Brown fathers are stereotyped as strict, cold, and uncomprehending. But mostly it's not like that - If we have Chaudhry Baldev Singh (the strict father) from DDLJ, we also have Dharamvir Malhotra (the cool father) from the same film. Bollywood has shown all types of fathers and many onscreen dad moments; which are relatable in that they made our eyes cry.
From 'Abba Nahi Manage' to 'Parampara, Pratishtha, Anushasan', all these dialogues have been made famous by some of the strict fathers of Bollywood.
Bollywood has mostly portrayed fathers as strict, authoritarian, and rigid. As Indians, we can relate to these strict father figures of Bollywood!
For example – Nandkishore Awasthi from Taare Zameen Par Click to look into! >> Read More... is an example of what a teenage father should not be! Being strict is an okay and good thing sometimes; Nandkishore was not at all understanding, egotistical and unloved. He constantly compares his child, blames him, and sends him to boarding school!
Here are the top 10 on-screen fathers in Bollywood-
Farhan's dad from 3 Idiots is an example of a typical desi Papa who wants his child to pursue an engineering career due to societal pressure. Parikshit Sahni played the role of Mr. Qureshi well. But when Farahn's father finally apprehended his son's devotion to photography, it was the most wholesome scene. When he closes his laptop and says, "Ise Wapis Kardena, Beta Tumhara Vo Professional Camera Kitne Ka Ayega." This shift from a stubborn father to an understanding father brought tears to our eyes.
When Bunny's dad supports his dream and lets him explore the world even if he stays alone, we are shown that fathers are real superheroes. "Zindagi mein chahe jo ho jaaye...kuch bhi, mai hume shatumharesaath hu".
Sachin Sandhu stands by his daughter throughout the film even though everyone is against her decision. He taught her daughter to be brave and fierce like any father should and encouraged Amrita to be her true self and not compromise.
Talking about feminist fathers onscreen- Piku's father is the best example. Piku, as an independent and headstrong woman, having an open-minded father is the icing on the cake! "Shaadi buranahihai, lekin purpose honachaiye. Husband ko Sirf yeh Chaiye ki wife should serve food during the day and sex at night. Kintu, mahilasirfiskeliyebanahai? NO!"
Mahavir Singh Phogat who is the perfect father of the whole movie is so relatable. Phogat is the ideal example of a proud father. His "Shabash" when Geeta finally wins gives us goosebumps! This real story was a proud moment.
The strict father figure, Bhairav ​​Singh of Udaan is played by Ronit Roy Ronit Roy (Ronit Bose Roy) was born on 11th Octobe >> Read More... . Udaan is a coming-of-age film; it is the story of a boy who wants to follow his dream and the only obstacle, is his abusive father. Bhairav ​​Singh is a distinctive Indian papa who wants his child to seek a conventional career. It is an art film and a must-see.
Gunjan's father supported her daughter's dream throughout the film. "Beta jo bannahaibano pr pehlepadhai khatam karo". Anup Saxena lets his daughter be whatever she wants and never lets society hamper his decisions. It was empowering and impactful!
Anupum Kher is the best dad in DDlJ who lets his son do whatever he wants. He permits him to travel and uplifts him to fight for his love. DDLJ's fathers are the best dad. Or are they?
Second from Dil Wale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge was Chaudhary Baldev Singh, an uncompromising Indian papa who wanted her daughter to do whatever he instructed. But our heart melts in the scene when she says, "Jaa Simran Jaa JeeleApniJindagi." Being a strict and stubborn personality, his anger simmers because of her daughter's love. Amrish Puri Amrish Lal Puri was born on 22nd June, 1932 in Pun >> Read More... portrayed the famous strict father Chaudhry Balvinder Singh in Dil Wale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge. Balvinder Singh is a usual domineering and self-centered papa who only wants his children to follow his rules.
Chachi 420 is a perfect example that shows that dads can cross the line to be with their children and for their happiness. After being separated from his child, Jay Prakash went to extreme heights to be with the child. Chachi 420 is a fun movie.
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