‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Happy New Year’, ‘Dil Chahta Hai’: Best Bollywood movies and OTT picks to watch on New Year’s Eve

Celebrating friendship and living life to its fullest is what the movie 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' is all about. The movie tells the story of three childhood friends who take a road trip through Spain and discover their true selves, the importance of love, courage, and friendship. The movie is filled with adventure, emotions, and some good life lessons. You will be inspired by the film after watching it to embrace the New Year with renewed hope. Watch this film at: Netflix

Want a fun movie to watch with your family? Check out ‘Happy New Year,’ a funny comedy-drama with Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Abhishek Bachchan. It’s about a weird group of dancers planning a big heist at a festive event. It’s got great songs, big dance scenes, and lots of jokes, so it’s great for New Year's Eve. Watch it on Netflix.

If you want something quieter and more emotional, ‘Gulmohar’ is a good family drama. It’s about the Batra family getting ready to move out of their old house after 34 years. Manoj Bajpayee and Sharmila Tagore are great in it. It’s about love, memories, and change, which makes it perfect for thinking about the past year. Watch it on Disney+ Hotstar.

No New Year celebration feels complete without revisiting this cult classic. ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ captures friendship, heartbreak, and self-discovery through the lives of three close friends. Its timeless appeal, memorable soundtrack, and relatable emotions make it a perfect companion for a cosy movie night as you step into the New Year with nostalgia and hope. Where to watch: Netflix / YouTube

‘Piku’ is a beautiful heartfelt Comedy-Drama that depicts A Father and Daughters bond. It features Amitabh Bachchan, Irrfan Khan and Deepika Padukone, it incorporates comedy with heartfelt moments as we follow the memorable adventure of a family who are travelling from Delhi to Kolkata by car. This makes an excellent choice to ring-in a wonderful evening, relaxed with family on the most memorable day of the year! Enjoy this Movie on Sony LIV.

Ending the Year on a positive with 3 Idiots; This Iconic film follows three friends as they question the current educational systems and pursue their own dreams. (Funny and emotional with an uplifting message), the movie would be a great addition to your new year celebration and would leave you with a sense of optimism for the coming year. Watch on Amazon Prime Video.

If the speech by Shashi at the conclusion of the Movie made you feel proud and had you feeling emotional then you may have been watching the film incorrectly. It is a touching story of how A housewife is trying very hard to gain the dignity and self-esteem from her children and husband and will probably resonate deep with many of you.