjun, Kabir, and Imran—who reunite for a three-week bachelor road trip across Spain. If you and your friends are into adventure sports like scuba diving, and bullfighting, this film is a must-watch for a thrilling and heartfelt experience together.
‘3 Idiots,’ a coming-of-age comedy-drama written, edited, and directed by Rajkumar Hirani, is loosely adapted from Chetan Bhagat's novel ‘Five Point Someone.’ The film stars Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi in the titular roles. Narrated through two parallel timelines—one set in the present and the other ten years in the past—the story follows the friendship of three students at an Indian engineering college. It's a must-watch for friends, capturing the essence of camaraderie.
Based on Tiwari's experiences as a student at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, this heartwarming film tells the story of a middle-aged man who reminisces about his college friends to inspire his son during a critical time. It's an emotional roller-coaster that celebrates the unbreakable bond of friendship. Starring Sushant Singh Rajput, Shraddha Kapoor, Varun Sharma, Naveen Polishetty, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Tushar Pandey, and Saharsh Kumar Shukla, the film is cherished by many and was also a commercial success.
