Weekend Binge: Celebrate Holi With These 5 Bollywood Movies
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From comedy to action, Holi serves as the perfect backdrop for heavy-duty drama in these films
It is that time of the year when the air is coloured in shades of red, pink, yellow and green thanks to Holi. The vibrant festival of colours holds immense significance in Indian culture and the fun and frolic that the occasion brings with it has been greatly exploited by Bollywood filmmakers. Holi has been used as a canvas to paint stories of romance, drama, and emotional upheaval. The festival has served as the perfect backdrop for heavy-duty drama in several Bollywood films. Here's a list of five Bollywood movies that beautifully capture the essence of Holi and its myriad possibilities.
1. Sholay - Prime Video
Sholay, one of Bollywood's most iconic films, truly uses the spirit and setting of Holi to strengthen its storyline. The festival of colours becomes the backdrop for romance as Veeru (Dharmendra) woos Basanti (Hema Malini). The song Holi Ke Din Dil Khil Jate Hain has been a regular fixture on the Holi playlist. But the same celebration also features as the setting for a battle between the evil Gabbar and the heroic Jai-Veeru.
