Ranbir Kapoor with dad Rishi Kapoor

Besharam (2013) featured Ranbir Kapoor alongside his parents, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor, in a rare family affair on-screen. Ranbir played a charming thief, while Rishi and Neetu starred as the quirky cop couple trying to catch him. Their off-screen bond brought an added charm to their scenes. The trio’s natural comfort with each other gave Besharam a light-hearted, nostalgic appeal despite its unconventional casting

Abhishek Bachchan with Amitabh Bachchan (Paa)

In Paa (2009), Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan swapped real-life roles, with Amitabh as a child with a rare disorder and Abhishek as his father. Their heartfelt performances and R. Balki’s sensitive storytelling made it a memorable and unconventional portrayal of a father-son bond in Bollywood

Shahid Kapoor and Pankaj Kapur

In Shaandaar (2015), Shahid Kapoor starred alongside his father Pankaj Kapur for the first time, playing an adopted son to Pankaj’s protective father figure. Their playful banter, comic timing, and natural rapport brought a warm, genuine charm to the quirky wedding drama, making their scenes together all the more delightful

Abhishek Bachchan with Amitabh Bachchan (Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna)

In Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan played father and son with striking contrast—flamboyant Samar and steady Rishi. Their real-life bond brought authenticity and ease to their performances, adding emotional nuance and charm to the layered drama, making their scenes resonate with warmth and chemistry

Dharmendra and sons in Apne

In Apne (2007), Dharmendra, Sunny Deol, and Bobby Deol played a father and sons navigating dreams, redemption, and legacy. The sports drama drew strength from their real-life bond, with Dharmendra as a former boxer finding hope through his children. Their emotional performances gave the story genuine depth and sincerity

Sonam Kapoor and Anil Kapoor: An emotional father-daughter moment

In Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga (2019), Sonam and Anil Kapoor played daughter and father, sharing screen space for the first time. Their real-life bond added depth to a touching story about identity and acceptance, making their heartfelt moments feel honest, emotional, and beautifully grounded

Dharmendra and sons (Yamla Pagla Deewana)

In Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011), Dharmendra joined sons Sunny and Bobby Deol for a fun-filled comedy. Their real-life bond added warmth to the film, with Dharmendra as the quirky father. The trio’s playful chemistry and comic timing made it a light-hearted celebration of family and classic Bollywood madness

Abhishek Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan (Bunty aur Babli)

In Bunty Aur Babli (2005), Abhishek Bachchan played a charming conman while Amitabh Bachchan portrayed the stern cop chasing him. Though not father and son on screen, their real-life bond added spark to their scenes, making their first film together a standout father-son moment in Bollywood