Top 7 Bollywood Movies That Powerfully Address Mental Health

Dear Zindagi:

"Dear Zindagi" follows Kaira, a dedicated cinematographer facing psychological issues from her childhood. With the help of her therapist, Jug (Shah Rukh Khan), she learns to overcome her challenges and heal.

Karthik Calling Karthik:

"Karthik Calling Karthik" depicts Karthik's struggle with schizophrenia, where he can't distinguish reality and hears advice from an assertive alter-ego. It's revealed that the mysterious caller was Karthik himself all along.

Barfi!:

"Barfi!" is about the relationship between a deaf and mute man, an autistic woman, and another woman. The film beautifully showcases the challenges of autism, which include difficulties with social skills and communication.

Tamasha:

In "Tamasha," Ranbir Kapoor's character, Ved, suffers from Borderline Personality Disorder, displaying contrasting behaviors. The movie shows how his love for stories affects his career and life, leading him to escape to Corsica, where he meets Tara, played by Deepika Padukone.

Chhichhore:

"Chhichhore" follows Sushant Singh Rajput and his friends, once labeled as losers, who fight to gain respect. The film shows how to make the best of life, addressing issues like parental and peer pressure that impact mental health.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa:

In "Bhool Bhulaiyaa," an NRI couple moves into an ancestral home, ignoring ghost warnings. Strange events lead them to call a psychiatrist, who discovers that Avni (Vidya Balan) has dissociative identity disorder, believing herself to be Manjulika.

Koi… Mil Gaya:

In "Koi... Mil Gaya," Rohit (Hrithik Roshan), a young man with a developmental disability, befriends an alien named Jadoo. Jadoo uses his powers to enhance Rohit's mental abilities, and when authorities try to capture the alien, Rohit does everything he can to protect his new friend.

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