Children’s Day Movie Marathon

bySanah Shroff

In India, Children’s Day is celebrated on November 14 in honour of the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India. Pandit Nehru, affectionately known as Chacha Nehru, had a deep love for children and believed in their potential to shape the future of the country. This special day is dedicated to honouring and cherishing the children of the nation, celebrating their innocence and creativity and the promise of a brighter future. On the occasion of Children’s Day, SANAH SHROFF, a class 11 student from Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai, has compiled a list of movies with child protagonists.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

Harry, who was orphaned when he was a baby, was forced to live with the cruel Dursleys and did not know anything about his real family or his past. But on his 11th birthday, he meets Hagrid who tells Harry that he is, in fact, a wizard! Harry finds out he has been accepted into Hogwarts, a school for witchcraft and wizardry, and cannot wait to start his new life! During his journey, he meets his best friends Ron and Hermione who accompany him on his many adventures. The Potter series is eight movies long. But you have to watch each one of them to enjoy the complete story.

Available On: Jio Cinema and Netflix

The Jungle Book

Young man-cub Mowgli was raised by wolves and learnt how to live life in the dangerous jungle. However, the villainous tiger Sher Khan threatens to end Mowgli’s life as he refuses to accept him as part of the jungle. In order to protect him, the black panther Bagheera takes Mowgli on the journey of a lifetime to a human village where Mowgli will be safe from the wrath of Sher Khan. During his journey, Mowgli meets plenty of friends and foes like Baloo the bear and the sly snake Kaa

Available On: Disney+ Hotstar

Mary Poppins

Jane and Michael are the children of the very wealthy but very strict Banks family. When they hear that their father is looking to hire a new nanny, they are pleasantly surprised and happy to meet the magical Mary Poppins who takes them on countless adventures! Together Mary, Jane, Michael as well as Mary’s friend Bert visit different worlds and different people, all while singing amazing songs! The message of this movie is the importance of happiness and the idea of enjoying life—it is a fun musical for everyone!

Available On: Disney+ Hotstar

Home Alone

Kevin McCallister is the black sheep of his family. He is picked on by his siblings and cousins and yelled at by his annoyed parents; that is why he wishes for nothing more than to be alone. His wish comes true when in a rush to catch their flight, the McCallisters forget their son at home! Now home alone, Kevin decides to have the time of his life, but his party is crashed by two burglars who attempt to break into his house!

Available On: Prime Video