IMDB CELEBRATES QUIRKY AND ENDEARING FATHERS OF INDIAN CINEMA

Jyothi Venkatesh

IMDb curates a list of 14 picks from Indian cinema, which celebrate endearing, quirky and compassionate dads, which are bound to leave a smile on your face and fill your heart with love.

 Aamir Khan in Dangal (2016)

Mahavir Singh Phogat, played by Aamir Khan, is a former wrestler who wants to raise his daughters, Geeta and Babita, as wrestlers. Based on a true story, the movie shows how Phogat takes on the role of a tough taskmaster who leaves no stone unturned in training his daughters.Dangal is available to stream on Netflix

 Amitabh Bachachan in Piku (2015)

Bhaskor Banerjee played by Amitabh Bachchan is a crabby old man who is suffering from constipation. His eccentricities drive his daughter Piku, played by Deepika Padukone, crazy. The movie takes viewers on a bittersweet journey as the adorable dynamics unfold between the father-daughter duo as they undertake a trip to Kolkata.Piku is available to stream on SonyLiv.

Pankaj Tripathi in Barielly Ki Barfi (2017)

Bitti Sharma, played by Kriti Sanon, in Bareilly Ki Barfi is a free-spirited girl who lives life on her own terms and refuses to be pressured into marriage. Her dad, Narottam Mishra played by Pankaj Tripathi supports his daughter’s free spirit. Barielly ki Barfi is available to stream on Netflix

Rishi Kapoor in Rajma Chawal (2018)

An internet-rookie father, played by late Rishi Kapoor, attempts to use social media to enhance his faltering relationship with his millennial son, essayed by Anirudh Tanwar.Rajma Chawal is available to stream on Netflix

 Arun Nalawade in Shwaas (2004) (Marathi)

The film recounts the tale of a grandfather whose pain knows no bounds when he is informed that his grandson needs to have life-saving surgery. The grandfather-grandson duo then go on a tour of the city one last time before the grandson loses his eyesight forever.Shwaas is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video

 Gajraj Rao in Badhaai Ho (2018)

Jeetender Kaushik, played by Gajraj Rao, navigates fatherhood with his wife all over again in the situational comedy Badhaai Ho, starring Ayushman Khurrana and Neena Gupta. Badhaai Ho is available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar.

Anupam Kher in Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (1995)

Dharamvir Malhotra, played by Anupam Kher is the liberal and an uber cool dad who supports his son in every walk of life and his journey to find his love, Simran.Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video

Deepak Dobriyal in Baba (2019) (Marathi)

Set in a small village in Maharashtra in the 1990s, Baba is the heart-warming tale of a deaf and mute couple, who adopt a child and bring him up. But, when Shankar's biological parents seek custody of their son, things take a different turn as the biological parents force Madhav and his wife into a legal battle, Madhav wants to see Shankar happy, since their time together might be limited.

Kader Khan in Hero No. 1 (1997)

Timid Rajesh Malhotra, played by Govinda, escapes his tyrant father, essayed by Kader Khan, and meets Meena. The two lovers decide to marry, but when Meena's parents object, Rajesh decides to win them over in the quirkiest way. While Rajesh takes on this unusual journey to win over his ladylove, Kader Khan, a super supportive and loving dad is seen walking the journey with his son to help him convince the girl’s family.Hero No. 1 is available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar

Arvind Swamy in Dear Dad (2016)

Dear Dad is a coming of age story between father Nitin Swaminathan and 14-year-old Shivam. The father-son duo embark on an impromptu road trip from their home, in Delhi, to Mussorie (Uttarakhand), where Shivam attends boarding school. Unexpected confessions, weird strangers, accidental meetings, a drunken escapade and singing in the rain make up a complicated and sweet movie.Dear Dad is available to stream on Disney Plus Hotstar and Netflix

Irrfan Khan in Hindi Medium (2017)

Irrfan Khan plays the role of Raj Batra, who yearns to get his daughter Pia, educated from a posh school to provide her with a better future.Hindi Medium is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video

Prakash Raj in Abhiyum Naanum (2008)(Malayalam)

In Abhiyum Naanum, Raghuraman played by Prakash Rah, recounts the story of his own relationship with his daughter through the years, including his difficulties with accepting her marriage.

 Vijay in Theri (2016)(Tamil)

Joseph Vijay, plays a devoted and a dedicated father, overcomes obstacles for the goodwill of his daughter.Theri is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video

Prabhu in Darling (2010)(Tamil)

Hanumanthu, essayed by Prabhu, represents the jovial and fun loving dad who supports his son Prabha, played by Prabhas, in all walks of life, bringing in the comic timing in the movie.Darling is available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar and Voot

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