7 movies to watch if the father-daughter relationship in 'Be Happy' tugged at your heart!

There are quite a few iconic films that centre around father-daughter relationships, and if you liked Abhishek Bachchan's 'Be Happy' then we've curated just the list for you!

Abhishek Bachchan's portrayal of Shiv in 'Be Happy,' is of a father who can move mountains for his daughter if need be. If that is something you resonated with, then you're in for a treat. There's a bunch of movies that explore that same powerful dynamic and unwavering support a father has for his daughter. Think about the quirky charm of Amitabh Bachchan's overbearing love for Deepika Padukone in 'Piku,' or the sheer determination of Mahavir Singh Phogat in 'Dangal' who trained his daughters to be gold medalists. Or the unshakeable belief Richard Williams had in his daughters in 'King Richard', pushing them to tennis greatness.

And let's not forget the emotional journey of Irrfan Khan in 'Angrezi Medium' who went to a great extent to support his daughter's dream, and the subtle yet powerful father daughter relationship displayed in 'I Want to Talk'. Each of these movies, in their own unique way, capture the beautiful, sometimes messy, but always profoundly moving bond between a father and his daughter. Trust me, you'll want to grab some tissues!

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Piku - Sony Liv

'Piku' delightfully captures the quirky, loving, complex and messy bond between a father and daughter. Amitabh Bachchan's Bhaskor, a hypochondriac, clashes humorously with Deepika Padukone's stressed Piku. The plot centers on Piku's exasperation with her father's eccentricities and her struggle to balance life. Piku patiently listening to Bhaskor's complaints, their late-night talks, or the affectionate bickering during their Kolkata drive are some of the best moments of the film. 

Dangal - Prime Video

Dangal is such an inspiring and emotionally resonant film. Aamir Khan delivers a powerful performance as Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former wrestler who dreams of winning a gold medal for India. He pours this dream into his daughters, Geeta (Fatima Sana Shaikh) and Babita (Sanya Malhotra), training them to become world-class wrestlers. There are moments of conflict, particularly as the girls grow older and start to question his methods. But beneath the tough exterior, there's a deep well of affection and respect. He was the first to question the norm in his village and prove that girls can be just as good as boys when it comes to wrestling. This is why the iconic dialogue from the film "humari choriyan choron se kam hai ke?" came into existence and only a girl dad could've understood this emotion.

King Richard - Amazon Prime Video

Just like Dangal, King Richard too runs on similar lines of a father coaching two champions in the making. It is a compelling film that tells the story of Richard Williams, portrayed brilliantly by Will Smith, and his unwavering dedication to his daughters, Venus (Saniyya Sidney) and Serena Williams (Demi Singleton). The film follows Richard's ambitious plan to train his daughters into tennis superstars, overcoming numerous obstacles along the way. It's a story of vision, perseverance, and the powerful bond between a father and his daughters.

Angrezi Medium - JioHotstar

Angrezi Medium is a heartwarming film featuring Irrfan Khan as Champak Bansal, a single father in Udaipur, and Radhika Madan as his daughter, Tarika. The plot revolves around Champak's unwavering determination to fulfill Tarika's dream of studying in London, despite his limited resources and lack of English proficiency. Champak's world revolves around Tarika, and his struggles to navigate the complexities of a foreign land for her sake are both touching and relatable. 

I Want To Talk - Prime Video

Shoojit Sircar's I Want To Talk, based on Arjun Sen's autobiography, is a deeply moving film about resilience and the complexities of life. Abhishek Bachchan delivers a powerful performance as Arjun, a marketing executive diagnosed with terminal cancer, who must confront his mortality and mend his strained relationship with his daughter, played by Ahilya Bamroo. The film masterfully portrays Arjun's journey from despair to hope, capturing his daily battles to stay alive just so that he can watch his daughter grow up one more day! It highlights the fact that if push comes to shove, a father can actually fight death for the love of his daughter if he puts his mind to it!

Gifted - Prime Video

Gifted is a touching film starring Chris Evans as Frank Adler, a single uncle raising his exceptionally gifted niece, Mary (Mckenna Grace). The plot centers on Frank's fight to provide Mary with a normal childhood, resisting his mother's (Lindsay Duncan) attempts to exploit her mathematical genius. The film beautifully captures the warm, protective bond between Frank and Mary. Their relationship is the heart of the story simply because Frank steps up as a father for Mary when her real parents failed to give her the life she deserves.

Father of the Bride - JioHotstar

Father of the Bride (1991) is a classic comedy that beautifully captures the anxieties and joys of a father letting go of his daughter after her wedding. Steve Martin shines as George Banks, a loving but overprotective father, and Kimberly Williams-Paisley is his daughter, Annie, who announces her engagement. The plot follows George's hilarious and often chaotic attempts to navigate the extravagant wedding preparations, all while coming to terms with his daughter growing up. At its heart, the film centres on the warm, if sometimes strained, relationship between George and Annie. It's a relatable and heartwarming story about the bittersweet journey of parenthood and the feeling of being the father of the bride!

Which of these titles would you add to your list? Let us know in the comments below!

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