From quirky to emotional coming-of-age bonds, Bollywood has always loved celebrating father–daughter relationships. Whether it’s a dad becoming his daughter’s best friend or learning to grow with her, these stories hit differently with audiences due to their emotions and relatability.
Here’s a list of Bollywood’s most refreshing father–daughter duos we can’t stop loving:
Amitabh Bachchan & Deepika Padukone – Piku
They gave us the most relatable chaos ever—fun and relatable bickering mixed with pure affection. Their bond felt so real and rooted, it set a new benchmark for heartfelt father–daughter storytelling.
R. Madhavan & Rakul Preet Singh – De De Pyaar De 2
A refreshing and fun take on the modern dad and daughter relationship. R Madhavan and Rakul’s effortless chemistry and the growth of a father’s journey from being protective to accepting his daughter’s bold choice are winning the hearts of the audiences.
Alia Bhatt & Pankaj Kapur – Shaandaar
Cute and full of warmth, Pankaj Kapur and Alia Bhatt delivered a sweet father–daughter bond. In spite of not sharing a blood relation, their mutual understanding and deep affection for one another struck a chord with people.
Irrfan Khan & Radhika Madan—Angrezi Medium
A father willing to move worlds for his daughter’s dreams! This pairing remains one of Bollywood’s most emotional and unforgettable portrayals of unconditional love.
Pankaj Tripathi & Janhvi Kapoor—Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl
Pankaj Tripathi’s portrayal of a dad who empowers, uplifts, and truly listens to his daughter is inspirational. Together, they brought authenticity and heart to a story about courage, ambition, and belief.