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Celebrate Rakhi on 19 August 2024, Saturday

Famous Brother and Sister

Raksha Bandhan every year is celebrated usually in the month of August which is one of the celebrations of India which commemorates the pious relationship shared between brothers and sisters. Irrespective of the caste, creed, ethnicity, religion and the financial status, it is celebrated in every part of the country. No matter how rich or poor a person is, on this day he/ will have the similar zeal of the festivity. May be a person is living in a slum are or in the most affluent societies of the locality but he will have the same love for their sisters and brothers.

There are various famous brothers and sisters are there which prove that no matter what the bond shared between brothers and sisters, is always eternal and the most heart touching one. Here is a list of famous brothers and sisters that will demonstrate that no matter what brothers will be very important to a sister and vice versa.

LEGENDRY BROTHERS AND SISTERS
1. Yamuna or Yami & Yamaraj

As per the Hindu mythology, Yamaraja is the Death God of Hindus and Yamuna or Yami is the twin sister of Yamraja! Both of them were born to Sarnanya and Vivasvant. As per the sculptures, it is said that, the tradition of tying Raksha thread was started from the day when Yami tied Rakhi on to Yamraj’s wrist so that he becomes immortal. Yamraj was so very much taken aback by this act of Yami that he announced on the very day that whosoever will tie a Rakhi on his wrist will automatically get blessed with a long life!

2. Krishna & Subhadra

Balrama and Krishna were the brothers of Subhadra and she was very much affectionate to both of them! Subhadra was married to Arjuna and Abhimanyu was their son! This is also a very famous brother sister pair which has been famous in the Hindu mythology.

famous brother and sister 3. Kansa Devaki

In the Hindu mythology, Kansa was considered as the dictator brother of Devaki and he was also the maternal uncle of Lord Krishna. Devaki was the mother of eight children and he came to know that her sister’s sons would be his killers then vowed to kill all of them.

BOLLYWOOD: FAMOUS BROTHERS SISTERS
1. Ashmit & Amisha Patel

Amisha Patel is a famous Bollywood actress who embarked on her journey to Bollywood with the movie “Kaho na Pyaar Hai”. Till now to her credit many successful movies and few of them she did culd not really work well. Now her brother Amish Patel is made his debut into the Indian film industry.

2. Lata Mangeshkar &Hridyanath Mangeshkar

Lata Mangeshkar &Hridyanath Mangeshkar was both born to Pt. Dinanath Mangeshkar. Asha mangeshkar was also their sister. Both Lata and Asha Mangeshkar have made a remarkable mark in the field of singing in the Bollywood industry. While, their brother Hridyanath Mangeshkar is a reputed music director, Lata Mangeshkar is known as the “Melody Queen” of the Singing industry of the Bollywood. And, the name of Asha Bhosale is known for her versatile style of singing.

3. Tushar Kapoor & Ekta Kapoor

Tushar and Ekta are the children of Jitendtra who was a famous actor of his time! Eksta and Tushar are one of the very famous brothers and sisters of the Indian entertainment industry. While Ekta is known for her most famous television soaps, Tushar has made his mark in the Bollywood industry with his comic timing as an actor.

While, there are many famous brothers and sisters, these are only a few of the names who have always been known for their affectionate relationship with their brothers and sisters. With their friendly, warm and loving demeanour towards each other, they have set an example and everyone can take inspiration from that. When Raksha Bandhan is around, it’s great if you can fill yourself with zeal for a plentiful celebration.

Get inspired and Show Your Love to Your Brother/Sister on this Raksha Bandhan 2022!!

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