As Raksha Bandhan 2025 approaches, it’s the perfect time to revisit some of the memorable on-screen sibling relationships. From quirky sitcoms to bollywood bonanzas, these on-screen pairs have showcased many facets of sibling dynamics. You get to see the love, the rivalry, the support, and the camaraderie. In this blog post, we will talk about the best on-screen sibling duos that left an impression.
While you plan this Raksha Bandhan, here’s a list of on-screen siblings that’s bound to get you nostalgic:
If you are a 90s kid, then there are good chances that you watched these on-screen sibling duos with your sibling on your television sets.
1. Ross and Monica
Let’s begin with this famous pair of siblings. Many of us might have caught onto their show during our later teenage years, but their strong bond still made us all go ‘Awww’. No need to doubt that. He’s the nerdy and endearing paleontologist, while she’s the obsessive control freak, also taking on the role of the group’s mother hen.
Through all the highs and lows, they always stood by each other. Remember the Dance routine? And oh, do you recall Ross’s reaction to discovering Chandler and Monica’s relationship?
2. Iqbal and Khadija
This one might get you thinking. This on-screen sibling duo is from the movie ‘Iqbal’ (Sheyas Talpade) who is deaf and mute and has his younger sister, Khadija always by his side protecting him, being his biggest supporter, and being his ears and voice as and when needed. She was the one who translated the training to him and made sure he learnt well. Both Shreyas and Shweta Basu managed to pull off the entire sibling relationship so effortlessly that you really root for them throughout the movie. This may be an underrated movie, but it’s a must-watch nonetheless.
3. Ron and Ginny
All the Potterheads, aren’t you glad they are on the list? From just being that annoying little sister to being a major part of his life, the relationship between Ron and Ginny came along really far, so much so that he didn’t mind losing his best friend, Harry when he found out about them. Not just that, for someone who has mostly been the scaredy cat out of the three friends, he didn’t think twice before going into the chamber of secrets when he found out the student everyone was talking about was Ginny.
4. Aditi and Amit
The sibling pair in ‘Jaane Tu…Ya Jaane Na’ might not fit the perfect sibling mold. Yet, their understanding of each other was unique. They felt as genuine as it gets not always agreeing or having similarities, but standing by each other when it counted. Their bond showed unwavering support despite their differences. Their mix of ups and downs make their relationship so realistic.
5. Dexter and Dee Dee
How can we have a list of on-screen siblings and not have this iconic duo on the list? They filled our childhood with laughter. From Dexter screaming “Stay out of my laboratory” to Dede repeatedly saying “Oooh! What does THAT button do?”. This cartoon was everyone’s favorite. You couldn’t help but fall in love with how much they annoy each other but also love and care about each other just as much.
6. Sheldon and Missy
These two twins have completely different personalities. Sheldon on one hand can’t get enough of his numbers, Missy wouldn’t miss a chance to pick on him with her witty sense of humour. While Sheldon would spend time in the garage making generators with explosives (which he organised), Missy would be out there totally unaware of the future of electricity, rather enjoying her day at Burger King. And guess what, they share a room. They may be opposites but they just sit right with each other. Their onscreen dynamics is one of the reasons why we love the show ‘Young Sheldon’.
7. Parasite Siblings
Siblings are always there for each other, standing strong together. They support, sometimes even get each other jobs, and share mischievous adventures. As the story unfolds, the brother-sister pair in the movie even gets their entire family involved in their thrilling scheme. If you momentarily set aside the movie’s dark theme, you can find the affection between them truly motivating. When you finish watching the movie, their bond will stay with you.
8. Bart and Lisa Simpson
Bart and Lisa are an enjoyable duo to watch on TV. They will remind you of the silly fights you had with your own brother or sister when you were little. Intelligent Lisa always plays her sister card with Bart. They fight for the TV remote or simply over dinner. All of us are guilty of that, right?
9. Sandy and Anna from Housefull
For everyone who’s watched Housefull, the relationship between Sandy and her brother, Anna is a memorable one. It added spice to the crazy plot. He is the quintessential elder brother who will hurt her sister’s boyfriend if he crossed the line. Arjun Rampal and Deepika played their roles perfectly. Anna is always disapproving of Aarush (Akshay Kumar), and Sandy is always trying to convince him otherwise. They also have another sister in the movie, Pooja, making it a trio of one close-knit family.
10.Elsa and Anna (Frozen):
Raksha Bandhan is not just for the brothers and sisters, it is for all sibling duos. It celebrates the essence of protection one sibling offers the other. And while we are talking about iconic sibling duos how can we forget Anna and Elsa? The royal sisters showed us the strength of sibling love. Elsa’s icy powers and Anna’s boundless optimism created a heartwarming dynamic. Elsa may be afraid of her powers, but Anna believes in her sister and even dies for her. The cute l’il song “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” is a heartwarming moment in the movie showing how both of them grow up and apart.
11. Sherlock and Mycroft Holmes (Sherlock):
Who hasn’t watched Sherlock Holmes? It’s a treat for anyone who is into mystery and thriller. Benedict Cumberbatch made smartness cool again with his rendition of Sherlock. And if you thought Sherlock was intelligent, Mycroft comes in to shatter that bar and set it higher. The Holmes brothers from this modern adaptation portray a complex bond. They are not close emotionally but they will protect each other and have mutual respect.
12. Luke and Leia Skywalker (Star Wars)
Luke and Leia Skywalker, the iconic twins from Star Wars, embody a powerful sibling bond despite being separated at birth and raised apart. Their destinies intertwine through the Force, showcasing a profound family connection that drives the epic saga and captivates audiences across the galaxy.
13. David & Alexis from Schitt’s Creek
The Roses came to Schitt’s Creek because they had nothing else left. Alexis and David were two spoiled kids who grew into mature adults. The series takes you through a ride, where you see David clapping for Alexis when she gets together with Ted, and Alexis supporting David’s new business. While they have their adorable banter, both love each other. They are a sassy bro-sis duo that light up the screen with their verbal fireworks.
14. Sam & Dean Winchester from Supernatural
Many of us grew up with Supernatural. When Dean Winchester showed up on our screen with “Dad’s been on a hunting trip and he hasn’t been home in a few days.” our worlds changed. This gritty brother duo lived through it all, they hunted strigas, killed vampires and exorcised demons. They even killed God! But even through the heavy metal and heavier themes, their bond shined through. The Hell House episode from season 1 is one of the best, because it shows their boyish delight and their creative pranks. It’s a fun show to watch, even if you don’t have any siblings.
15. Kabir and Ayesha Dil Dhadakne Do
Most of us know this famous first line from Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina “Happy families are all alike, every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” A similar theme has been portrayed in Dil Dhadakne do. Ayesha and Kabir are part of the great Indian dysfunctional family! But they have each other’s back. We all remember the scene where Ayesha’s mother-in-law is emotionally blackmailing Ayesha, and Kabir offers her the real knife instead of butter knife. “Aunty woh butter knife hai, ye lijiye and ese katiye”. We all laughed our lungs off! If you are missing your brother (or sister), then this movie will make you feel closer to them.
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Some honorary mentions:
- Wednesday and Pugsley Addams from The Addams Family
- Luke and Leia from the Star Wars franchise
Why stick to the brother-sister sibling duo?
- Thor and Loki from The Avengers
- Damon and Stefan Salvatore from The Vampire Diaries
- Will and Jonathan from Stranger Things
Raksha Bandhan is a lovely time for siblings to bond over food, gifts, and most importantly love. It’s an occasion that you just can’t afford to miss even if you live far apart. So, if you want to give your sibling something, we have discounts on rakhi gifts that you can check out. Get offers on popular brands like FNP, Zouk, Giva, boAt, HP, and more.
If we missed out on your favorite sibling duo, then don’t be shy to comment. Hope you have a good celebration!
Have a Happy Raksha Bandhan!
