5 Recent Family Drama Films On OTT To Watch This Diwali Night

India celebrates Diwali, a glittering and prosperous celebration, with great excitement. And as the festival is approaching, we can't wait to put on our festive apparel, pray to God, light the diyas, and fervently celebrate the occasion. While spending Diwali outside is wonderful, planning a family movie session can make the day even more joyful.

Diwali is a day to spread joy, happiness, and love. Watching Bollywood family drama films can let you spend quality time with your loved ones on this day which is also meant for having a lot of fun. Here we have prepared a list of recent family drama films to watch on OTT that are perfect for a family movie night.

Family Drama Films To Watch On Diwali Night:

Maja Ma

The story centres on Pallavi, a dedicated housewife and loving mother who is confronted with secrets from her past. The film is about a Gujarati middle-class family. The story revolves around how she accepts certain truths that are essential to her identity and personality, as well as how they affect the people close to her. The twist in this family entertainment movie is never seen before. Along with the story, the cast, which also features Madhuri Dixit, Gajraj Rao, Ritwik Bhowmik, Barkha Singh, Srishti Shrivastava, and Sheeba Chaddha, offers good performances.

Stream on: Amazon Prime

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, starring Kartik Aaryan, Tabu, and Kiara Advani, is the sequel to the same-titled psychological horror-comedy starring Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan. You must have seen that movie, and perhaps you have also seen this one. Rewatch it with your family on Diwali night, though, and enjoy Manjulika's ghostly presence stalking a Rajasthani family. As a bonus, you get to meet Anjulika, Manjulika's sister and see the greatest twist. You will enjoy the performances by Tabu, Sanjay Mishra, Rajpal Yadav, Kiara Advani, and Kartik Aaryan.

Stream on: Netflix

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Jugjugg Jeeyo

Jugjugg Jeeyo is a straight-up family drama that delights in many ways. First, it's a movie you can watch and enjoy with your family. Second, there are interesting discussions about marriage and relationships mixed in with humour, emotion, and other elements. This movie is another modern family story, like all of Karan Johar's films. You will see how numerous relationships intersect; enjoy family drama; upbeat music; and enjoy stellar performances from Neetu Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Manish Paul, and Prajakta Koli, a debutante.

Stream on: Amazon Prime

Sita Ramam

Sita Ramam is a love story lived and doomed. Unrequited love, cross-country ties, and an appeal that harkens back to a time when letters were the primary mode of communication With your family enjoy Sita Ramam, a musical epic that skillfully combines tragedy and love. You'll like the poetic storytelling and the charming performances by Dulquer Salmaan, Mrunal Thakur (making her Telugu debut), Rashmika Mandanna, and Sumanth round out the cast.

Stream on: Amazon Prime

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Jayeshbhai Jordaar

It's nothing new in Hindi cinema to wrap a serious subject between slices of humour. Jayeshbhai Jordaar, a film about a Gujarati sarpanch's son who rebels against his patriarchal family to preserve his unborn daughter, addresses the issue of female infanticide. Ranveer Singh, Shalini Pandey, Boman Irani, and Ratna Pathak Shah play the main parts. In this comedy-drama-emotional movie, which stars Ranveer Singh in his first-ever father role, there is a blend of humour, drama, and feelings. You can watch the movie on Diwali night with your family and enjoy the excellent performances by the performers.

Stream on: Amazon Prime

Picture credit: Jayeshbhai Jordaar film