Bollywood’s Iconic Screen Mothers: Kajol made her big-screen comeback with Maa, which released on Friday, June 27. The film comes seven years after her last outing, Helicopter Eela (2018). In Maa, Kajol plays a fierce mother who fights a demonic spell and transforms into the goddess Kali to save her daughter. If you’ve already watched it, we’re sure you’d love more films that celebrate the power of motherhood.

The following is a list of the best Bollywood’s iconic screen mothers:

1. The Sky Is Pink – Netflix
Priyanka Chopra plays Aditi Chaudhary in this movie, who is the mother of two children, Aisha and Ishaan. In addition to highlighting Aditi’s commitment to her daughter, who is near death, the movie masterfully depicts the difficulties of parenthood.

2. English Vinglish – Zee5
As Shashi, Sridevi portrays her unselfish love and sacrifices for her family. The movie chronicles Shashi’s quest for empowerment and self-awareness as she balances her responsibilities as a wife and mother.

3. Secret Superstar – Netflix
Through the bond between 15-year-old Insia, an aspiring singer, and her mother Najma, the endearing musical drama masterfully explores the concept of motherhood. The film highlights the transformational power of a mother’s love by showcasing Najma’s modest perseverance and steadfast support in the face of domestic persecution.

4. Helicopter Eela – JioHotstar
Eela, the movie’s title heroine, emphasizes the subtleties of parenting. As she tries to let go of her son, Kajol portrays a mother who occasionally conflates attachment with overprotection. The film illuminates the difficulties of balancing independence and caregiving by providing a moving depiction of a mother’s love.

5. Panga – JioHotstar
Through its protagonist, Jaya Nigam, a former kabaddi player who juggles her love of sports with her responsibilities as a wife and mother, the film masterfully conveys the essence of motherhood. In addition to examining themes of identity, ambition, and strength, the movie emphasizes the sacrifices, love, and devotion that accompany parenthood.

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6. Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway – Netflix
Debika Chatterjee, played by Rani Mukerji, is the main character of the movie. After her children are taken from her by Norwegian authorities, this Indian mother, who lives in Norway with her family, battles to get custody of them back.

7. Nil Battey Sannata – Prime Video
Chanda Sahay, portrayed by Swara Bhasker, is a single mother who supports her daughter’s schooling by working as a maid. The movie depicts her hardships, selflessness, and steadfast commitment to her daughter’s future, all characteristics that characterize parenthood.

8. Mom – Zee5
Sridevi plays a vigilante in the movie who decides to exact revenge on her stepdaughter after she is sexually abused at a party, and the court acquits her perpetrators.

9. Mother India – Prime Video
There wouldn’t be a list of the greatest movies that celebrate mothers without this one. A special place in our hearts belongs to the timeless classic with Nargis.

10. Salaam Venky – Zee5
In Slaam Venky, the actress plays a perfect mother who is faced with life’s greatest obstacle after learning that her son has muscular dystrophy. She is nevertheless committed to giving her child the best possible life.

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