Karwa Chauth 2024 is around the corner! The special day is celebrated every year when married women fast for the well-being and longevity of their husbands. It is not about the practicality of the story, it is about the emotional value it holds for couples. This year, October 20 marks Karwa Chauth, and what is better than having a memorable throwback with some iconic Bollywood moments? Let's revisit some unforgettable Bollywood movies featuring Karwa Chauth moments on OTT:

Karwa Chauth special Bollywood movies to watch on OTT

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Amrish Puri, Anupam Kher, Farida Jalal

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Directed by Aditya Chopra, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is a favorite of all Bollywood junkies. The love story of Raj and Simran is still very fresh in our minds including their Karwa Chauth celebration. Simran pretends to faint and falls on the ground, only for Raj to enter without anyone noticing in the house. That’s when Raj feeds Simran and breaks her fast.

Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

Cast: Aishwarya Rai, Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Vikram Gokhale, Smita Jaykar

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Every Sanjay Leela Bhansali film speaks grandeur and this film is no less. The romantic musical drama of a newlywed discovering about his wife and her lover, and his quest to reunite the two. Amidst all of this, the film features the song Chand Chupa Badal Mein. This song draws parallels between fasting for true love and fasting for the sake of a ritual.

Biwi No 1

Cast: Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Sushmita Sen, Anil Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Tabu

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Biwi No 1 is one of the best releases of 1999. The film tells the story of a simple housewife heartbroken to find out about her husband’s extramarital affair. She attempts a glamorous transformation to get back his attention. The Karwa Chauth celebration is the climax of the film. When Pooja reaches Rupali’s house, she discovers Prem and Rupali celebrating Karwa Chauth. She asks Prem to choose between the two and what follows is the dramatic narrative.

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Kareena Kapoor, Hrithik Roshan, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is that one film every Bollywood fan has watched at least once. Karan Johar brings together emotions, drama, love, and comedy, to build a grand finale. In the iconic song Bole Chudiyan, Rahul and Anjali have a special Karwa Chauth celebration that has definitely set the standard for showcasing festivals in Bollywood. While Rahul and Anjali celebrate the ritual, Pooja and Rohan dance to the tunes.

Baghban

Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Salman Khan, Mahima Chaudhry, Paresh Rawal

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Baghban is an emotional roller coaster that one shouldn’t miss out on. It explores the theme of love that parents yearn for, from one another and from their children. When Raj and Pooja are separated due to their children, they celebrate Karwa Chauth over the phone. Both keep a fast for each other, but not with each other.

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