We all join together to celebrate Teacher’s Day as the calendar flips to September 5th. It indeed is a special day to acknowledge the essential impact that teachers make in our lives. Having said that, Bollywood has been quite supportive of the student-mentor relationship. So, here are some of the best Hindi films that depict this wonderful bond in distinct stories:
This day has been noteworthy for students and teachers as it commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India’s first vice president. Bollywood has always produced amazing films that make us appreciate the value of such relationships.
Here are some of the best Bollywood classics that you should definitely watch again to recall your student-teacher memories:
Iqbal
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The film Iqbal, released in 2005, is an inspiring story of a deaf and mute boy’s unprecedented passion to become an Indian cricketer. The film revolves around the challenges he faces to fulfill his impossible dream of playing for the Indian national team. Naseeruddin Shah is playing the second important character of the film.
Taare Zameen Par
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When it comes to celebrating the student-teacher bond, Aamir Khan’s Taare Zameen Par has always been on top. The story of a dyslexic child and his art teacher and how beautifully the teacher helps him deal with his learning problems. The film was also nominated for an Academy Award.
Super 30
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The 2019 biographical drama film has received a lot of praise as it beautifully depicts the journey of Anand Kumar – Hrithik Roshan who train 30 underprivileged students. The story based on the journey of a mathematician shows how Anand Kumar helps students crack IIT exams.
Black
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Directed by the highly acclaimed Sanjay Leela Bhansali, this 2005 film tells the story of Debraj – a stubborn teacher who helps Michelle, a girl with hearing and visual impairments. Featuring the iconic Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukherjee, the film received incredible reviews from across the globe. The story of the film is very mesmerizing.
Hichki
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The 2018 comedy drama film is the tale of a woman with Tourette syndrome and the challenges she faces after joining a n elite school. The movie beautifully showcases how the woman overcomes her weakness into her strength. Moreover, this film gives an exemplary cinematography of Rani Mukerji teaching underprivileged students.