Aanand L Rai birthday: 7 films that celebrate his legacy

Raksha Bandhan (2022)

With Raksha Bandhan, Rai returned with heartfelt family stories in a small-town setting. Akshay Kumar played a loving brother, juggling responsibilities

Zero (2018)

With Zero, Rai embraced risk on every front. Casting Shah Rukh Khan as a vertically challenged man with sky-high dreams was a bold move.

Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015)

Sequels rarely outshine the original, but Tanu Weds Manu Returns proved to be a glorious one. Rai revisited his beloved characters, taking their story forward

Raanjhanaa (2013)

With Raanjhanaa, Rai hit the right emotions. He introduced Dhanush to Hindi cinema - a visionary move that came way ahead of cross-industry collaborations

Tanu Weds Manu (2011)

This is where it all first fell into place. Tanu Weds Manu wasn`t your typical Bollywood rom-com. The Kangana Ranaut and R. Madhavan starrer had an earthy charm

Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic (2008)

Four reluctant orphans fall under the care of an industrialist who accidentally killed their parents, as God sends them an Angel. Rai explored a new avenue here

Atrangi Re (2021)

Atrangi Re had a playful charm on the surface, but beneath it lay a deeply moving message. featuring a colourful love triangle between Sara, Dhanush and Akshay