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    14 Bollywood Movies To Watch If You're Treating This Valentine's Day As A Self-Care Day

    Wholesome movies, your couch, and a giant bowl of popcorn >>>>>>

    1. Queen (2013)

    The protagonist of Queen speaks to a group of people
    Viacom18 Motion Pictures

    Self-discovery, female friendships, great acting, and fabulous cinematography — what more do you need?

    2. Jab We Met (2007)

    Kareena looks at Shahid
    Shree Ashtavinayak Cine Vision Limited

    Yes, Jab We Met is a classic rom-com but I usually rewatch this film only for Geet and how she truly is her own favourite person!

    3. Wake Up Sid (2009)

    Ranbir and Konkona look at each other and converse
    Dharma Productions

    In case you're trying to find your true self and your potential in this world, this seems like a good movie to start with.

    4. Margarita with a Straw (2014)

    Kalki sips a drink out of a spiral straw
    Viacom18 Motion Pictures

    Margarita with a Straw is not only a beautiful film, but is also one of a kind! Kalki's stellar acting paired with an incredibly nuanced and sensitive portrayal of people with disabilities is why you need to watch this movie.

    5. English Vinglish (2012)

    Sridevi walks on the street with a purse behind her back
    Hope Productions

    Not only was it Sridevi's comeback film after a 15-year-long hiatus, English Vinglish had a wonderful story that resonated with lots of Indian women. It truly is a heartwarming watch.

    6. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

    Naina opens the window with a book in her hand
    Dharma Productions

    I know that Bunny is the most popular character of this film but I'd watch it for Naina who chose to let the love of her life go TWICE instead of forcing him to be in a relationship with her.

    7. Piku (2015)

    Irrfan drives Deepika around
    MSM Motion Pictures

    For a film that claims that your "emotions" are directly connected to your "motions", Piku makes sure to give you lots of feels with just a pinch of desi drama.

    8. Qarib Qarib Singlle (2017)

    Irrfan and Parvathy smile and walk around at a railway station
    JAR Pictures

    Qarib Qarib Singlle provides you a realistic glimpse of what online dating is like and also infuses a little bit of hope in you that it does often work out.

    9. Manmarziyaan (2018)

    Abhishek, Taapsee and Vicky converse
    Colour Yellow Productions

    Manmarziyaan is one film that fits in SO much character growth in a span of two hours! I love seeing the characters choosing and standing up for themselves and the ending had me feeling like a proud parent.

    10. Karwaan (2018)

    The three characters drink coconut water in a field
    RSVP Movies

    What I really admire about the story of Karwaan is that all three protagonists ultimately find some sort of peace and happiness individually and it does not become an unnecessary love triangle or romantic drama of some sort.

    11. Barfi! (2012)

    Priyanka and Ranbir in a still from the film
    UTV Motion Pictures

    An unconventional love story with so much tenderness, that it warms your heart — Barfi! is simply wholesome!

    12. Luck by Chance (2009)

    Konkona walks amongst a crowd of people
    Excel Entertainment

    This is a movie that is replete with drama, superb acting, and, most importantly, a character that walks away from her no-good boyfriend. We love a woman who won't settle for less! 

    13. Dear Zindagi (2016)

    SRK plays with a timer while Alia looks at him frustratingly
    Dharma Productions

    Dear Zindagi is, yet again, all about character growth. Oh and it also has Shah Rukh Khan. If you're going through a tough time, I suggest you watch this film, like, right now.

    14. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan (2020)