Indian states like Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh are celebrating the popular festival "Chhath Puja" which is dedicated to the Sun god.
On this occasion, let’s have a look at some of the popular Indian movies that aptly capture the beauty of regional festivals like "Chhath Puja" in India.
Gangaa Jamunaa Saraswathi (1988) – YouTube: Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Mithun Chakraborty, and Jaya Prada, it’s an action romance drama flick featuring an iconic Chhath Puja song.
Kahaani (2012) – Prime Video: The Sujoy Ghosh directorial starring Vidya Balan, is about a pregnant woman searching for her missing husband. It features the vibrant ‘Durga Puja’ celebration in Kolkata.
Ugadi (1997) – YouTube: The Telugu language romantic movie, based on a rich-poor love story theme, celebrates Telugu New Year in full colour.
Agneepath (1990) – Netflix, Prime Video: Portraying a young boy’s journey to his vengeance with stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Mithun Chakraborty, and Madhavi, it features the iconic Ganesh Chaturthi song "Ganpati Bappa Morya".
Vaisakhi List (2016) – Prime Video: Starring Sunil Grover and Jimmy Shergill, it features the celebration of the Baisakhi festival, where two prisoners escape from the jail on Baisakhi, unaware they were to be pardoned.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001) - Netflix, Prime Video: The Karan Johar directorial, features the iconic Karwa Chauth scenes between the protagonists portrayed by Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol.
My Name Is Khan (2010) - YouTube: Starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, it features the Eid celebration, highlighting Muslim identity.
Sholay (1975) – Prime Video: The Dharmendra and Amitabh Bachchan starrer, features the iconic Holi song "Holi Ke Din", depicting the vibrant celebration of the festival.
Om Shanti Om (2007) – Netflix: The Farah Khan directorial action comedy romance features a vibrant celebration of Diwali, adding a touch of glamour to the visuals.