Mother’s Day is right around the corner; 13th May! We’re way too excited for it because it’s a day that we can TOTALLY dedicate to our moms( we should every day, waisay). After a thorough mummy-loving day, here’s what you can watch with her:

Cake:

It’s 2018’s big hit! A Pakistani movie that revolves around a relatable family structure where siblings look after their parents. The movie justifies the title because it’s layers of sweet moments which you would absolutely enjoy with your family. The effortless acting of the cast members makes it a package altogether.

Baghbaan:

Beware of tears and emotional outburst! It’s a movie from 2003 starring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini( haye cutesy couple, I swear) where they unconditionally love their children. After the father’s retirement, the children get uncomfortable with the idea of keeping their parents with them and things do not go as the parents had planned.

Parent Trap:

Shoutout to all Lindsay Lohan fans! The movie from our childhood where Lindsay Lohan plays a double role of pre-teen twins. It’s a sweet story about these twin sisters living on opposite ends of Atlantic, struggling to reunite their divorced parents.

Stepmom:

A story starring Ed Haris and Susan Sarandon- both shown divorced to each other. Harris decides to take the next step- be with a significantly younger girlfriend, Julia Roberts.

However, when the new girlfriend meets her boyfriend’s children for the first time, their aggression towards the new mom is obvious. A family crisis happens and Kelly(Julia Roberts) changes everything.

You would love Julia Roberts, please please please watch it!

Moor:

The film’s title, Moor, is a Pashto word meaning “Mother“. The Film’s story shows the railway system of Balochistan, especially the closure of Zhob valley railways in 1984. Parallel to that, the movie shows how families are run by the women in the valley. According to the director of the movie, the film depicts living through the problems faced by Pakistan.

Taare Zameen Par:

It’s an Aamir Khan move so obviously it HAS to be touching. It’s a story about a child with dyslexia and how is condition goes unnoticed by teachers until Ram(Aamir Khan *heart heart heart*) becomes his teacher and changes his life.

P.S: The song, ‘Maa’ is bound to make you and your mom cry.

Princess Diaries:

A throwback to teenage! Princess Diaries is a story about a teenager Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) is thrown for a loop when, from out of the blue, she learns the astonishing news that she’s a real-life princess! As the heir apparent to the crown of the small European principality of Genovia, Mia begins a comical journey toward the throne when her strict and formidable grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews), shows up to give her “princess lessons.”

The Blind Side:

The storyline features a teenager, Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All American football player and first-round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.

Brave:

If your mum is into animation she might like this one. The story revolves around an impulsive but courageous daughter of Scottish King Fergus (Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (Emma Thompson), is a skilled archer who wants to carve out her own path in life. Her defiance of an age-old tradition angers the Highland lords and leads to chaos in the kingdom. Merida seeks help from an eccentric witch (Julie Walters), who grants her an ill-fated wish. Hence Merida has to discover the true meaning of courage and undo a beastly curse before it’s too late.

The Devil Wears Prada:

Andy (Anne Hathaway) is a recent college graduate who enters the fashion world. Upon landing a job at prestigious Runway magazine, she finds herself the assistant to diabolical editor Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep). Andy questions her ability to survive her grim tour as Miranda’s whipping girl without getting scorched.

They Clean Up After Us

Even though my mom has always maintained that the boys in the family have to help around the home chores, she still makes an extra effort to keep things tidy and organized in our absence. Of course, it usually means treasure hunting for certain things

Special Parathas All The Way

No matter what time of the day it is, if you come up to your mom and ask for a paratha shell fire up the “choola” and get busy. Also her ingenious ideas to make parathas from leftovers is truly God send.

Desi Totkai For The Win

Nothing can beat our desi moms “totkai” for sore throats, headaches and even broken hearts. Forget Panadol, Paracetamol a healthy infusion of our mom herbs and “duaien” is all that we need sometimes.

Calls After Nightfall

“Beta Kidhar Ho” are the first words we hear as soon as the sun sets. Its like a natural alarm clock that follows us around. Our very own personal pager.

Waiting Up For The Last Person Before Locking Up

Be it 1 am or 5, our desi moms make sure to stay up late waiting for the last person to arrive before locking. Also they’d always ask if we’re hungry or need something before heading off to bed.

Removing The Evil Eye

Our desi moms are really overprotective of us. Not just physically but also spiritually. Which is why a cleanse of the evil eye is ensued when an achievement is made or just generally whenever there “superstitious senses” tingle.

Celebrating Birthdays In Style

Its your birthday? Fret not. Desi moms are always prepared in advance to throw the most awesome birthday bash, topping your expectations from last year. Dishes upon dishes of moms once in a lifetime amazing cuisine that no other restaurant can beat at your fingertips! If that isnt love I dont know what is.

Saving Your Butt Being Kicked By Dad

Did something wrong and now youre afraid to get scolded? Desi moms always step in and save the day. They are our superheros with invisible capes.

Kissing Scrapres And Bruises

Who remembers getting “baboos” in their childhood. Our desi mom would only have to kiss it to make the pain go away and the tear to stop. Better than any damn tetanus shot to be honest.

Carrying Us For 9 Months

In the end, the ultimate fact of life for all mothers to love their children unconditionally is their journey of 9 months through mood swings, labor pains, body aches, morning sickness to deliver us to this world.

Here are our top picks for you to decide what gifts you can give to your moms this Mothers Day.

Jewelry

A fancy set of gold jewelry should do the trick just about right. All our moms keep collecting little bits of jewelry anyway to give away at their children’s wedding so its nice for a change to give her something that can be actually hers. It does not have to spectacularly fancy. Most desi mothers are prone to detail and the thought behind the gift so dont worry too much if you cant gift her a “Sonai Ka Kara” like your CEO did. Not everyone has the same pockets.

Flowers

If youre a student or internee, or just generally low on cash this is a good way to show your sentiments to your mother. Desi mom have a natural green thumb and they can keep the flowers alive way longer than you can. Besides it gives them something to take care of which we all know desi mothers enjoy a lot.

Chocolates

Unless your mother isnt diabetic, a little sweet tooth can help lighten up the mood. Even though youre very sure your mom is going to “hide” them away and then forget about it, its still a lovely thing to give to show a little sentiment. If not chocolates, she must be partial to some “Mithai” which you can get her. There’s always a desi solution to thing dont you worry.

Dinner

Take her out of the house and break her routine. She will enjoy the time spent with you and also feel refreshed after a day out. Driving her around is also a great way for her to get updates about the city and also get chores done because we all know there is a never ending list of that.

Perfume

Desi mom’s love perfume. Theyre attracted to it like bees to flowers. Even though they will use it very sparingly and only one special occassions, gifting a perfume is a nice way to thank her for all her efforts. Besides everytime she wears it she will think of you.

Gadgets

Most desi moms distrust gadgets and technology and love doing things the old fashioned way but if youre smart about it you could probably find something to buy that will ease her load in the kitchen. Theres a million gadget for cutting, slicing & dicing now that will help tremendously with her work load in the kitchen. No compromise on taste though!

Kitchen Utensils

Another thing desi mom’s do is to love their cutlery even more than their children. Break something and you can expect an inquisition, followed by almost a trial. We’ve all seen stacks upon stacks of “bartan” probably even older than our eldest siblings. Gifting her utensils that she can probably replace the old ones with is a nice idea that will save her time and cash. Be careful though, it has to be from the same company and the same make.

Spa Day

I cant speak for everyone’s mom but a spa day can help her relax and unwind. Sometimes a good massage that relieves a knot in her back or calves can help her relax for more than anything else. Plus she can get pampered and looked after completely and she can come back glowing like a queen she truly is!

Movie Night

Who remembers the phrase “Yai Hamarai Zamanai Ki Film Hai”. With the power technology and social media, gather a tub of popcorns and snacks and a good oldie film. Be fully prepared though since these were usually 3-4 hour spectacles! Pre plan for the bathroom breaks.

Spring Cleaning

You know what makes desi moms like doing the best? Cleaning. So help her out in that and make her day. Wipe the tables, scrub the floor, rub the bannisters, dust the furniture. Nothing and I mean nothing will absolutely make her more happy than you being a tidy little kid folding sheets and putting away your clothes on hangers.