Leave it to Bollywood films to celebrate festivals with grandeur, style and cultural significance. The festival of lights, Diwali, has found its way into Hindi films, serving not just as a vibrant backdrop but sometimes woven intrinsically with the narrative. Here are some Bollywood films that captured the spirit of the vibrant festival in visually stunning and emotionally resonant ways.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)
The story of Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham takes a heartbreaking turn after a heartfelt reunion when Rahul Raichand (Shah Rukh Khan) returns home for what becomes his last Diwali with his adoptive family. But let’s keep the heartbreak aside for now. Because when we think of Diwali in Bollywood, the image of Jaya Bachchan standing at the doorway with a pooja ki thali instantly comes to mind. The sequence captures the grandeur of the Raichand household with vibrant colours, glowing diyas, elaborate decor and shimmering outfits. The scene is elevated by the performances of SRK, Rani Mukerji, Amitabh Bachan and Jaya Bachchan.
Mohabbatein (2000)
The song Pairon Mein Bandhan Hai marked a pivotal moment in Mohabbatein, symbolising the characters breaking free from the shackles of fear and embracing their love. It showed Diwali is also about conquering fear and standing up for what is right.
Hum Aapke Hai Koun..!? (1994)
Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit’s Hum Aapke Hai Koun..!? is a quintessential Sooraj Barjatya family drama. From a grand wedding to Diwali, the film celebrates togetherness and traditions. The festival of lights serves as a turning point in the story as it is marked by Pooja’s motherhood. The song Dhiktana Dhiktana amplifies the happiness of the moment.
Chachi 420 (1997)
Chachi 420 is a heartwarming comedy that explores the lengths a father can go to be with his child. In one memorable Diwali scene, Kamal Haasan’s character, disguised as Chachi, saves his daughter Bharti (Fatima Sana Shaikh) from firecrackers. While the scene was comical, it beautifully highlighted the emotional depth of a father’s love.
Vaastav (1999)
Not all festivals in films are filled with joy and celebration. In Vaastav: The Reality, Sanjay Dutt’s character Raghu comes out of his hideout on Diwali to meet his family. He is a changed man, adorned in flashy gold chains and a hardened underworld persona. The festivities are presented as a sharp contrast to Raghu’s dark and violent reality.
Taare Zameen Par (2007)
Diwali is a festival best celebrated with friends and family. But if your close ones refuse to understand you, no amount of lights, diyas or crackers can brighten you up. This sentiment is captured in Aamir Khan’s Taare Zameen Par, where Darsheel Safary’s character Ishaan sits in a corner sadly, as he does not want to go to a boarding school.
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