15 Years of ‘We Are Family’: A Cinematic Exploration of Modern Relationships

The film ‘We Are Family’ seamlessly blends visual appeal with emotional depth, a rare feat in mainstream cinema. Director Siddharth Malhotra’s debut introduces a fresh perspective on urban relationships, drawing inspiration from the compassion of Sooraj Barjatya and the nuanced portrayals of Gulzar and Govind Nihalani. While borrowing elements from Chris Columbus’s ‘Stepmom,’ ‘We Are Family’ elevates the narrative. Kajol and Kareena Kapoor deliver powerful performances, portraying the wife and the other woman with a depth of empathy that surpasses the original. The film delicately explores the complexities of a fractured family, making the audience question why any of the Hollywood elements were needed in the first place.