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Laughter in times of coronavirus

We frequently hear that laughter is the best medicine. How ironic it is that everyone knows this but yet we often forget to take this medicine. The ongoing pandemic is afflicting everyone both mentally and physically. Medicine to help us heal physically are widely available. But do you know an age-old medicine to heal our mental state is also widely available? All we need to do is administer it. And this is one case where even the doctors will okay self-administration of medicines. Yes you guessed it right! Laughter i.e., the best medicine! Let laughter be your medicine in times of coronavirus.

Laughter can be an amazing coping mechanism especially when the world is struggling with a pandemic with no cure in sight. It is the only therapy that doesn’t cost a dime and works within minutes. It takes a fraction of a second to crack a joke and laugh our hearts out. This little fraction of time can give people a whole new level of energy. Laughter in the time of coronavirus, is the best exercise that can get us through the lockdown. 

Here is a list of a few sitcoms and movies that will help in getting through the pandemic and lockdown and bring laughter in times of coronavirus.

Bridget Jones Diary by Helen Fielding


Given Helen Fielding's tremendously well-known novel, this rom-com follows Bridget, a post women's activist, a thirty-something British lady. The movie covers her story of accomplishing both personal and professional goals. Her attempt to manage both through hilarious events and her search to find “Mr Right”. Bridget Jones Diary is full of pop songs and laughable embarrassing situations. This one will put a grin all over.                             Catch it on Amazon Prime 

Seinfeld By Larry David


A sitcom set in the late ’80s in America, follows the life of Jerry Seinfeld and his friends, who go through various hilarious situations. The show is filled with jokes that can make you laugh out loud. The remarkable ensemble and chemistry between them makes every episode worth it. The show will put you in a good mood and brighten your lockdown.          Don’t miss this show on Amazon Prime 

Full house by Jeff Franklin


The sitcom is set in San Francisco. Full house is about a widowed father who raises his three daughters with the help of his best friend and brother-in-law. The show will take you on a hilarious and joyous ride for eight seasons. The heartfelt bond between father and daughter will melt your heart. And at the same time, the funny situations will make you laugh. Full House will put a big smile on your face.                                                          A must watch on Netflix

Liar Liar by Tom Shadyac


An all-time classic Liar Liar, starring Jim Carrey will make you laugh like never before!! The movie is all about how the actor is caught up in his son’s wish that puts him through funny and hilarious situations. The amazing comic timing and acting will surely put your worries aside.                                                                                                                          A sure shot on Amazon Prime    

Hera Pheri by Priyadarshan


One of the best movies that Bollywood has churned is Hera Pheri. The movie stars the trio of actors Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar and Sunil Shetty. Hera Pheri has set major goals when it comes to comedy movies. The film is a stress buster. You will laugh the same, as you laughed when you watch it for the first time or the millionth time. The movie is full of surprises and laughter. Heri Pheri has been called as “ Height of Comedy”. Not only is it the source of memes but also of real-life “LMAO”                                                                  A must watch on Amazon Prime. 

Welcome by Aneez Bazmee


The star-studded comedy including Akshay Kumar, Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, Anil Kapoor, and many more, will make you giggle all along. This Aneez Bazmee creation will blow your mind with gags. Welcome is an extraordinary comedy. Every bit of the movie is hilarious.                                                                                                                     A sure shot fire on Zee5

Yeh Meri family by Sameer Saxena


To all the 90’s kids, this show is a walk down memory lane. Yeh meri family is an Indian sitcom that revolves around Harshu and his family. The sitcom is set in the summer of 1998. The show carries every single emotion flawlessly. All 90’s kids will relate to the funny and dramatic situations of the show. Yeh meri family is a mini-series with only seven episodes and binds every emotion. The show is a must-watch.                              Available on Netflix and TVF

Let smiles and laughter be your weapons of choice to fight and conquer the downside of this lockdown. Stay safe! Stay Home!
Updated On: 25 Sep'21, 05:33 AM IST