Forget Hollywood, Here Are Bollywood’s 5 Best Movies About True Love

Well, it's no secret that Bollywood has always been synonymous with romance, often weaving tales of love that have managed to captivate audiences around the world. While it's Hollywood that is often recognized for its portrayal of love, we are sure that Indian cinema has a lot to offer as well.

Hindi films take a unique approach by weaving emotion, cultural richness and music into the fabric of romantic films. Whether tragic, comedic, or heartfelt, Bollywood's love stories are unforgettable, that's for sure.

So here are five of the best Bollywood films about true love that have stood the test of time.

1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

You always judge a movie by its cast, right? So what if we say this one has the best actors? The acclaimed king of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, plays the part of the main male character, Raj, who falls desperately in love with the amazing Kajol’s character, Simran. But the thing is she is about to get married to another man her father approves of, and Raj has to become creative not to let that happen.

The movie is not only about romantic love, but also about respecting traditions, family ties and the sacrifices one makes for love. Its iconic scenes and songs like Tujhe Dekha To and Mere Haath Mein make you fall in love with the movie and its characters in an instant.

2. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

Only a person with a heart of stone will not cry while watching this movie. Directed by the brilliant Karan Johar, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is a family drama that explores love in different forms. There's love between parents and children, between siblings, and of course, romantic love. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham reminds us that true love isn't just about romance; it's about forgiveness, acceptance and coming together after disagreements.

Once again it follows Shah Rukh Khan as main male protagonist, Rahul, but the cast is full of other huge names, such as Kajol, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor and others.

3. Veer-Zaara (2004)

Set against the backdrop of political tensions between India and Pakistan, Veer-Zaara is a touching story of love that goes beyond borders. Directed by one of India's finest directors, Yash Chopra, the movie follows Veer, brilliantly played by Shah Rukh Khan, an Indian Air Force officer, and Zaara, played by Preity Zinta, a Pakistani woman. At the heart of the story is their love, which faces impossible challenges due to the strained relationship between their countries.

Their love story is a tragic one, filled with everything that could go wrong: separation, sacrifice, a decades-long struggle to reconnect. But the scene of their reunion, under one of the most beautiful songs Tere Liye, is so powerful that it makes you believe in true love once again.

4. Jab We Met (2007)

This 100% rated Bollywood gem offers a lighter, yet deeply meaningful take on love. The film follows the journey of Aditya, a depressed businessman, and Geet, a free-spirited woman who meets him while traveling. What starts as an unexpected friendship soon turns into love as both characters find healing and growth through their time together.

“This movie was a big milestone for Bollywood. The concept of Rom-Com has changed since this film. The fashion sense which is still popular today (Jeans with Kurti). The songs which never get old or boring. The dialogues which are filmy, but delivered in the most natural way,” Redditor hans-nolan said.

5. Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012)

Jab Tak Hai Jaan is a heartfelt love story that combines passion, sacrifice and destiny. Starring Shah Rukh Khan as Samar, a bomb disposal expert, and Katrina Kaif as Meera, his love interest, the movie explores their relationship that becomes complicated after Meera makes a deal with God to save Samar and gives Him her word not to pursue romance with the man. You'll be surprised how that works out.