If you are done playing with colors then you might be looking for films to watch on Holi. We got your temptation and have brought 5 colorful Bollywood films that you can enjoy on the occasion of Holi.
Colorful films in this article refer to films that are vibrant not only in terms of color but also moods and themes. You would find a lot of effort in any one of the aspects of the film and may wanna watch it.
Raanjhanaa – Jio Cinema/Zee5
Raanjhanaa and Holi have become kinda inseparable from the last decade of Bollywood. That iconic Holi scene from Tum Tak may be the reason behind it, but you must notice that Raanjhanaa has a wide spectrum of moods.
In the beginning, the film captures the very essence of Varanasi which is colorful in itself. Then it shifts to Delhi and again to Varanasi, then the mood suddenly shifts to melancholic, political and depressing.
Dil Se… – Netflix
You must remember those extravagant costumes, extravagant Chhaiyyan Chhaiyyan songs, and the beautiful shots of Kerala.
Dil Se… is shot across multiple locations beginning from the northernmost to the extreme south of India. The film is extremely beautiful and deserves all the attention when you are looking for a colorful film.
Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram Leela – Jio Cinema/MX Player
Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela is a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film and his name stands out enough in itself. The extensive use of colors, music and dramatic dialogues keeps us on a rollercoaster all the time. The film is unmissable in the true sense.
Barfi! – Netflix
The film is extremely famous just the way it should have been. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and Illeana D’Cruz. It has great characters and the poetic direction makes it a great film to watch.
Silsila – Prime Video
You might have hesitation that this film arrived in 1981 and may be too old for today. But actually, Silsila is too modern even in 2023. By modern, we do not only mean the concept but the music, costumes, and overall execution. The film excels in all departments and of course, the popular Holi song needs not to be emphasized.