Celebrate Raksha Bandhan 2025 with these Bollywood films that beautifully capture the unbreakable bond between brothers and sisters

CJ Desk

Raksha Bandhan is more than a festival—it’s an emotion, a symbol of eternal love between siblings. Bollywood, with its rich legacy of storytelling, has time and again celebrated this sacred bond through touching narratives and unforgettable performances. This Rakhi 2025, The Free Press Journal brings you five Bollywood films that showcase the strength, love, and bittersweet moments of brother-sister relationships. Whether you’re spending the day with your sibling or reminiscing from afar, these films are perfect to watch and relive the essence of Raksha Bandhan. So, grab some sweets, tie that rakhi, and press play!

Dhanak (2015)

Cast: Hetal Gada, Krrish Chhabria

Story: In this charming road movie, 10-year-old Pari (Hetal Gada) promises her blind younger brother Chotu (Krrish Chhabria) that he will see before his next birthday. Their journey across Rajasthan is filled with innocence, sibling banter, and unwavering hope. A modern-day fairy tale of love and dreams.

Sarbjit (2016)

Cast: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Randeep Hooda, Richa Chadha

Story: A powerful real-life drama, Sarbjit tells the story of Dalbir Kaur (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan), who fights tirelessly to free her brother Sarbjit Singh 

(Randeep Hooda) from a Pakistani jail. Her sacrifices, courage, and undying hope form the emotional core of this heartbreaking story.

Iqbal (2005)

Cast: Shreyas Talpade, Shweta Basu Prasad, Naseeruddin Shah

Story: Iqbal (Shreyas Talpade), a deaf and mute boy, dreams of playing cricket for India. His sister Khadija (Shweta Basu Prasad) becomes his pillar of strength, helping him train and communicate with his coach. Their bond shows how belief and support can overcome any barrier.

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor

Story: While the central theme is family, the bond between Rohan (Hrithik Roshan) and his adopted elder brother Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) is deepened by the silent strength of their mother (Jaya Bachchan) and the playful bond with sister-in-law Pooja (Kareena Kapoor). A lavish family drama with emotional highs.

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)

Cast: Farhan Akhtar, Divya Dutta, Sonam Kapoor

Story: This inspiring biopic of legendary athlete Milkha Singh (Farhan Akhtar) features a touching sibling relationship with his sister Isri Kaur (Divya Dutta). She acts as his guardian, emotional anchor, and inspiration, especially during his traumatic childhood and rise to fame. A tale of resilience, rooted in love.