Bollywood’s most recommended Children centric movies

Though Bollywood movies are majorly inclined to cater the adult population of the society, but some directors have come up with really good movies that are children-centric and involve children in learning more about the society, human values, and various everyday issues in the most entertaining way.

Agreeing with the fact that movies are the best medium to leave a long-lasting impression on children’s mind, here’s  the list of Bollywood’s most recommended films that are children-centric and are really nice and engaging movies that the kids of today’s  generation must watch.

1.The Blue Umbrella (2005)

Based on a novel written by Ruskin Bond, Master Director Vishal Bhardwaj had marvelously adopted this beautiful depiction “The Blue Umbrella” which is based on the tale of a bright girl named Biniya, and her treasured belonging i.e. a bright blue umbrella. It’s a journey that takes one through the life of a poor girl who suddenly becomes known in her village because of the blue umbrella that she owns. The beautiful depiction makes one truly relate with what she goes through when she loses her most treasured belonging; the movie also unfolds some climaxes in the end. Not just entertaining, this film will also teach the kids that even a villain doesn’t deserve cruelty.

2.Iqbal (2005)

This movie Iqbal is a very inspiring story. It is about a deaf-mute village boy called Iqbal who wants to join the Indian Cricket Team as a fast bowler.  The movie showcases how Iqbal conquers all odds and is able to realize his dream. The kids would love this cricket themed movie where there are some cute and endearing scenes between Iqbal and his kid sister who helps him from time to time.

3.Bumm Bumm Bole (2008)

The movie “Bumm Bumm Bole” directed by Priyadarshan, is an ‘official’ adaptation of the award-winning Iranian film ‘Children of Heaven’. The movie has a heart-warming story starring the kids, wonder boy Darsheel Safary and cute girl Ziya Vastani as brother and sister who share one pair of shoes as they go to school and manage with just that since the family is really poor. The ‘good-hearted purity’ is the USP of this film which can definitely make the kids realize the worth of having siblings and sharing emotions and things with one another.

4.My Friend Ganesha (2008)

The movie My Friend Ganesha series is directed by Rajiv S. Ruia involves lots of fun and masti for the kids. The movie is about a little boy who is lonely since his parents are too busy. The family maid takes care of the little boy and inspires him with stories of the savior Ganesha. The boy starts having a secret friend called Ganesha (an animated character). Ganesha turns things around this dysfunctional family and the boy and Ganesha have loads of fun together. This movie would surely make the kids feel excited and connect them with Indian mythology.

5. I Am Kalam (2011)

 

The movie “I am Kalam” is certainly inspiring film directed by Nila Madhab Panda which has received various awards for being well-acclaimed in the film industry. The movie tells the story of a sharp Rajasthani boy who is inspired by India’s former president Mr. APJ Abdul Kalam and has an undying urge to learn. The entire plot narrates the troubles he faces because of his desire to seek education and how, despite the problems, he still never quits. This heartwarming movie would be an inspiration to all the kids, seeing how the underprivileged live and value the good lifestyles they own while it would also encourage them to work hard and never stop trying to accomplish what they want.

6.Stanley Ka Dabba (2011)

Written and directed by Amole Gupte, this movie “Stanley Ka Dabba” is a lovely film that brilliantly displays how a boy called Stanley who never brings his lunch to school and how, a teacher who is more interested in gobbling down all the food that the kids bring. Stanley becomes his pet peeve because he never brings his “Tiffin” to school and yet manages to have a daily feast with his buddies. Abundant in child like sweetness this movie is worth watching, as it gives the message about loving one another, bonding with people and becoming friends which does not depend on how well-off someone is.

7.Chillar Party (2011)

The movie Chillar Party directed by Nitesh Tiwari and Vikas Bahl is about the how the young children fight for their own right. This movie revolves around the storyline where a group of kids living in a colony plan their way to save a street dog- Bheedu from getting thrown out from their residential area. This movie is sure to encourage kids to act responsibly and work for the helpless and needy.

8.Gattu (2012)

The movie Gattu is a must-watch for children. Directed by K.D. Satyamthe, the movie revolves around the story of an underprivileged child passionate about kite flying. This illiterate street boy Gattu, has only one ambition – to fly kites and reign supreme in the blue skies, the movie depicts how he turns around everything in his small world to string his dream together. The movie would inspire kids to learn the lesson of goodness, and  Victory of truth (sach ki jeet).

9.Ferrari Ki Sawaari (2012)

This movie Ferrari Ki Sawaari is directed by Rajesh Mapuskar and revolves around the storyline of a sweet boy, his father and grandfather, and their ordinary dreams. The movie is about the little child’s wish and depicts how his father and granddad struggle to fulfill his wish. This movie can wonderfully emphasize the kids to understand the family bond and the love and care that parents and the elderly have for them.

10.Hawaa Hawaai (2014)

This movie Hawaa Hawaai is directed by Amole Gupte and is based on an inspiring storyline, which is aptly perfect for children. The movie is about a Young slumboy Arjun’s  who works at a tea shop for a living  and his only dream is to own a pair of shiny roller skates and be a champion of this sport-on-wheels. The movie is a good inspiration for kids to chase their dreams in spite of what all the obstacles that might come their way.