Bollywood has always been a melting pot of emotions, storytelling, and memorable characters. One theme that resonates deeply in the hearts of audiences is the profound love and sacrifice of a father for his child. Made on similar lines, the latest Manoy Bajpayee feature film directed by Devashish Makhija has been capturing hearts with its thrilling, yet heart wrenching plot centred around parental love. If Joram touched your hearts too, here are 5 more Bollywood gems that beautifully portray a father’s relentless determination to save and protect his children, be it against others or themselves.
- Drishyam (2015)
Drishyam is a psychological thriller directed by Nishikant Kamat. Ajay Devgn plays the role of Vijay Salgaonkar, a man who goes to extraordinary lengths to protect his family when his daughter, played by Ishita Dutta, becomes involved in a crime. The film beautifully portrays a father’s cunning and resourcefulness as he outsmarts the authorities to shield his family, highlighting the lengths a parent will go to keep their child safe. The film also co-stars Tabu, Rajat Kapoor, and Shriya Saran in pivotal roles making it an instant classic.
- Dangal (2016)
In Nitesh Tiwari’s Dangal, Aamir Khan portrays the real-life character of Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former wrestler who challenges societal norms to train his daughters in the male-dominated sport of wrestling. The film not only celebrates the triumphs of Phogat’s daughters, Geeta and Babita – played by Fatima Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra respectively – but also highlights the father’s belief in their capabilities. Dangal challenges traditional gender roles and showcases a father’s determination to empower his daughters, proving that paternal love knows no bounds when it comes to breaking stereotypes and nurturing a child’s potential.
- Sarkar (2005)
Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, Sarkar adds a different dimension to the list, highlighting a father’s authority and protective instincts. Amitabh Bachchan plays the powerful character of Subash Nagre, a patriarch who runs a parallel government in the city with a strong sense of justice. As the narrative unfolds, Sarkar highlights the lengths to which a father will go to shield his family from external threats, making it a noteworthy classic in the realm of Bollywood movies.
- Sanju (2018)
Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, Sanju is a biographical film that explores the tumultuous life of actor Sanjay Dutt, played by Ranbir Kapoor. The film not only delves into the challenges and controversies faced by Sanjay Dutt but also portrays the unconditional love and concern of his father, Sunil Dutt, portrayed by Paresh Rawal. Sanju displays a father’s unconditional support and belief in his son, even in the face of societal judgment and in the stormy seas of life.
- Jawan (2023)
Jawan, directed by Atlee, features Shah Rukh Khan in a double role, portraying Vikram Rathore, an ex-military officer, and his son Azaad, an IPS officer determined to rectify wrongs in society. The father-son duo joins forces against an international arms dealer named Kalee, portrayed by Vijay Sethupathi, who is responsible for the deaths of various military officers, including Vikram Rathore’s wife played by Deepika Padukone. The film unfolds the father-son bond as they combat crime, with the father guiding his son through every obstacle in the film while also delivering justice to all the affected people.
And here’s the film that inspired this list:
- Joram (2023)
Directed by Devashish Makhija, the upcoming movie Joram stars Manoj Bajpayee as a desperate man fleeing a system that is determined to crush him and his infant daughter at any cost. The film also focuses on a cop who unwillingly pursues the father-daughter duo, and a bereaved mother seeking ruthless vengeance. They collide in a tense survival thriller set across a brutal landscape of devastated forests, blind greed, and rebellion. The movie also features the talented Mohd. Zeeshan Ayyub and Tannishtha Chatterjee.
~If you’re a fan of Bollywood movies that depict the lengths a father can go to protect his child, don’t miss the premiere of ‘Joram’ at your nearest PVR INOX outlets~
