Celebrate Love Beyond Romance This Valentine’s Day with Timeless Films
Revisit heartwarming films like Musafiraa, Chhichhore, and Dil Chahta Hai that beautifully showcase love, friendship, and unbreakable bonds
As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s important to remember that love isn't just for romantic partners. It thrives in the deep bonds of friendship and unspoken emotions. Since Valentine’s Day honours love in all its varied forms, explore movies that beautifully capture the essence of true friendship, camaraderie, and connections that make life meaningful.
Musafiraa
Shot in the breathtaking Isle of Skye in the Scottish Highlands, Musafiraa highlights the importance of true allies in life. Directed by Pushkar Jog in his debut, this Marathi film follows five friends who reunite after 15 years for a long-awaited trip. However, unresolved conflicts from the past surface, testing the depth of their friendship. Featuring Pooja Sawant, Smrity Sinha, Pushkaraj Chirputkar, and Disha Pardeshi in pivotal roles, the film was released in 2024 and produced by Anand Pandit, Roopa Pandit, Pushkar Jog, and Nitin Vaidya.
Chhichhore
Set against the backdrop of the 1990s and 2019, Chhichhore tells the story of Aniruddh ‘Anni’ Pathak, a middle-aged man whose son attempts suicide after failing an exam. To lift his son’s spirits, Anni recounts his own college days filled with humour, nostalgia, and the unbreakable bond of friendship. Featuring an outstanding performance by Sushant Singh Rajput, the film also stars Shraddha Kapoor, Varun Sharma, and Naveen Polishetty. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari and available on Disney+ Hotstar.
Dil Chahta Hai
This timeless classic follows the lives of three friends—Akash (Aamir Khan), Sameer (Saif Ali Khan), and Sid (Akshaye Khanna)—as they navigate love, heartbreak, and growing up. Farhan Akhtar’s directorial debut continues to captivate audiences even after 24 years. With stellar performances from Preity Zinta, Sonali Kulkarni, and Dimple Kapadia, and a memorable soundtrack by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, Dil Chahta Hai is available on Prime Video.
Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu
In Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, Rahul (Imran Khan) and Riana (Kareena Kapoor) accidentally marry in Las Vegas, but instead of a typical love story, the film focuses on self-discovery and personal growth. Directed by Shakun Batra, this light-hearted romantic dramedy challenges societal expectations of love. It’s available on Netflix.
Veere Di Wedding
Veere Di Wedding is a vibrant comedy-drama that follows four childhood friends—Kalindi, Avni, Sakshi, and Meera—who reunite for Kalindi’s wedding. The film delves into their personal struggles, exploring relationships and female friendships while celebrating independence and happiness. Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Swara Bhaskar, and Shikha Talsania, it is available for streaming on Netflix.
