Kajol’s Maa Released: Revisit These 5 Beautiful Mother-Daughter Bollywood Films

Maa is a mythological-horror drama starring Kajol in a fierce avatar as a protective mother battling supernatural forces to save her daughter. Directed by Vishal Furia and penned by Saiwyn Quadras, the film also features Ronit Roy, Indraneil Sengupta, and Kherin Sharma in pivotal roles. Produced by Ajay Devgn, Jyoti Deshpande, and Kumar Mangat Pathak, and presented under the banners of Devgn Films and Jio Studios, With Kajol’s much-awaited film Maa now in theatres.

The Sky Is Pink is an emotional biographical drama that tells the story of Aisha Chaudhary, a young girl battling a terminal illness, through her own voice. At its heart, the film beautifully captures the bond between Aisha and her mother, played by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who fights relentlessly—emotionally and physically—to keep her daughter’s spirit alive. The film portrays the mother as a pillar of strength, resilience, and unconditional love, highlighting the deep, unshakeable connection shared between them even in the face of tragedy.

Secret Superstar is an inspiring coming-of-age drama that highlights the powerful bond between a daughter with dreams and a mother who quietly empowers her. The story follows Insia, a gifted teenage singer, who aspires to break free from her conservative household and abusive father. Her mother, played by Meher Vij, becomes her silent strength—encouraging her talent and risking everything to help her voice be heard.

Jazbaa is a gripping emotional thriller that showcases a mother’s fierce determination to save her child. Starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as Anuradha Verma, a successful criminal lawyer, the film follows her desperate race against time when her daughter is kidnapped. Forced to defend a criminal to secure her daughter’s release, Anuradha’s journey highlights a mother’s strength, moral dilemma, and willingness to fight the system. 

Mai is a gripping Netflix thriller that follows Sheel Chaudhary, a quiet, middle-class mother who transforms into a fearless avenger after her daughter’s mysterious death. Played by Sakshi Tanwar, Sheel digs deep into a web of crime and corruption, showing the unstoppable strength of a mother seeking justice. The series stands out for its emotional depth and powerful performance at the heart of a suspense-filled story.

Nil Battey Sannata is a heartwarming mother-daughter drama that centers on single mom Chanda (Swara Bhaskar), who works multiple jobs and returns to school to motivate her teenage daughter Apeksha (Apu) (Ria Shukla) to overcome her academic struggles. As Chanda and Apu compete in math class, their relationship transforms, each inspiring the other to dream bigger.