Valentine’s Day is about love, cutesy gifts, and romantic dates for everyone, except, obviously, all the singles out there. For singles, the day means aggressively skipping cringe couple reels and being bombarded by rom-coms on every OTT platform. But this V-Day, we have an anti-Valentine’s Day watchlist for you. Singles, get your snacks ready and watch these Indian anti-romance movies to side-eye love on Valentine’s Day 2026.

1. Darr (1993)

Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, and Sunny Deol, Darr shows how dangerous and intense love can become. Rahul, an obsessive lover, does everything he can to sabotage his ex-girlfriend, Kiran’s, relationship with her fiancé, Sunil. It’s a perfect anti-romance movie for Valentine’s Day because it reminds you that not all love stories should be cheered on. Sometimes, staying single is the safer, smarter choice.

Where to watch: Netflix

2. Darlings (2022)

If you think love is tolerance, this movie shows how damaging that belief can be. Darlings portrays a seemingly beautiful love story that slowly leads to brutal abuse disguised as affection. The film doesn’t reject love, it questions the idea that love alone is enough to hold a relationship together.

Where to watch: Netflix

3. Ek Hasina Thi (2004)

Starring Saif Ali Khan and Urmila Matondkar, Ek Hasina Thi follows Sarika, who falls for the charming guy Karan. Even though he seems too good to be true, she subtly dodges all the red flags until Karan puts her life in jeopardy. What follows is a slow, chilling shift from romance to revenge. Ek Hasina Thi is among the best anti-romance movies for singles to watch on Valentine’s Day.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video  | YouTube

4. Lajja (2001)

Four women from different walks of life navigate love, marriage, and societal pressures, each facing betrayal, control, or heartbreak along the way. Lajja isn’t about a fairy tale romance, it’s about the messy realities of relationships. If you like movies that don’t sugarcoat romance, Lajja is a must-watch.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

5. The Girlfriend (2025)

Rashmika Mandanna’s The Girlfriend is a coming-of-age anti-romance movie that portrays how toxic love can be. The film follows Bhooma, a young woman who loves her boyfriend until she sees his dark side. What starts as love turns into a battle to set emotional boundaries in relationships to escape toxic partners.

Where to watch: Netflix

6. Luck By Chance (2009)

The movie follows Vikram, an aspiring actor and a loving boyfriend. But as soon as he lands a big break in Bollywood, he gets swayed by the industry’s charm. This puts Vikram’s relationship to the test, showing how ambition can overshadow love. Singles, this movie is a much-needed reminder to always put your self-respect above love and ambition.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

7. Dev.D (2009)

Directed by Anurag Kashyap, Dev.D is a modern take on the 2002 Bollywood film Devdas. Anurag’s Dev.D follows Dev (Abhay Deol), a young man spiralling after heartbreak and making bad choices. Here, love isn’t glamorous, it’s messy, impulsive, and often self-destructive. The movie also portrays bold women who learn to love themselves rather than chasing fickle people obsessed with performative love.

 Where to watch: YouTube

Featured Image Source

More from All About Eve

‘Mardaani 3’ Review: Rani Mukerji Delivers Another Knockout Performance In This Crime Drama

Daldal Series Review: Not Bhumi Pednekkar, Samara Tijori Is The Star Of This Crime Thriller

Is O’Romeo A Shakespeare Adaptation? Here’s The Truth Behind Vishal Bhardwaj’s Film

Border 2 Review: Come For Nostalgia And Patriotism, Stay For The Performances

Muamma Drama Review: Saba Qamar Plays A Femme Fatale You Can’t Ignore