At times, you don’t feel like having a blockbuster with shocking action or a surprise twist that nobody could have anticipated. At times, all you want is a movie that feels like a big hug — a movie that makes you feel a little lighter, happier, and optimistic. Bollywood has given us some great feel-good movies that do just that.
Wake Up Sid (2009): Finding Yourself in the City That Never Sleeps
Wake Up Sid is a story about growing up, but at its own pace. Sid, played brilliantly by Ranbir Kapoor, is a typical spoiled Mumbai boy who doesn’t have much direction in life. But when he fails his college exams, things start to change. Thanks to the guidance of Aisha (Konkona Sen Sharma), who’s forging her way in the city, Sid gradually gets a handle on what independence and responsibility are all about. It’s not a makeover affair but a subtle, credible transition — and that’s what makes it so true to life.
English Vinglish (2012): Small Steps to Big Confidence
Sridevi’s performance as Shashi in English Vinglish is a subtle triumph. A homemaker who is constantly teased for being poor at speaking English, Shashi chooses to learn a language course during a visit to New York. The movie is not about learning English but about regaining self-respect and confidence. Seeing Shashi’s small successes, you can’t help but root for her — and perhaps even get a little inspired yourself.
Queen (2013): One Woman’s Trip to Freedom
Queen is the ideal movie when you require a dash of independence and laughter. Rani (Kangana Ranaut) chooses to take her honeymoon by herself after her fiancé cancels their marriage ceremony. What ensues is a series of laughter, new friendships, and discovering oneself through Paris and Amsterdam. It’s a heartwarming reminder that sometimes, when life gives you lemons, the most wonderful thing to do is get up and see the world your way.
Taare Zameen Par (2007): Looking at the World in a Different Way
Taare Zameen Par is a heartwarming tale of a young boy named Ishaan, who has dyslexia. Everyone around him misinterprets his plight, but a gentle art teacher (played by Aamir Khan) encourages him to realise his own potential. Taare Zameen Par is a moving lesson in compassion, encouraging us all to take a step back and learn to respect different patterns of learning and development.
3 Idiots (2009): Laughing Through Life’s Pressure Cooker
3 Idiots is a comedy-drama that playfully satirises the pressure-cooker culture of Indian education. Based on the students, played by Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, and Sharman Joshi, sail through college life with wit and sensitivity. The immortal line of the movie, “Chase excellence, and success will follow,” remains popular even today. It’s a laugh riot, an emotional rollercoaster, and a life lesson that never goes out of style.
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Chhichhore (2019): Friendship and Failure
Chhichhore is a film that shows that failure is not the end of the world. It jumps between the free-spirited college life of a bunch of friends and a more sombre present-day predicament. Nitesh Tiwari’s handling strikes a great balance between the humour and emotion, and thus, the narrative of friendship, pressure, and self-respect rings true and inspiring. It reminds us all that we are greater than our flaws or marks.
Why These Movies Are Ideal Comfort Watches
Amidst a world that sometimes seems frantic and frantic, these movies ask us to pause and appreciate the simple pleasures of existence. They don’t provide solutions but give us hope, warmth, and a feeling of home. Be it Sid getting his place in Mumbai, Rani finding her freedom, or Ishaan discovering his voice, these films make you feel lighter and more human. So when you are in need of a pick-me-up, these Bollywood classics are just the thing — a great mix of laughter, tears, and lots of heart.
Writer- Subham Choudhary