The Most Memorable Dogs From Indian Films – Cross Talk India

Bollywood has never failed to include everything that represents the cultural sentiments of our country making films rightfully beat in the hearts of the masses in this country. Films have also not failed to include our furry friends in their world, winning our hearts by leaving no emotions untouched. 

As dogs are said to be best friends of humans, these stories of some of the iconic and memorable dog characters from Bollywood are unforgettable characters that will always stay in our hearts. From Tuffy to Pluto, here are some of the cutest poochies that we loved on the big screens of cinema. 

The Fluffies Of Bollywood: From Hum Aapke Hain Kaun To Dil Dhadakne Do:

Hum Aapke Hai Kaun..!:

This family drama of Sooraj Barjatya is a love story in a joint family set up in India. Despite the film starring superstars like Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit, Anupam Kher, and many more, the one character that stayed with everyone was none other than Tuffy the family dog. He was not just a biased umpire but the best wingman Prem and Nisha could ask for. This iconic dog impacted so many dogs that India spectated a significant amount of rise in purchases of white pomeranian dogs and many people named their dogs as ‘Tuffy’ proving this character to be truly iconic.

It’s Entertainment:

A film centred around a dog! Yep, that’s right. It’s Entertainment is a truly entertaining and fun drama centered around a golden retriever named Entertainment, who is not just a dog left behind his owner but a billionaire heir to his owner’s fortune. Entertainment’s antics drive the plot, with the human characters manoeuvring to gain his favour. 

Dil Dhadakne Do:

Pluto Mehra, the wittiest member of the twisted family of Mehras is not a human, but a Bullmastiff. Pluto, voice covered by Aamir Khan. Pluto who is a narrator of the film provides comic relief with his expressive face and silent observations. He represents unconditional love and loyalty within the dysfunctional Mehra family and teaches us the true way of living by enjoying life’s simplest moments and living in the moment.

Chillar Party:

Bollywood is often tainted with allegations of lack of inclusivity, be it ‘nepotism’ claims or a lack of ‘homosexual’ artists inclusion. However, we are glad at least here, Bollywood did not fail to include stray animals who truly represent the streets of India, found in every corner, and every gully of our country. And when it comes to stray dog characters in films, the first name that pops up is the name of Bhidu, not just a dog protagonist who pets while passing through the streets, but a loyal friend of Fatka, an abandoned orphan. The friendship between Fatka and Bhidu represents two discarded children of the cruel society who deserve the utmost love of all, while Bhidu teaches how with love and pure intentions, you can win over everyone’s heart and unite everyone around.

Mera Naam Joker:

Mera Naam Joker is a timeless masterpiece from the 1970s that is still admired by cinephiles and music lovers of the modern age. The story revolves around the life of a Joker in a circus, which is a representation of life and its hardships, emotions, and pain. However, what many often miss to notice is the only companion of this sad, lonely Joker who makes the world laugh at the cost of his own sorrows, Moti the dog, one of the members of his circus troupe of Meena, Moti, and Raju. Moti is later taken away by the municipality due to the stray population.