Binge watch with mommy on Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honour and celebrate mothers’ love and sacrifices. Consider watching iconic Bollywood movies that celebrate this bond. It’s a day to express gratitude for the countless sacrifices mothers make for their children. If you’re looking to create lasting memories with your mom on this special day, The Free Press Journal have the perfect plan for you. Treat her to her favourite food and drinks, then settle in for a cozy movie marathon. We’ve curated a list of heartwarming films available on OTT platforms that are sure to make your truly special.
PAA : Paa is a film for all the single moms who juggle the difficulty between work and taking care of their homes and children. These single moms make it look so effortless while they go through hell and back.
SECRET SUPERSTAR: Secret Superstar is a film showcasing the story of a girl who along with her mother’s support strives to excel in the field she has chosen for herself.
is based on the love story of a couple through the lens of their spunky teenage daughter, who was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis.
ENGLISH VINGLISH: The comedydrama portrays a quiet, sweet tempered housewife who endures small slights from her very well-educated husband and daughter every day because of her inability to speak and understand English, often leading to making her feel unwanted and illiterate.
MIMI: Mimi is a perfect comedy-drama with an apt balance of fun and emotions. It revolves around the story of a surrogate who gets attached to the child raising the child up as her own.
Mother’s Day HELICOPTER EELA:
Helicopter Eela portrays the story of a worried mother who dedicates her entire life to focusing on her son, despite being extremely talented. The film touches topics like womanhood and parenthood and how parents may have a hard time letting go of their children once they come of age.
TAARE ZAMEEN PAR:
Taare Zameen Par is a film which portrays the story of an artistically gifted eight-year old boy named Ishaan Awasthi who’s poor academic performance leads to him being sent to a boarding school by his parents.
MRS CHATTERJEE VS NORWAY:
God could not be everywhere so he created mothers. Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway is the perfect reflection of this. The film revolves around a mother who has immigrated to Norway. Due to strict regulations related to upbringing in the nation, she is separated from her children leading her to commit several offenses to rescue and be with her children. A film that will bring you to tears, it will increase the love and respect you have for your mother.
PANGA: A film that is inspired by the life of a National-level Kabbadi player, Panga follows her success, struggle, and her willpower to overcome stereotypes. It shows the importance of family love and support for one to succeed in life.
is a family drama which follows the story of a single mother who acquires education along with daughter as they pass out from school together. It portrays a mother’s will power to fulfil her dreams, ones which she left when she took on the responsibility of nurturing a life.