Celebrate National Youth Day With Inspiring Films Showcasing Young Aspirations And Challenges

National Youth Day, celebrated on January 12, is an ideal occasion to explore films that capture the vibrancy and dreams of young people. Here is a selection of movies that beautifully embody the spirit of youth.

Zoya Akhtar's "Gully Boy" draws inspiration from street rappers Divine and Naezy. The film tells the story of Murad, a resident of Dharavi played by Ranveer Singh, who dreams of becoming a rap artist. Despite facing poverty and his father's disapproval, Murad wins a music contest, establishing himself as a significant voice. The movie also features Alia Bhatt, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Raaz, Vijay Varma, and Kalki Koechlin. It is available on Amazon Prime Video.

"F.A.L.T.U," produced by Pooja Entertainment, critiques the education system and societal expectations on youth. Directed by Remo D'Souza, it follows four friends who create a fake college after failing to get into real ones. This venture unexpectedly becomes a hub for innovative learning methods. The film stars Jackky Bhagnani, Puja Gupta, and Chandan Roy Sanya and can be watched on Disney+ Hotstar.

Dear Zindagi

Gauri Shinde's "Dear Zindagi" addresses mental health issues and unresolved childhood traumas. Kaira, portrayed by Alia Bhatt, is an aspiring cinematographer struggling with abandonment issues affecting her relationships. Seeking therapy after a breakup leads her to Dr. Jehangir Khan (Shahrukh Khan), who helps her heal past wounds. Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and others, this film is available on Netflix.

Manjummel Boys (Malayalam)

The Malayalam film "Manjummel Boys," directed by Chidambaram, is inspired by the 2006 Guna Caves rescue incident. It depicts the strong bond among friends from Manjummel in Kochi during a vacation that turns perilous when one gets trapped in the caves. The cast includes Soubin Shahir and Sreenath Bhasi among others. You can watch it on Disney+ Hotstar.

Fakt Purusho Maate (Gujarati)

"Fakt Purusho Maate," a sequel to "Fakt Mahilao Maate," explores family dynamics and generational conflicts through humour. Directed by Jay Bodas and Parth Trivedi, it features Amitabh Bachchan in a cameo alongside Yash Soni and others. Set during Shraadh days, it portrays how a deceased patriarch disrupts his grandson's marriage plans. Produced by Anand Pandit and Vaishal Shah, this film can be viewed on ShemarooMe.

These films offer diverse narratives that reflect youthful aspirations and challenges while providing entertainment and thought-provoking themes for audiences to enjoy.