5 Movies Redefining Love Through Cycling

What is love? Well, we know it can't be defined; it's so deep and beyond words, and all that. What I believe love is, is spending time with each other. Time, something precious and limited we have on this earth, and how we choose to spend it speaks volumes about our relationships, and connections. While traditional dates like dinner or coffee outings hold their charm, there's something exceptionally romantic about cycling together. Cycling, as I see it, is beautifully experiencing togetherness and individuality at the same time as we explore our paths. We usually go through life in a rush, but when we cycle, things slow down.

1. Normal People

Though both characters are mostly sad and tense throughout the series, in the cycling scene, Marianne's "woahh" signifies a moment of pure joy, while Connell finds solace in embracing his inner child.

2. Call Me By Your Name

Oliver and Elio's bike ride through the beautiful Italian countryside in one summer adds to the romance of the film, highlighting one of its most beautiful aspects.

3. Dear Zindagi

Dr. Jahangir helps Kaira feel better by taking her cycling in Goa, where they talk about her feelings and learn important things together.

4. Dil Dhadkane Do

In "Dil Dhadakne Do, Kabir and Farah’s first date is a bike ride where they chat about being dog or cat lovers, getting to know each other better. These kinds of fun bike rides are something we need more of in life.

5. The Reader

In this intense drama of love, loss, and mistakes, Hannah and Michael share limited time, but their cycling vacation is a cherished and beautiful moment.

So, these are some movies that gave us a cinematic journey where characters pedal through picturesque landscapes and evolve us for our next-date ideas.