As the festive spirit fills the air, families in New Delhi and beyond are turning to the silver screen to share memorable moments with their youngest members. Amidst the array of choices for holiday viewing, there exists a trove of family movies ideal for creating a shared experience that spans generations. Whether in the mood for heartwarming dramas or adventures that whisk you away to magical realms, the following five films stand out as top choices for family entertainment this season.
The first gem on our list is ‘Kacchey Limbu’, a sports drama film introducing audiences to Radhika Madan, Rajat Barmecha, and Ayush Mehara. This compelling narrative spotlights Aditi, a girl overshadowed by her cricket-star brother, Aakash, who has been confined by societal expectations. With dreams of becoming a fashion designer, Aditi finds herself at crossroads with her father’s ambition for her to pursue medicine. An impromptu challenge to Aakash leads to a riveting cricket confrontation wherein if Aditi wins, her brother must forsake his sports aspirations for a corporate career, shaking the foundation of both their futures.
Added to the mix is ‘Sniff’, an exhilarating action-adventure film starring Khushmeet Gill as Sunny Gill, an extraordinary boy born into a lineage of pickle connoisseurs who suffers from anosmia. A twist of fate endows him with superhuman olfactory abilities, paving the way for a scent-filled quest to track down enigmatic car thieves — a journey that redefines what it means to be a superhero in the real world.
The thrilling adventures continue with ‘Toonpur Ka Superhero’, a whimsical tour de force led by the comedic prowess of Ajay Devgan, Kajol, Sanjay Dutt, among others. This film follows TV actor Aditya Kumar, admired for his on-screen heroics yet dubiously viewed by his son as a ‘make-believe’ champion. A surreal series of events catapults Aditya into Toonpur, an animated universe terrorized by the villainous Jagaro. With his family’s fate in the balance, he embraces his role as hero, aided by the powerful Toonastra, in a high-stakes cartoonish brawl.
Another visually stunning addition is ‘Tarzan 3D’, a vibrant computer-animated retelling of the classic tale featuring voices of Kellen Lutz and Spencer Locke. From the catastrophic asteroid event that spelled doom for the dinosaurs to the treacherous energy-seeking expedition that strands young John Jr. in the jungle, the stakes are high. Raised by gorillas and dubbed Tarzan, he encounters Jane, whose presence introduces a dilemma that threatens the sanctity of his jungle home from insatiable corporate greed.
Last but not least, ‘Aladin’, a fantasy action spectacle, showcases the talents of Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan, Ritesh Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Sanjay Dutt. Aladdin’s downtrodden existence, marred by Kasim’s relentless bullying, pivots when his affection for Jasmine leads him to a genie named Genius housed within a magical lamp. As Aladdin grapples with his reluctance to use the wishes, the revelation of his deepest desires brings unexpected fame and transforms his destiny.
Each of these films conjures a world of wonder and drama, inviting families to indulge in storytelling that transcends the mundane. They celebrate the power of dreams, bravery, and the enduring bond of family ties. From ‘Kacchey Limbu’s’ complex familial loyalties to the awe-inspiring odyssey of Tarzan, these narratives weave together the fabric of shared experiences that families can treasure long after the holiday season fades. As laughter fills the living room and eyes widen at the marvels on display, these movies prove once again that cinema has the power to unite hearts and spark imaginations across all ages.
