Indian Films Portraying Middle-Class Romance

Aniket Raj

Bareilly ki Barfi

The story revolves around Bitti, played by Kriti Sanon, a free-spirited young woman who doesn't conform to societal norms. When she reads a book titled "Bareilly ki Barfi," which seems to mirror her own life, she sets out to find the author.

Chalte Chalte

A romantic drama that follows the tumultuous relationship of Raj, a middle-class man running a trucking business, who falls in love with Priya, a wealthy fashion designer. However, their cultural and socioeconomic differences, along with external challenges, threaten to tear them apart.

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

Directed by Aditya Chopra, this iconic romantic drama is a quintessential middle-class love story. Raj and Simran, played by Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, meet during a trip to Europe and fall in love, but must overcome familial expectations and cultural barriers to be together.

Vicky Donor

Directed by Shoojit Sircar, Vicky, played by Ayushmann Khurrana, is a middle-class Delhi boy who donates sperm for money, falls in love with Ashima, played by Yami Gautam, while navigating the complexities of his unique profession.

Sairat

Directed by Nagraj Manjule, this Marathi film depicts the love story of Parshya and Archie, two teenagers from different castes, who face societal opposition to their relationship. The film highlights the struggles of young love amidst caste discrimination and social hierarchies.

Band Baaja Baaraat

The film revolves around Shruti and Bittoo as they start a wedding planning business together in Delhi. As they navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and their growing feelings for each other.

CityLights 

A poignant drama that explores the struggles of a migrant family from Rajasthan living in Mumbai. The film follows the story of Deepak Singh, played by Rajkummar Rao, and his wife Rakhi, played by Patralekhaa, as they try to make a better life for themselves in the city.