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Bollywood Travel Movies: Top 30 for Wanderlust

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Are you looking for some good Bollywood travel movies to fuel your wanderlust? You are in the right place. This post has some amazing suggestions for epic Bollywood movies about travel.

Do you feel inspired to travel to any country or city or location after seeing it in a movie? It happens to me all the time. Travel movies fuel my wanderlust like nothing.

More often than not, I fall in love with the picture-perfect locales and gorgeous destinations shown in the movies more than the storyline or actors. Well, travel movies satiate a traveler in me.

Lately, traveling has become a vital part of our lifestyle. We now understand the importance of investing in experiences over materialistic things. Resultantly, travel has become an important theme for Bollywood filmmakers too.

We already have an ultimate list of the best travel movies of all time . But, this list doesn’t include Bollywood movies. So, I thought of curating a list of the most loved travel movies in Bollywood for all those Bollywood fans.

So, what are we waiting for? Let’s travel virtually with Bollywood. Are you wondering if the language will be a barrier while watching these Hindi movies on travel? But when do emotions and wanderlust need a language?

So just hit play!

Best Bollywood Travel Movies of All Time

#1 zindagi na milegi dobara (2011).

This one’s my all-time favorite. I’ve watched it like 10 times or more (actually I’ve lost count). I never get tired of it. It’s that amazing. So we will have to begin our list of Best Indian travel movies with this film.

3 best friends. 1 EPIC road trip. All things awesome!

ZNMD is about three friends who set on a bachelor’s trip to Spain (which they had planned during their college) to overcome their fears. They inspire the viewers to plan a Spanish vacation as they road-tripped from Barcelona to Costa Brava to Seville to Buñol to Pamplona enjoying the famous La Tomatina Festival and taking on adventures like deep-sea diving, skydiving, and a bull run along the way.

I added the ultimate road trip through Spain to my Europe bucket list before even the movie was finished. The movie has all the ingredients to revive the traveler in you. This is one of the inviting Bollywood road trip movies that will want you to pack your bags and head off.

There are a few movies that make you fall in love with your life, and ZNMD is one of those!

#2 Queen (2013)

Queen inspires all the girls out there to drop their fears, take a call, and travel solo at least once in their lifetime. The movie is about a girl who embarks on a solo trip to Paris which was supposed to be her honeymoon trip.

Rani, the main protagonist falls in love with herself while wandering around the gorgeous streets of Paris and Amsterdam . The movie beautifully redefined the concept of solo travel. The journeys we take by ourselves are the journeys we take into ourselves, indeed.

#3 Dil Chahta Hai (2001)

This is the movie that I watched with my best friends and yes we were living the movie while watching it. This for sure remains one of the best travel movies in Bollywood. Any youngster who watches this movie can’t help but crave to take a road trip to Goa with friends. With a beautiful storyline of how three friends discover the beauty of their friendship and life while on a trip to Goa, the movie set a record.

Dil Chahta Hai features quaint beach towns, golden-sand beaches, palm-fringed coastlines, back-country spice farms, quintessential churches and forts, and mouth-watering Goa Cuisine. This movie has contributed a lot to tourism in Goa. The movie also showcases the iconic city of Sydney, Australia .

#4 Swades (2004)

All the NRI (Non-Resident Indians) would be able to relate to the movie Swades which will make them teary-eyed. It is a movie about an NRI played by Shahrukh Khan, who works in NASA and comes to India to discover his roots. He wants to take his nanny to the US along with him.

He takes on the journey on a luxury caravan that he rides and takes through rustic rural India and shows the warmth of people. It showcases the beautiful and vibrant culture of India and the value system that we believe in.

This movie would surely be nostalgic for many living far away from their homeland and remaining in the dilemma of returning back.

#5 Highway (2014)

Imtiaz Ali never fails to charm his viewers. The Highway is a film about a girl who’s kidnapped and put in a truck that travels to Kashmir via Delhi , Punjab , Haryana , Rajasthan , and Himachal Pradesh . The movie beautifully brings out the beauty of freedom through this Bollywood road trip movie.

The snow-clad mountains, crystal-clear rivers, lush green landscape, tiny hamlets of Pahalgam , Aru Valley , Spiti , and the highways of North India – the movie captures the essence of travel in India.

#6 Tamasha (2015)

Another gem from Imtiaz Ali. Tamasha transports you to the beautiful French island of Corsica .

From Turquoise blue waters and stunning bays, to rugged peaks, gorgeous landscapes, medieval charm, and everything in between, the movie captures Corsica in a way that this breathtaking island becomes your bucket list destination.

#7 Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. (2007)

Six honeymooning couples set on an eventful road trip from Mumbai to Goa on a tourist bus and discover secrets about their significant others along the journey that reshapes and redefines their relationship with each other.

The trip changed their lives forever.

#8 Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

DDLJ, a directorial debut by Aditya Chopra, made me fall in love with the Swiss Alps and has been a dream destination that I wish to visit with my husband.

The story revolves around the love story of a boy and girl, both NRI living in London who meet on a vacation in Europe with their friends. They both travel on the Eurostar with their friends to exotic locations of Zweissimen , Gstaad , Jungfrau , and Interlaken .

This is one film that even lists 1001 movies that you must watch before you die. Can you believe the movie ran in a theater in Maharashtra for more than 20 years?

So how can this movie not be a part of the Best Bollywood travel movies?

#9 Dil Dhadakne Do (2015)

This movie made me fall in love with cruise trips. Ayesha plans a 10-day cruise sailing through Turkey , Tunisia , Egypt , Spain , Italy , and France to celebrate her parent’s anniversary and the trip connects the dysfunctional family through a series of experiences.

It’s so exciting to see the characters exploring a new country every day! Being on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean can be insanely gorgeous and intensely cathartic. The visuals are inspiring and capture the essence of each country – the vibe and the culture.

#10 Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

The movie charms its viewers with the adorable characters of Naina and Bunny, the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir , and the royal vibe of Rajasthan .

The first half of the movie showcases the characters enjoying hiking the snow-covered Himalayas and the second half takes you through the magnificent forts and palaces of Rajasthan.

It gives some serious destination wedding goals. They can be so much fun. The movie has that feel-good factor. It beautifully motivates people to take time to travel and spend time with friends.

These Hindi movies on travel are here to give you some serious travel goals.

#11 Jab We Met (2007)

This is another movie I never get tired of watching. With an engaging storyline, incredible actors, and a mind-boggling and life-changing journey through various cities and towns ( Ratlam , Kota , Bhatinda , Manali , and Shimla ) in India by different modes like a train, bus, rickshaw, cycle, jeep, and even truck, Jab We Met is a delight for eyes as well as the soul.

I took a trip to Rohtang Pass after seeing the snowy landscapes and a narrow road with snowy walls on either side of Rohtang Pass in Jab We Met. Such road trip movies in Bollywood do inspire you to add them to your bucket list. The two protagonists, Geet and Aditya look so adorable together that you can’t get enough of them.

I realized that trips that don’t have a plan and are spontaneous can be so much fun(risky though but hey life’s all about taking risks). Sometimes, it’s good to have no plan 🙂

#12 Piku (2015)

With a tale of a complicated yet beautiful father-daughter relationship, Piku touches hearts. The movie is set in the capital city of India. The road trip from Delhi to Kolkata en route to the spiritual city of Varanasi is the soul of the movie.

The trip brings out the differences between the lead actors (father and daughter) eventually bonding them by the end of the journey.

The quaint charm of Varanasi and the old-world charm of Kolkata will tickle the traveler in you.

#13 Anjaana Anjaani (2010)

Anjaana Anjaani is an intriguing tale about two heartbroken people who met just when they were about to end their lives and decided to live life to the fullest before ending their lives. Together, they embark on a road trip from New York to Las Vegas .

#14 Road, Movie (2002)

It’s all about a road trip across India’s royal state of Rajasthan . Road, Movie features Rajasthan in its raw form and attracts backpackers and travelers across the world to embark on a soul-stirring journey across Rajasthan.

Road, Movie is a story of a boy Vishnu who journeys across Rajasthan to deliver an antique truck that belongs to his father to a local museum.

#15 Barfi (2012)

This coming-of-age movie is set in West Bengal’s picturesque hill station of Darjeeling . You are sure to be charmed by the heartfelt story and stunning locations as Barfi, the protagonist cycles through Darjeeling’s charming streets featuring rolling tea estates, lush green forests, and mist-covered peaks.

The Clock Tower, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and Glenary’s Cafe are some of the most famous landmarks of Darjeeling featured in the movie. In the second half of the movie, the city of Joy – Kolkata and its colonial charm make your heart flutter.

#16 London Paris New York (2012)

It’s a tale of two characters and the world’s three iconic cities – London , Paris , and New York . The movie unfurls a love story between the two of them as they meet, separate, and reunite while traveling through these three cities.

The film didn’t do well but truly captures the beauty of the cities that invariably find a place on every traveler’s list.

#17 Chalo Dilli (2011)

Chalo Dilli is about two contrasting characters who travel together on a road trip from Mumbai to Delhi to explore the colors and cultures of India’s rural and urban towns.

#18 3 Idiots (2009)

3 Idiots played a vital role in making Leh Ladakh a popular destination. The climax of the movie features an unusually beautiful Himalayan lake – Pangong Tso that stretches between India and China. The lake instantly became a hot destination after the release of the movie. Otherwise, the offbeat location turned into one of the most touristy places in India. These are the after-effects of the best Indian travel movies.

The local eateries, restaurants, hotels, camps, and lodges mushroomed along the banks of the lake and amusingly most of them are named after the movie or its characters’ names.

Some of the parts of the movie are shot in Druk White Lotus School in Leh which is now also known as ‘Rancho School.’ Rancho is the name of the main protagonist in the movie.

#19 Chennai Express (2013)

This one’s epic as it takes you on an epic journey from Mumbai to Rameshwaram . The characters travel via train and road from Mumbai to Rameshwaram stopping by stunning places along the way.

Featured in the movie are – the utterly beautiful Dudhsagar Falls in Goa , the rolling tea gardens of Munnar in Kerala , the little town of Pollachi in Coimbatore , Vattamalai Murugan Temple in Tamil Nadu , and the iconic Pamban Bridge (the first sea bridge in India that connects Rameshwaram on Pamban Island to mainland India).

The awe-inspiring landscapes of South India will urge you to travel to this beautiful part of India.

#20 Jab Harry Met Sejal (2017)

It’s the story of a girl who loses her engagement ring on a trip, takes the help of a tour guide to search for the ring, and eventually falls for him.

The movie takes you through multiple locations in Europe – Budapest , Vienna , Amsterdam , Lisbon , Prague , and Frankfurt . You get to experience the culture of Punjab in India at the end of the film as the last few scenes are shot in the ancient town of Noor Mahal, Punjab .

#21 Hum Tum (2004)

In a light-hearted movie, Hum Tum travels to the amazing destinations of Delhi , Amsterdam , USA , Paris , and Mumbai as the two main characters, Karan and Rhea (unknowingly and unwantedly) bump into each other at different intervals in their lives.

I have been dying to visit Amsterdam since the time I watched Hum Tum. Doesn’t this happen to you when you watch Bollywood movies on travel?

#22 Jagga Jasoos (2017)

The film is about a curious boy who embarks on an expedition to search for his lost father and meets the love of his life along the journey.

The movie starts in a beautiful hill station in West Bengal, Darjeeling , and later on, lets you explore some of the most unexplored parts of South Africa and Morocco .

#23 Rang De Basanti (2006)

The movie is based on a rebellious concept that tastefully blends the elements of history, patriotism, sacrifice, and politics. It’s primarily set in Delhi but also features the famous attractions in Jaipur and Punjab .

Remember that song ‘Masti Ki Pathshala’ from the movie? It was shot at the baoli in Nahargarh Fort in Jaipur . The beautiful mustard fields of Punjab make your heart crave to run through those fields of yellow mustard flowers. The famous Golden Temple of Amritsar , the Hola Mohalla Festival of Anandpur Sahib, and the famed Durga Sarai Fort of Ludhiana make RDB a must-watch for the right dose of wanderlust.

#24 PK (2014)

Apart from the unusual tale of an alien stuck on the earth, what caught my attention was the picture book city of Bruges in Belgium which served as a perfect setting for the love story in the first half of the movie.

The gorgeous canals, charming cobbled streets, and medieval buildings made me fall in love with Bruges . Did you know PK is the first Bollywood movie shot in Bruges?

The movie also takes you through some of the most intriguing sites in Delhi like Agrasen ki Baoli , Chandni Chowk , Connaught Place , and the colorful countryside town of Rajasthan , Mandwa . You’ll get a taste of the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

#25 Fanaa (2006)

I loved Fanaa. It features the stunning heritage sites in Delhi and the other-worldly beauty of Kashmir . The movie beautifully captures the best of both destinations.

In the first half of the movie, you’ll see the main protagonists exploring the architectural wonders in Delhi – Red Fort, Qutub Minar , Humayun’s Tomb , India Gate , and Purana Qila .

The second half of the movie features the snow-clad Himalayas, chinar trees, and quaint wooden houses in Kashmir .

#26 Kaal (2005)

Kaal is a thriller movie that’s shot in one of the most famous national parks in India or rather the world – Jim Corbett National Park . You explore the exotic wildlife and forests in India from the comfort of your couch as the mystery unfolds.

#27 Love Aaj Kal (2009)

A pinch of romance, a dash of comedy, a sprinkle of drama, and a lot of places – Love Aaj Kal gracefully portrays the complications of long-distance relationships.

The story takes you on a jaunt through London , Delhi , Kolkata , Punjab , and San Francisco . With beautiful visuals from the quaint villages of Punjab , narrow streets of Old Delhi , colorful locales of London , the oldest neighborhoods of Kolkata , and a sight of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Fransisco , Love Aaj Kal pushes you to leave the comforts of home and explore the world.

Its sequel, Love Aaj Kal 2 perfectly showcases the beauty of the untouched and quaint village of Chitkul in Himachal Pradesh at the Indo-Tibetan border aka The Last Village of India .

This is what I love about Imitiaz Ali. His every movie takes you to bucket-list-worthy destinations with his characters and casts a spell of travel on its audience. His movies Breathe, Dream, and Live Travel.

#28 Lootera (2013)

Lootera is a story set in the ’50s. The daughter of an aristocrat falls in love with a visiting archeologist from West Bengal without knowing a secret his life holds. It’s shot in quaint and laid-back locations in India – Khajjiar , Dalhousie , and Manikpur, West Bengal .

The snow-clad mountains, colorful wooden houses, lush meadows, striking deodar forests, and pretty lakes – Khajjiar pulls you as you appreciate the beauty it holds with every scene.

#29 Ek Tha Tiger (2012)

The movie is an absolute treat with some of the world’s most amazing destinations it’s shot in – Istanbul , Mardin , Havana , Bangkok , Phuket , Delhi , and Dublin .

Ek Tha Tiger is a story of a RAW agent, Tiger who travels to Dublin to keep an eye on an Indian scientist suspected of leaking nuclear secrets with ISI where he meets the love of his life, Zoya, a spy from Pakistan.

A traveler in you will also love its sequel, Tiger Zinda Hai which features beautiful locations across five different countries – Abu Dhabi , Austria , Greece , Morocco , and India .

With exotic destinations charming viewers, Bollywood movies about travel are rising.

#30 English Vinglish (2012)

One of the last movies of my all-time favorite actress, Sridevi – English Vinglish is a heartfelt story of a woman named Shashi who’s made to feel insecure and inferior just because she doesn’t speak English by her husband and daughter.

The film touches your soul as Shashi sets on a transformational solo journey to the Big Apple (NYC) to attend the wedding of her sister’s daughter. You can enjoy iconic sights and attractions in New York from Central Park, and Times Square to Brooklyn Bridge, and Fifth Avenue. One of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, New York City makes her feel as if she belongs here.

The song Manhattan is so powerful that you end up planning a trip to New York before even the movie ends.

Well, the list is endless. So shall your trips be…

I’m sure our list of 30 top Bollywood travel movies will inspire you enough to pack your bags and set out for the once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Did we miss your favorite Bollywood travel movie? Would you like us to add it to the list? Share the name of the movie with us in the comments section below.

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6 thoughts on “Bollywood Travel Movies: Top 30 for Wanderlust”

It’s a nice list of movies- however, you are missing on the important one and that’s Bombay to Goa. but the post was a decent read.

We are glad that you liked it. Oh yes, we missed the cult Bombay to Goa that probably started the trend of travel movies in Bollywood. Will include it in next update. Thanks for the suggestion.

My favorite is dil chahta hai..and swadesh…

I guess there’ll be no one who doesn’t like Dil Chahta Hai and Swadesh. Such amazing movies

It’s a nice list of movies- however, you missed one more movie and that’s “Karwaan” by Irfan khan.

Thanks Rajat. Glad that you liked the list. Yeah, Karwan is a nice movie. I am sure there would be many more great travel related movies.

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15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

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We know how it feels when you can’t go on that dream trip for some reason (pandemic, work, bank balance…there are so many reasons!) and end up settling for some activity close to home. But don’t worry. Here’s a great idea. Why don’t you plan a movie night this weekend and start binging on some awesome Indian movies that celebrate travel? Feed your wanderlust virtually and keep the popcorn handy to feed your hunger pangs. Here are 15 Indian movies that we have picked for the traveller in you. Maybe they will help you plan an actual trip once the time is right.

Bollywood Movies That Inspired Travel

Karwaan | #1 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 7.6/10

Watch it on: Amazon Prime Video

Karwaan is a recent movie, in which you will mostly see a road trip around picturesque locations and landscapes of South India, namely, Kochi, Ooty, and lastly, Bangalore. This movie will help you appreciate the unpredictable nature of life and the new things that can come along anytime. It will make you want to go on a long drive to places that are gorgeously green, soaked in ethnic charm and full of warm people.

Highway | #2 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

Watch it on: Disney+ Hotstar

This movie takes you on a ride across India. You get to see all these interesting places through the eyes of a girl who has been abducted. She, like many others, rediscovers her dream of living in the mountains and breathing clean air. And that is exactly what she does, towards the end of the movie. This movie will set you free, fill you with hopes and desires while giving you the strength to travel the world and follow your heart.

  3. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

Zindagi Na Milegi Doobara | #3 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 8.2/10

Watch it on: Netflix

This is that movie that inspired many Indians to pack their bags and go on a trip to Spain. Even after a decade, it remains one of the most favourite movies for us. The story explores the life of three friends, who fly to Spain due to their pact and participate in exciting activities like Bull Run, skydiving and underwater diving. They go on road trips, feel the wind in their hair, and even participate in the famous La Tomatina Festival where people go absolutely wild with lush tomatoes. Towards the end, we get to see how travelling and having new experiences together changed all of them. Watch this movie with your friends on a lazy weekend and don’t be surprised if you end up going on an impromptu trip.

Queen | #4 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

Watch it on: Netflix, Voot

Who said you need a partner to go on a honeymoon trip? Watch a 24-year-old girl take a solo trip to the romantic city of Paris and then super cool Amsterdam, while making friends along the way. Despite being from a small town, she finds herself having fun at the bar, sharing a hostel room with strangers, and dancing on the streets. Although you’ll learn a lot of life lessons from this one, but the most important lesson is that everything happens for the best. A heartbroken yet hopeful girl discovers herself and the new world before her in this exciting travel movie that will make you want to hop on to the next flight and go somewhere that you’ve never been to.

Tamasha | #5 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 7.3/10

Watch it on: Netflix, Zee 5

This beautiful movie helped many Indians discover a new European destination, Corsica. A Mediterranean island that combines craggy mountains, verdant forests and sun-kissed beaches, Corsica stole the show instantly when the movie was released. The amazing cinematography and well-selected locations made this movie popular among the youth. It also shows parts of Kolkata and Shimla. You must watch this for an entirely new perspective on travelling and life that might change you for the better.

Piku | #6 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

Watch it on: Sony Liv

Funny, clever and uniquely told, Piku is a film that showcases a remarkable road trip from Delhi to Kolkata. It is peppered with some relatable moments for all of us. Apart from including some great shots of the City of Joy, it makes you yearn for sumptuous Bengali dishes, the laidback charm of Kolkata and how heart-warming it is to meet loved ones after years. It’s a great family movie that might make you want to spend every moment of your life to the fullest and make great memories with near and dear ones.

7. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

Dilwale Dhulania Le Jayenge | #7 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

A famous movie that still appeals to multiple generations, DDLJ takes you on a beautiful journey around Europe. It starts with a train journey in Switzerland and ends with a train journey in India. Essentially, journeys are the heart of this romantic movie. In the beginning of the movie, you will get to admire stunning views of London and Switzerland, while in the latter part, you will come across familiar farms in Punjab. Watch this movie to rekindle your wanderlust.

8. Chalo Dilli

Chalo Dilli | #8 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 6.8/10

Watch it on: Amazon Prime Video, Zee 5

This movie helps you see India in ways you have never seen before probably. It presents the perfect blend of what travelling in India is like. You will get to enjoy a road trip (virtually) along with train rides from Mumbai to Delhi that will make you feel like you’re travelling with the movie characters. From small towns and villages to majestic buildings and swanky urban setting, you will find everything in this film.

9. Finding Fanny

Finding Fanny | #9 of 15Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

 IMDb Rating: 5.7/10

Eager to go on a memorable road trip around the most beautiful parts of Goa and Karnataka? Then you are sure to fall in love with this movie. As the characters embark on a journey to find the lost love of a postman, they end up showing us how good a road trip can be, especially when it doesn’t go as planned.

10. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani | #10 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 7.2/10

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani has helped revive and reinvent the way people travel in India. It takes us on a whirlwind tour of Manali, Paris and Udaipur. Kabir (Bunny) moves the audience in many ways, with his perspective on life, world and friendships, while making us all want to explore unknown places and live life to the fullest. This is a must watch for anyone who loves to travel.

  11. Dil Chahta Hai

Dil Chahta Hai | #11 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

 IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

If you are a movie and travel aficionado, this is probably the first film that made you want to head out and enjoy life. This all-time favourite film also makes you reflect on life and how it doesn’t always go as planned. Three friends who decide to meet on a trip to Goa every year, soon take different routes in life, but somehow end up being together again. It is Dil Chahta Hai that has made Chapora Fort in North Goa a tourist hotspot. Apart from Goa, you will also catch a glimpse of Dudhsagar Falls and get to admire some stunning visuals of Sydney.

12. Jab Harry Met Sejal

Jab Harry Met Sejal | #12 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 5.3/10

This is a movie that takes you through Europe in a quest to find a lost engagement ring. You will especially love the quaint Budapest visuals, with its old-world architectures and riverfront beauty. The charm of this film is in the quirky nature of its characters and the way they travel together, which will make you want to go on unplanned trips and have new experiences that you will remember throughout your life.

Swades | #13 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

This movie beautifully invokes the feeling of love for our country, its culture and way of living, especially in villages. Away from the hustle bustle of busy towns and a foreign country, the protagonist travels around villages, trying to help the people living at a grassroot level. It is a unique film that will make you want to explore remote and rustic regions of India and maybe even stay there for a while.

14. Jab We Met

Jab We Met | #14 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

 IMDb Rating: 7.9/10

Watch it on: Netflix, Zee 5, Amazon Prime Video

A journey that starts on a train, showing us the life of two completely different strangers who happened to sit across each other, will leave you with a smile in the end. You will get to explore the earthy warmth of Punjab and quaint beauty of Shimla, thanks to the unexpected twists and turns the story takes. It is a must watch for anyone who loves Bollywood and travelling.

15. Chennai Express

Chennai Express | #15 of 15 Indian Movies That will Inspire the Traveller in You

IMDb Rating: 6.1/10

Just like any other Goa trip, this movie starts with excited friends wanting to have fun in the beach haven of India, but when the protagonist travels by Chennai Express, nothing stays the same. He ends up in beautiful South Indian villages, which is why you get to admire some exquisite scenes in Munnar, Meesapulimala, Kannimala, etc. Do watch this movie if you’re planning to visit South India soon. Verdant greenery, gentle backwaters and rustic charm await you. 

So, are you all set for an exciting movie night that satisfies your traveller soul too? No matter which place steals your heart, you can plan a solo trip, a trip with your partner, friends or family. To make the trip an easy and affordable one, chalk out a detailed itinerary and book all your tickets in advance.

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7 Bollywood Travel Movies that every travel lover must watch!

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What is going on in 2020? I had made so many travel plans for this year. But now, I find myself stuck at home with restrictions on travel making me dump all my plans. Since I cannot go outside freely, I have been watching movies, especially travel movies to keep myself hooked to the plans. Maybe, I can keep up with them once this pandemic comes to a standstill.

Well, who isn’t a fan of Hollywood travel movies like The Secret Life of Walter Mitty , Into the Wild and The Motorcycle Diaries ? There are quite a few that will multiply your love for travel. For people in India, good news is that more and more movies based on travel are being made lately and I feel Hindi movies connect with us better.

So, I thought I’ll share few of the best Bollywood movies based on travel that I absolutely adored watching. Few of these have been my all time favourites, mainly because of my love for travel. I am pretty sure that these movies will inspire you to make more travel plans.

Moreover, I happen to be a filmmaking enthusiast, so when I do watch movies, I look at them from a filmmaker's perspective, mainly aspects like storytelling and cinematography. That’s why you’ll see me praising these movies on similar points as you read on. Don’t worry, I’ll try my best to not give out any spoilers.

To make it easier for you, I have included links of where you can watch these movies at the end of the post.

1. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)

IMDB Rating : 8.1/10

First of all, let me tell you I have no count of the number of times I have watched this movie. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara , also known as ZNMD in short is a must watch for all you travel buffs. The story revolves around a road trip plan of three close friends.

Childhood friends Kabir , Imraan and Arjun played respectively by Abhay Deol , Farhan Akhtar and Hritik Roshan , make a plan to visit Spain in their younger days, but life happens. With everyone dealing with their own things, the plan never happened until it turns into Arjun’s bachelor trip.

3 close friends. A beautiful foreign country. Lots of fun. Innumerable memories. Yes, this movie is all of that.

The movie’s director, Zoya Akhtar takes you on a compelling visual journey that features the ravishing city of Barcelona , scuba and skydiving in Costa Brava , the famous La Tomatina festival in Bunol and Bull racing in Pamplona .

The movie is well complemented with its songs. Khaabon Ke Parinday is my personal favourite, with the visuals of the song being so pleasing to the eye. The shot of horses running along during the road trip excites me every time I watch the music video.

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As the movie progresses, it picks up the theme of discovering one’s self and overcoming one’s fears, which is what travel is really about. At the end of the movie, you’ll find yourselves craving for a Spanish holiday with your best friends.

2. Tamasha (2015)

IMDB Rating : 7.3/10

Imtiaz Ali , the director of this complex, yet beautiful film is probably a travel fanatic himself. I’ll tell you why I am making this assumption. Almost all his films have the characters going on some sort of trip.

The movie sets off with the meeting of the leading characters - Ved , played by Ranbir Kapoor and Tara , played by Deepika Padukone . Two very distinct characters, yet make a charming couple.

The first half of the movie features Corsica , a French Island which I never heard of before watching the film. Corsica has got quite popular with this movie being made. The stunning island features blue waters, captivating landscapes of bays and craggy peaks. “What happens in Corsica, stays in Corsica!” is what the lead characters go by as they make a pact of not telling their actual names and not falling for each other and instead decide to make fun memories during their time at the island. But, that doesn’t go as planned.

The male lead’s character, Ved is quite complex which adds to the beauty of the movie. He takes you on his own journey of fighting the cage of emotions and hardships that we all might connect on a personal level.

Another reason why I absolutely love this movie is because of its unique storytelling. Imtiaz Ali adopts a non linear screenplay, which is quite rare in Bollywood movies.

The second half of the movie also features scenes from India, Hauz Khas Village in Delhi and few shots from Shimla .

The music album is composed by AR Rahman , with Agar Tum Saath Ho being the standout pick of music lovers. The song makes you feel a lot of emotions at once, I personally never get tired of listening to it. Rest of the songs in the album are truly underrated, you’ll know as you watch this exciting movie.

3. Dil Chahta Hai (2001)

IMDB : 8.1/10

A movie that was made in the starting of this century, Dil Chahta Hai made quite a revolution in two fields - Indian Cinema and India’s travel scene. Another movie about 3 friends going on a road trip, but this time to the party capital of India - Goa . Apparently Goa started getting huge amounts of tourist traffic after this movie was released, such was its impact!

Aamir Khan , Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna play the leading male roles while Preity Zinta plays the female lead role. The 3 friends discover the beauty of their friendship as they travel across various beach towns that showcases golden sand beaches, tropical coastlines, ancient forts and churches, delicious Goan cuisine. Moreover, Chapora Fort which features in the movie, is now popularly known as the ‘ Dil Chahta Hai fort ’. This rustic charm of Goa in the movie certainly proves the statement - Goa is not just a party destination.

In the later half, the movie carries the viewers to Sydney , Australia with glimpses into the Sydney Opera house . I’m pretty sure we all know about the Sydney Opera House but quite a few saw videos of the opera performance. You’ll witness that in the movie, very fascinating indeed.

The Dil Chahta Hai cast is what makes the film more special, with all the leads doing a phenomenal job in the portrayal of 3 different personalities.

The director of the film, Farhan Akhtar certainly set a benchmark in Hindi cinema during a time when movies on topics like travel were barely made. The movie has been a big inspiration to the younger generations to plan a trip to Goa . Let’s admit it, we all have made plans to go to Goa with friends, but only a few manage to make this plan happen successfully.

4. Karwaan (2018)

IMDB Rating : 7.5/10

Another road trip movie, but quite different in terms of context and storyline. Avinash , played by Dulquer Salman (his debut Hindi movie) is stuck in a boring and unfulfilling 9-5 job. Suddenly strikes the news of his father’s death in a road accident. With this new already causing a stir in his mind, Avinash has more in his plate of bad luck as he discovers that his dad’s body has been replaced by another body of an old lady.

To sort out the misunderstanding and return this old lady’s body, Avinash along with his friend Shaukat , played by late Irrfan Khan take a road trip to Kochi from Bangalore . Enroute Kochi , they make a pitstop to pick up the old lady’s granddaughter, played by Mithila Palkar . You all know Mithila Palkar right? She grew to fame after playing the female lead in the well loved Indian web series - Little Things .

The movie has a light hearted story complimented well with aesthetic lush green frames. The story turns into a journey of self discovery, 3 very different personalities of the leads come together to understand each other and connect on common grounds.

This is one of the very few travel movies that is shot in South India , featuring places like Ooty , Coimbatore , Thrissur and Kochi . After all, South India is no less than North India when it comes to touristy places.

The storyline of the film has unexpected turns and hurdles, which is what life is all about. Sometimes you end up in situations with any plans and you just have to glide past these moments and come out with beautiful memories. Though the movie has a story that leans a bit towards a serious note, Irrfan Khan’s character - Shaukat , brings in the right amount of humour to make the storytelling even more captivating.

Songs from the movie is something that needs to be talked about. The music is very soothing. New age sensation, Prateek Kuhad also makes his Bollywood debut with 2 songs in his name - Kadam and Saansein . Overall, its one of those rare movies that really hits the right notes in your mind, while most of the scenes warms up your heart!

5. Queen (2013)

IMDB Rating : 8.2/10

Queen , directed by Vikas Bahl is a movie that broke a few stereotypes in the country. Rani , played by Kangana Ranaut is from a conservative family and is ditched by her husband soon after their wedding. So, she decides to go on their honeymoon alone.

She goes on an exciting trip to Europe , mainly cities like Paris and Amsterdam . Rani finds herself alone and confused in this whole new world to her. In Paris, she meets Vijayalakshmi , an Indo-French girl played by Lisa Haydon who teaches her about love, lust and life. Later, Rani finds herself travelling to Amsterdam where she shares a hostel room with three other men who become good friends with her and they start hanging out as a group.

Kangana is the star performer of the movie as she takes us all on a journey of discovering one’s own identity and making a strong statement - “ You don’t necessarily need a partner to travel. ” It’s quite the film that will inspire us, especially girls to take up solo travelling. The music album by Amit Trivedi and Rupesh Kumar Ram has some decent songs. I really appreciate the work Vikas Bahl has put into, his first standalone movie as a director. The movie has a lot of exciting scenes and overall its a feel good movie that you shouldn’t miss.

6. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

IMDB Rating : 7.1/10

In short know as YJHD , this movie sets off with a group of friends going on a backpacking trip to Manali . This is where the movie’s leads Naina and Kabir (aka Bunny in the movie) meet, played respectively by Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor . Bunny is accompanied by 2 friends, Aditi played by Kalki Koechlin and Avi played by Aditya Roy Kapur . In the starting half, the movie features the trekking adventures along the snowy peaks at Gulmarg, Kashmir , which in the movie is shown as Manali . With the beautiful visuals of the Himalayas , the movie is shot quite well adding value to the interesting script. During this trip, Naina discovers that she has fallen for Bunny but refrains from letting him know about it.

You will absolutely love Bunny in this film. His passion for travel and exploring the world is made clear with his job as a travel journalist. The movie later transports you to scenes from Europe , mainly Paris as you see Bunny’s exciting work life. The song Ilahi from the movie is all about Bunny enjoying the time of his life while doing what he loves, something that we all crave for.

Fast forward a bit and we are back in India , this time living the royal vibe of Rajasthan . The friends re-unite at Aditi’s royal wedding in the beautiful city of Udaipur . Here, you get glimpses of the Oberoi Udaivilas , one of the most stunning hotels in India. Most of you will definitely crave for a big fat Indian wedding in this stunning location as you watch the movie.

The Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani cast is what makes the movie exciting. Ranbir and Deepika’s chemistry on screen is phenomenal while Kalki and Aditya Roy Kapur do enough justice to their supporting characters. On screen, Bunny, Aditi and Avi are major friendship goals. I couldn’t imagine anyone else doing this movie in place of these actors.

The story is quite fresh with the visuals well complementing the script. The director of the movie, Ayan Mukherji has done a good job in making this movie something that people will keep watching and love it every single time. The music album is pretty good with songs for every occasion. Moreover, all the songs have been a major hit. The movie has a lot to offer, as the movie progresses you’ll find yourself wanting to catch up with your long lost school buddies and planning a trip with them.

7. Jab we met (2007)

IMDB Rating : 7.9/10

Last in the list is this movie I have watched numerous times and in fact it is my favourite rom-com from Bollywood. The movie starts off with a train journey where the lead characters meet in quite a unique way. Aditya , played by Shahid Kapoor is quite depressed with his dad’s death and his breakup. Geet , played by Kareena Kapoor , meets him on her train journey back to her hometown as she finds him sitting on her seat. What follows next is a rollercoaster of a ride, that makes up the later part of the movie.

The story takes a journey through various towns of Ratlam, Kota, Bhatinda, Manali and involves all sorts of mode of transportation like train, bus, rickshaw, jeep, cycle and even a truck. In the later half of the movie, it features the snowy landscapes and narrow roads of Rohtang Pass . It also features the popular Naggar Castle in one of the songs. Most of the movie was shot in North India and each city acts as a step over for both the lead characters.

Geet is one of the most loved characters in Hindi cinema. With her bubbly attitude and a mouth that never stops talking, she adds warmth to Aditya’s life who is depressed in the first half of the movie and soon starts opening up to her. Shahid and Kareena who happened to be a couple back then, gave the movie one of the best seen on screen chemistry, which makes you love the movie with all your heart.

Sometimes the trips that are spontaneous, without any sort of plan, happen to be the best trips. The movie is about this - how a single trip can be life changing with a lot of good memories to take from. It will certainly inspire you to sometimes letting go off the planning mentality and going with the flow.

That’s all folks! These are the 7 movies that you shouldn’t miss if you are a travel lover . If you happened to be on LinkedIn, let’s connect on the common love for movies and travel.

Here are the links, where you can watch the movies (Netflix and Amazon Prime) : Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara , Tamasha , Dil Chahta Hai , Karwaan , Queen , Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani , Jab we met .

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There are movies that make you laugh till your sides hurt and movies that make you cry buckets. There are movies that bore you to death and movies that make you question your sanity. There are also many movies that make you shudder in the darkness of the night. And then there are bollywood travel movies that just inspire you to stop everything you are doing and jet-set-go!

1. Dil Chahta Hai - Best hindi movie on travelling

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A cult movie, Dil Chahta Hai makes you fall in love with the rustic charm of Goa. It makes you realize that Goa is actually more than just a party destination. Beautifully shot, it also makes you want to head over to Sydney immediately! 

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2. Jab We Met - Best road trip movie

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Jab We Met gave us an ultimate roadtrip song- ' hum jo chalane lage, chalane lage hain yeh raaste ...' This romantic comedy starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Shahid Kapur was shot across north India. It made us all fall in love with Ratlam ki galiyaan, it made us want to eat ganna in Bhatinda and the way Manali was depicted in the movie, it made us fall in love with the idea of love itself.

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3. Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge - Most romantic travel movie

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I was 8 years old when I saw this movie. The idea of going on a roadtrip across Europe with my gang of girls fascinated me so much that it became my life mission. I did fulfil this wish 18 years later but I did not end up falling in love with a handsome stranger the way Simran did! DDLJ took us on a romantic trip across Europe and Punjab.

4. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani - Best of bollywood travel movies

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Naina and Bunny took us through some fascinating locales in the movie Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. From the snow capped Himalayas to the picturesque alleys of Europe to the lavish palaces of Udaipur, the movie was shot beautifully.

5. Bombay To Goa - All time favorite travel film

A bus journey from Bombay to Goa, a movie plot full of thrills, twists and turns and a talented cast equals one of the best travel movies of all times.  

6. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara - Movie that inspire you to travel

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara took us on a breathtaking journey across Spain. The complexities of the characters, the demons they are fighting and the way they discover themselves on their Spanish escapade form the crux of the movie. After watching the movie, I was completely inspired by Laila (Katrina Kaif’s character). This woman is independent, speaks her mind and lives life to the fullest.  It is one of the best hindi movies that inspire you to travel!

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7. Queen - Movie that make you want to travel

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The movie Queen is a personal favourite. I watched it during a time in my life when my confidence level was at an all time low. Through the romantic avenues of Paris and wacky and quirky streets of Amsterdam, the journey of Rani’s metamorphosis from a naive girl to an independent woman is tear-jerkingly inspiring. So girls, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and go on an all girls trip! 

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8. Bajrangi Bhaijaan - An inspiring tale

Bajrangi Bhaijaan did what very few films could achieve- it brought India and Pakistan closer. It gave an insider’s perspective of Pakistan along with showing us the beauty of the nation. When Bajrangi sets off on a journey from Delhi to drop a mute Munni at her village in Pakistan, we all wondered how he would be able to do it. And when he does succeed, we all cried and clapped in joy.   

9. Anjaana Anjaani - Journey across the world

A charming movie, the protagonists (played by Priyanka Chopra and Ranbir Kapoor) in Anjaana Anjaani decide to end their lives on the last day of the year. Before doing so however, they intend on fulfilling all their dreams and this leads to an epic journey across Las Vegas, New York, San Francisco, Thailand and Malaysia. If you haven’t watched it, do check it out, the traveller in you will love it.

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10. Nau Do Gyarah - Best travel movie of all time

Released in 1957, Nau Do Gyarah is a romantic comedy drama movie starring Dev Anand and Kalpana Kartik. A man travelling from his town to Bombay, a rickety truck, a runaway bride disguised as a Sikh boy- the movie has all the components of a perfect entertainer.

11. Tamasha - Romance on a vacation

If the idea of finding romance on a vacation intrigues you, you have to watch Tamasha. Filmed across Corsica, the movie will make you fall in love with this French island.  

12. Chalo Dilli - For the Fun of travelling

What happens when two people with completely opposite personalities are forced to travel together? An eventful and hilarious journey takes place from Jaipur to Delhi ofcourse! This gem of a movie is a must watch for people with a wanderlust.

13. Dil Dhadakne Do - Vacation with family

The antics of a dysfunctional family aboard a 10 day cruise across the Mediterranean Sea had us in laughter splits. All through the journey, we get beautiful glimpses of Turkey.

14. London Paris New York - Beautiful bollywood travel movie

London Paris New York is a love story spread across 3 nations. The movie takes you on a journey through three of the most beautiful cities in the world- London, Paris and New York. The essence of each of the city is so beautifully captured by the director that you can’t help but pack your bags and leave on a romantic escapade to one or all of these locations!

15. Piku - Must watch road trip movie

A comedy drama film, Piku explored the nuances of a father-daughter relationship during a roadtrip from Delhi to Kolkata when Bhashkor (Amitabh Bachchan’s character) refuses to travel by rail or air. The beautiful way in which Kolkata is depicted in the movie when Bhashkor explores it on a bicycle will make you want to visit the City of Joy as soon as possible.

Every time I watch a well made movie, it inspires me- to travel, to discover myself, to take a journey of a lifetime. I recently watched Mr. and Mrs. Iyer again. It is such a beautiful movie having a heart warming storyline with the backdrop of travel. Which bollywood movies on travelling did you watch that inspired you to go on a journey of a lifetime?    

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17 Best Bollywood Movies on Travel and Road Trips

Bollywood films are often known for a one-dimensional theme or a plot. While you may find a romance angle or a couple of song sequences within the film.

It is not often the main element if the film is an action-packed drama, crime thriller, or a suspense film. There are very few films that explore multi-dimensional plots specifically around adventure theme. Today, I will share some of my best films in Bollywood based on travel and road trips.

These films are not all and so travel films or only about road trips. Instead, travelling or the road trip plays a supporting character in the film while there’s either a love story, coming-of-the-age drama, or something else.

Best Bollywood Movies Based on Travel and Road Trips

Travelling or going on a road trip is always fascinating. Bollywood films do have such elements in the movie infractions but it is very rare that such moments are fully explored. So, here I present to you some of the best Bollywood films on travel and road trips that you can not only enjoy but also take you on an amazing journey like never before.

So let’s begin with the list.

Queen (2014)

Queen is an interesting film about a bride left at the altar (mandap as per Hindu ritual). Well, in a normal scenario, the girl gets depressed, tries to commit suicide, or hates all men. However, the film Queen takes a different angle. In this film, the bride decides to go to her pre-planned honeymoon alone and enjoy her life rather whining about it. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the film features Kangana Ranaut in the titular role.

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)

In school days or even during the college days, we often make a pact with our friends about a road trip. Most often, due to the hardships of life and other priorities, we aren’t able to fulfill such promises. Well, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara reminisces such moments in life where three distant school friends unite to fulfill their pact to travel the world as they promised. The film features Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, and Abhay Deol as friends whereas Katrina Kaif and Kalki Koelchin play the female leads.

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Qarib Qarib Single (2017)

Directed by Tanuja Chandra, Qarib Qarib Single is a fun yet the adventurous story of two strangers who meet each other on a dating site. From there, a couple of events lead the two main characters of the film to embark on a journey together and eventually fall for one another. The film features Irrfan Khan and Parvathy in the lead roles. The best element of the film besides the innocent chemistry between the leads is their journey to different places in India.

Chalo Dilli (2011)

It is often said that travelling leads to many amazing stories. When Mihika misses her flight to Delhi from Mumbai, she has to team up with Manu Gupta to reach Delhi on time to meet her husband Lt. Col. Vikram Rana. Well, it seems all ok at first but eventually, a simple road trip turns in to a lot of fun and difficulties while discovering the true colors of India . Directed by Shashant Shah, the film features Vinay Pathak and Lara Dutta in the lead roles, whereas Akshay Kumar plays a cameo as Mihika’s husband.

Dhanak (2015)

Directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, Dhanak is a 2015 film featuring the life of two young siblings who get on a journey on a specific mission to meet Shahrukh Khan who is shooting in Rajasthan. The mission is not only to meet the star but also ask him for help as one of the kids is visually impaired. Whether they will meet the superstar or not forms the rest of the story.

Anjana Anjani (2010)

Anjana Anjani is a cute love story of two youngsters who meet each other when they are on the verge of ending their life. They eventually get a new motivation from one another to give another shot at life and eventually fall for each other. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film features Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles.

Tamasha (2015)

Tamasha is a 2015 Hindi romantic drama film featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in the lead roles. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film tells the story of Ved Vardhan Sahni in three different stages of his life. The film has a unique way of storytelling where the parts of Ved’s life are portrayed in a non-linear way. The main element of the film is the two main leads trip to Corsica.

Also Read: Best Bollywood Movies on a Common Man’s Life

Piku (2015)

You don’t need to travel lavishly or to exotic places to have an adventure ride. A simple road trip between Delhi to Kolkata can do the trick as shown in the 2015 film Piku. The film tells the story of a father-daughter duo who embark on a journey from Delhi to Kolkata aided by a taxi business owner. The short-tempered daughter, the grumpy father, and the happy go lucky taxi business owner make an unusual combination of travel buddies but it all results in a fun ride for the audience. Directed by Shoojit Sircar, the film features Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Irrfan Khan in the lead roles.

Dil Chahta Hai (2001)

Dil Chahta Hai is a film that gave rise to the trend for friends to take a road trip to Goa . Since the film release, every college group or school group is making plans or visiting Goa by road to enjoy the same way as Akash, Sid, and Sameer. Directed by Farhan Akhtar, the film features Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Preity Zinta, and Akshaye Khanna in the lead roles.

Jab We Met (2007)

Jab We Met is an interesting Romantic Bollywood comedy film about a love story between two people who met on a train. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film tells the story of Geet who runs away from home on a train and meets a depressed Aditya. Her lively attitude towards life initially irritates Aditya but later he warms up to her and gets inspired to give life another shot. Eventually, when Geet is heartbroken, Aditya reciprocates what she did for her and their love blossoms. The film features Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor in the lead roles.

Finding Fanny (2014)

Directed and written by Homi Adajania, Finding Fanny follows a road trip set in Goa. The film tells the story of 5 dysfunctional friends set on a journey to find Fanny, who is the love interest of one of the friends. The film features Naseeruddin Shah, Dimple Kapadia, Pankaj Kapur, Deepika Padukone, and Arjun Kapoor in the lead roles.

Guide (1965)

Guide is an epic romantic drama featuring Dev Anand and Waheeda Rehman in the lead roles. Directed by Vijay Anand, the film tells the story of a Guide who falls in love with his client’s wife. The film is inspired by the popular novel The Guide written by R.K. Narayan.

Also Read: B est Bollywood Biopics Ever

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Dilwale Dulhania is another epic romantic drama featuring the most popular onscreen pair, Shah Rukh Khan, and Kajol. The film tells the story of an NRI Indian who falls in love with another NRI Indian and follows her back to India to win her love and her hand from her strict father. The most amazing part of the film is the Euro Trip where the main leads meet each other for the first and fall for each other eventually even after starting on a bad note. DDLJ is directed by Aditya Chopra, his directorial debut film. DDLJ is still in one of the Best Bollywood Romantic Movies list .

Highway (2014)

Highway is an Indian road drama film directed by Imtiaz Ali. The film tells the story of a young girl who is kidnapped by a kidnapping gang. Interestingly, the girl shows a sign of relief instead of fear with her captors. The director does an amazing job of capturing the beauty of real India by road and that’s what makes the film interesting besides the outstanding performances by Alia Bhatt and Randeep Hooda and that made it one of the Best Bollywood Movies on Road Trip or Travel .

Dil Dhadakne Do (2015)

Dil Dhadakne Do is a film featuring a dysfunctional family who embarks on a cruise to get one last shot at getting things in order. The family comprises of the husband and wife and their two children. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, the film tries to draw our attention towards the fact that happiness must always be valued higher their customs and traditions. The film features Anil Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Farhan Akhtar, Anushka Sharma, and Shefali Shah in lead roles.

Chennai Express (2013)

Imagine when you are on your way to Goa to enjoy with your friends but get dragged to a village in Chennai. Well, that’s what happened with our main protagonist in the 2013 film Chennai Express. Directed by Rohit Shetty, the film tells the story of Rahul, a 40-year old bachelor who boards Chennai Express to visit Rameshwar to fool his grandmother but has different plans. His plans are eventually thrashed when he meets Meena, a Tamil girl, on the train. It becomes a complete fun and adventurous ride for Rahul as his life suddenly takes a drastic turn. The film features Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in the lead roles.

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is a romantic drama film featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in lead roles, whereas Kalki Koechlin, Aditya Roy Kapoor, and Kunaal Roy Kapur in supporting roles. The film follows the life of a travel love young man who falls in love with a girl during a trekking trip with his friends. However, his passion for travel and exploring the world doesn’t let him settle and understand his true love. Whether he conveys his love or not forms the rest of the film’s story.

Satellite Shankar (2019)

The film is about an Indian Army Soldier, who is on his way back home to South India from Kashmir, but due to unavoidable circumstances on his way his all free days getting over, he has to report back to the base after 8 days.

The film is all about it. How Shankar reaches home and came back to base after facing so many hurdles, how he changes many people’s lives on his journey back home.

Over to you!

Travelling based movies often inspire us to travel and go on some adventurous road trips. If you think we missed any of your favorite travel or road trip based Films on this list, then feel free to let us know in the comments section below.

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50 of the BEST Mother-Daughter Movies

Here is a list of 50 of the BEST Mother-Daughter movies to plan your best movie night!

Each of these movies listed below has some type of dynamic relationship and even conflict between mother and daughter.

Most of the list of movies are obvious but some are not.

This list is not in a particular order, but I am wondering if there are ones missing or ones that you feel don’t below.  Let me know what you think and we will continue to edit and add to the list.

• Little Women (1994) – This adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel follows the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate love, loss, and sisterhood under the guidance of their mother.
• Lady Bird (2017) – A coming-of-age comedy-drama that explores the tumultuous relationship between a strong-willed teenager and her equally strong-willed mother as they navigate love, independence, and dreams.
• Terms of Endearment (1983) – A heartfelt film that explores the complex relationship between a mother and her daughter as they face love, loss, and personal growth.
• Stepmom (1998) – A poignant drama about a terminally ill mother (Susan Sarandon) and her ex-husband’s new partner (Julia Roberts) as they navigate the challenges of co-parenting and ultimately find common ground.
• Mamma Mia! (2008) – A musical comedy that follows a bride-to-be as she tries to uncover the identity of her father among three potential candidates, with her mother’s past love life providing the backdrop.
• Mermaids (1990) – Set in the 1960s, this comedy-drama follows a single mother and her two daughters as they navigate the challenges of love, growing up, and finding their place in the world.
• Freaky Friday (2003) – A comedy film about a mother and daughter who magically switch bodies, leading to humorous and insightful moments as they gain a newfound understanding of each other’s lives.
• Little Miss Sunshine (2006) – This indie comedy-drama revolves around a dysfunctional family as they embark on a road trip to support their young daughter’s dream of competing in a beauty pageant.
• In Her Shoes (2005) – A dramedy that explores the complex relationship between two sisters (Cameron Diaz and Toni Collette) as they navigate their differences and ultimately find common ground.
• The Parent Trap (1998) – Identical twin sisters, separated at birth and raised by different parents, meet at summer camp and devise a plan to reunite their long-divorced parents.
• The Princess Diaries (2001) – A charming family film about an ordinary teenager (Anne Hathaway) who discovers she is a princess and must navigate the challenges of royal life with the support of her quirky grandmother (Julie Andrews).
• The Joy Luck Club (1993) – Adapted from Amy Tan’s novel, this film delves into the lives of four Chinese-American women and their relationships with their mothers, exploring themes of cultural identity, sacrifice, and the power of storytelling.
• The Blind Side (2009) – Based on a true story, this inspiring film follows a wealthy woman (Sandra Bullock) who takes in a homeless teenager (Quinton Aaron) and helps him realize his potential, showcasing the transformative power of love and motherly care.
• Brave (2012) – An animated adventure film set in the Scottish Highlands, where a young princess named Merida must break a curse and reconcile with her mother while discovering the true meaning of bravery.
• Now and Then (1995) – This nostalgic coming-of-age film follows four friends as they reminisce about their shared childhood experiences, reflecting on the impact of their mothers’ friendships and guidance.
• Anywhere But Here (1999) – A drama about a free-spirited mother (Susan Sarandon) who uproots her daughter’s life to pursue her own dreams, leading to a journey of self-discovery for both of them.
• 27 Dresses (2008) – While primarily a romantic comedy, this film explores the close bond between two sisters as one of them (Katherine Heigl) selflessly supports the other through various romantic entanglements.
• Because I Said So (2007) – A romantic comedy that centers around the meddling, yet well-intentioned, efforts of a mother (Diane Keaton) to find the perfect man for her daughter (Mandy Moore).
• The Secret Life of Bees (2008) – Set in the 1960s, this powerful drama follows a young girl (Dakota Fanning) as she escapes an abusive household and finds solace and a sense of belonging with a group of beekeeping sisters, led by the maternal figure played by Queen Latifah.
• My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002) – A romantic comedy about a young woman (Nia Vardalos) from a Greek-American family as she navigates her cultural traditions, family dynamics, and the pursuit of love.
• Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002) – Based on the novel by Rebecca Wells, this film tells the story of a mother-daughter relationship strained by secrets, healing through the bond of a close-knit group of lifelong friends.
• Nowhere Boy (2009) – A biographical drama about the teenage years of John Lennon (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and his complex relationship with his mother, Julia Lennon (Anne-Marie Duff), who influences his musical journey.
• The Help (2011) – Set in the 1960s, this film focuses on the relationships between African-American maids and the white families they work for, highlighting the motherly connections and shared struggles between the characters.
• The Family Stone (2005) – A comedy-drama about the Stone family’s holiday gathering, where the eldest son brings his uptight girlfriend (Sarah Jessica Parker) home, leading to clashes, unexpected connections, and a deeper understanding of family bonds.
• White Oleander (2002) – Based on the novel by Janet Fitch, this drama follows a young girl (Alison Lohman) who endures a series of foster homes while her incarcerated mother (Michelle Pfeiffer) exerts a lasting influence on her life.
• Incredibles 2 (2018) – An animated superhero film that explores the dynamics of the Parr family as the mother, Helen/Elastigirl, takes the spotlight to save the world while her husband Mr. Incredible stays at home to care for their children.
• The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005) – Four best friends discover a pair of magical jeans that fit them all perfectly, symbolizing their enduring friendship and providing support as they navigate their individual challenges.
• An Unfinished Life (2005) – A drama about a troubled woman (Jennifer Lopez) who moves to her estranged father-in-law’s (Robert Redford) ranch with her daughter, leading to healing, forgiveness, and a deeper understanding of family.
• For Keeps (1988) – A romantic comedy-drama that explores the challenges faced by a teenage couple (Molly Ringwald and Randall Batinkoff) when they unexpectedly become parents and must confront the realities of adulthood and parenthood together.
• My Girl (1991) – Set in the 1970s, this coming-of-age film follows an 11-year-old girl (Anna Chlumsky) as she deals with the loss of her mother and forms an unlikely friendship with a boy (Macaulay Culkin) from a funeral home.
• Jack & Diane (2012) – A romantic drama that delves into the passionate relationship between two teenage girls and the impact it has on their individual lives and the lives of their families.
• Girl, Interrupted (1999) – Based on a memoir, this drama focuses on a young woman (Winona Ryder) who voluntarily commits herself to a mental institution, forming unexpected bonds and finding solace in the presence of other patients, including a motherly figure (Angelina Jolie).
• The Duchess (2008) – A period drama based on the life of Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (Keira Knightley), as she navigates the challenges of her loveless marriage and seeks independence, all while trying to be a loving mother.
• Aquamarine (2006) – A teen fantasy film about two friends who discover a mermaid named Aquamarine and help her find true love while learning valuable lessons about friendship and growing up.
• Whip It (2009) – A sports comedy-drama about a rebellious teenager (Ellen Page) who finds her passion in roller derby, with the support and encouragement of her unconventional mother (Marcia Gay Harden).
• Mermaids (1990) – A comedy-drama about a single mother and her two daughters as they navigate the challenges of love, growing up, and finding their place in the world.
• Anna Karenina (2012) – Based on Leo Tolstoy’s novel, this period drama follows the tragic love affair of Anna Karenina (Keira Knightley), a woman torn between her duty as a mother and her desires for love and freedom.
• The Sisterhood of Night (2014) – A mystery drama that explores the consequences faced by a group of girls involved in a secret society, with their mothers and the community at large trying to unravel the truth.
• Kit Kittredge: An American Girl (2008) – Set during the Great Depression, this family film centers around a resourceful young girl (Abigail Breslin) who dreams of becoming a journalist while her mother (Julia Ormond) teaches her valuable life lessons.
• Little Secrets (2001) – A family film about a young girl who runs a secret business where she helps others keep their deepest secrets, all while facing her own challenges and learning important lessons from her mother.
• The Guilt Trip (2012) – A comedy about an inventor (Seth Rogen) who embarks on a road trip with his overprotective mother (Barbra Streisand), leading to humorous and heartfelt moments as they confront their relationship and discover more about each other.
• Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002) – This film tells the story of a mother-daughter relationship strained by secrets, healing through the bond of a close-knit group of lifelong friends.
• 20th Century Women (2016) – Set in 1979, this drama explores the relationships between a single mother (Annette Bening), her teenage son, and the young women who influence his life, providing unique perspectives on womanhood and motherhood.
• Riding in Cars with Boys (2001) – A dramedy based on the memoir of Beverly Donofrio, this film follows a young woman (Drew Barrymore) who becomes a teenage mother and must navigate the challenges of parenthood while pursuing her dreams.
• Jackie & Ryan (2014) – A romantic drama about a single mother (Katherine Heigl) who forms a connection with a traveling musician (Ben Barnes) and finds inspiration and support in their relationship.
• Elsa & Fred (2014) – A romantic comedy-drama about a widower (Christopher Plummer) who forms an unlikely friendship and romance with his eccentric neighbor (Shirley MacLaine), bringing newfound joy and spontaneity into both their lives.
• Anywhere But Here (1999) – A drama about a free-spirited mother who uproots her daughter’s life to pursue her own dreams, leading to a journey of self-discovery for both of them.
• Morning Glory (2010) – A comedy-drama that follows the career aspirations of a young television producer (Rachel McAdams) as she takes on the challenge of revitalizing a morning show, with her relationship with her mother (Diane Keaton) serving as an important source of support.
• The Kids Are All Right (2010) – A comedy-drama about a same-sex couple (Annette Bening and Julianne Moore) whose family dynamic is challenged when their children seek out their biological father, leading to a thoughtful exploration of modern family dynamics and the bonds between mothers and their children.
• Room (2015) – Based on the novel by Emma Donoghue, this intense drama follows a young mother (Brie Larson) and her son as they escape from captivity and adjust to life outside, highlighting the powerful and unconditional love between a mother and child.

How to plan a Mother-Daughter Movie Night!

• Make a date with your mom or your daughter!
• Plan snacks and popcorn and favorite beverages!
• Keep it light-hearted and entertain the conversations during the movie!
• More tips on Family Movie Nights .