Bollywood, the vibrant world of Indian cinema, and the rise of strong female characters who redefine motherhood in movies like English Vinglish, Mimi, and many more.
Let’s take a look at 5 Bollywood movies with strong mom characters in Bollywood.
1- English Vinglish
Gauri Shinde heartwarming film English Vinglish explores motherhood through the relatable journey of Shashi (played by the iconic Sridevi). Despite feeling undervalued throughout her life, Shashi seizes an opportunity when she travels to the United States for her niece’s wedding. However, her inability to communicate in English throws a curveball into her visit. Determined to overcome this barrier, Shashi embarks on a quest to master the language, not just for herself, but to reclaim her voice and rediscover her worth as both a wife and a mother.
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2-Mimi
Bollywood hopeful Mimi (Kriti Sanon) takes an unexpected turn when she becomes a surrogate mother for an American couple. As she navigates the physical and emotional challenges of pregnancy, another hurdle appears – the couple wants to terminate the pregnancy upon learning of a potential Down Syndrome diagnosis. Defying expectations, Mimi carries the baby to term, giving birth to a healthy boy she names Raj (Jacob Smith). But when the couple returns, their desire for the child reignites a conflict – will Mimi give up Raj, the child she’s grown to love? Find out in this heartwarming story of motherhood, sacrifice, and following your dreams.
3- The Sky Is Pink
Directed by Shonali Bose, this film is based on the life of motivational speaker Aisha Chaudhary. It revolves around a young girl (played by Zaira Wasim) who is diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, a terminal disease. Her parents (Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar) try to provide a fulfilling life for their daughter, while simultaneously navigating their marriage. Her mother’s dedication to the well-being of her child makes up a major portion of the plot.
4- Mom
As per reports, Mom is a thriller film starring Sridevi, it showcases justice, revenge, and maternal instinct. The story revolves around Devki a loving stepmother who transforms into a vigilante seeking justice for the sexual assault of her stepdaughter Arya (Sajal Aly). The film emphasizes the lengths a mother would go to protect her child.
5- Helicopter Eela
This film revolves around the life of Eela, an overprotective yet endearing mother. Based on the Gujarati play Beta Kaagdo by Anand Gandhi, Eela (Kajol), an aspiring singer, gives up on her career after her husband abandons her and their son. She ends up attending the same college as her son.