Mumbai: A father embraces a multitude of roles - being a superhero, a support system, a buddy and a guide all at once. This Father’s Day, get ready to experience a gamut of emotions: happiness, joy, sadness, regret and inspiration with this compelling list of seven films, audio and web series that explore the many facets of fatherhood.
Marvel’s Wastelanders: Hawkeye
Platform: Audible
Thirty years ago, the villains of the world rose and killed all the heroes. Well, all the heroes that mattered. The sole survivor of the Avengers, Hawkeye (Jaideep Ahlawat) is now a sideshow freak, re-living the worst day of his life for paying audiences. He's surly, broken, and losing his sight, but there's still that fire in him to be a hero, to avenge his friends. Hawkeye gets an unexpected visitor, his estranged 17-year-old daughter Ash (Prajakta Koli) on her quest for vengeance after losing her best friend. Tune into this gripping Hindi Audible Original podcast series to experience Jaideep Ahlawat and Prajakta Koli portraying the ultimate father-daughter duo avenging the death of their loved ones.
Platform: Audible
This audiobook is about the journey of a father, Ziauddin Yousafzai, fighting for equality not only for his daughter, Malala Yousafzai but for all girls around the world living in patriarchal societies. Narrated through intimate portraits of each of Ziauddin’s closest relationships – as a son to a traditional father; as a father to Malala and her brothers, educated and growing up in the West; as a husband to a wife finally learning to read and write; as a brother to five sisters still living in the patriarchy – ‘Let Her Fly’ looks at what it means to love, to have courage and fight for what is inherently right. Personal in its detail and universal in its themes, this audiobook is an inspiring listen for all fathers.
Platform: Audible
Tusshar Kapoor a popular Bollywood actor, and father encapsulates the journey of being a father in the Audible audiobook ‘Bachelor Dad’. Documented in a straightforward, fun, no-holds-barred, and incisive first-person narrative, Tusshar reveals interesting childhood anecdotes, the process of raising a child as a single man in India, how the search for the perfect soulmate doesn't stop after having a child, and finally how his son, Laksshya, changed his life forever.
Platform: Prime Video
‘Drishyam 2,’ the sequel to the 2015 Malayalam thriller ‘Drishyam,’ picks up where the first film left off. The movie showcases the strong bond between Vijay Salgaonkar and his family as they face the repercussions of his past actions. A commercial success, the film keeps you on the edge of your seat with its suspenseful narrative that throws curveballs as the shadows of the past resurface. It's a thrilling watch that celebrates both paternal love and the unwavering strength of family.
Platform: Prime Video
An absolute tear-jerker, this award-winning series is a must-watch with the family. It delves into the stories of three siblings and the complexities of fatherhood across generations. From Jack's unwavering support to Randall's journey to find his biological father, ‘This is Us’ presents a relatable and emotional narrative of the father-child bond. Keep the tissue box handy for this one and prepare for an experience that will remind you of the power of family and leave you feeling grateful for them.
Platform: Netflix
‘Hi Nanna’ is a heartwarming Telugu language film that celebrates the bond between a single father, Viraj, and his daughter, Mahi. The daughter who is suffering from cystic fibrosis is curious about her mother and seeks help from her new friend to convince her dad to share more about their love story and details about her mother. But why did her mother abandon them? To know more, watch the film which is a beautiful depiction of how a father shields his child from every problem and the special relationship between a father and daughter, making it an ideal watch this Father’s Day.
Platform: Netflix
This inspiring true story follows Chris Gardner, a newly single dad struggling to make ends meet when he joins a brokerage firm to become a stockbroker. Will Smith delivers a powerful performance as Chris, who is determined to lift himself and his son out of poverty and work his way up at the firm. The film is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the incredible sacrifices fathers make for their children. It's a perfect watch as an ode to all fathers who go above and beyond to provide for their families and make their dreams come true.
