Having siblings feels like having a friend at home to hang around with. They are our partners in crime when it comes to raiding the fridge at night or sneaking out for some fun times. But sometimes, they are also our adversaries, what with fighting over silly things, competing to be the most-loved child or just getting annoyed by their mere existence! All said, it is also true that life is boring without them. On Raksha Bandhan, this sweet bond is celebrated as the siblings tie a rakhi on each other. Traditionally, it was the sisters who tied a rakhi on their brothers, seeking their love and protection. However, with time, Raksha Bandhan became not just for brothers and sisters only, but also for two sisters or two brothers who want to celebrate the festival. Highlighting the fun bond between siblings, My Kolkata has curated a list of Instagram reels on Rksha Bandhan, that are not only hilarious, but heartwarming, too.
That annoying sibling
The first word on the list to explain your sibling must be ‘annoying’! No matter who you are, a brother or a sister, there have been moments in life when you have regretted not being a single child. Among the list of the annoying things they do, the most extreme one is interrupting you when you are trying to make a point. This trait can also be found in them, when you are trying to sing a song. Like @jesse_lever annoys @its_jamielever in this reel below. We all have been there, haven't we?
Partners in crime
If you and your siblings are foodies, then you will relate to this reel by @aimankalia. Do you get sudden midnight cravings and you are too lazy to cook or are scared that the chaos in the kitchen might wake up your parents? Do you also resort to ordering food with your sibling? After the order is placed, it is time to make sure the delivery man doesn't ring the doorbell. The two of you eagerly wait with your eyes fixed on the map, tracking the delivery person and then calling him to explain the code of secrecy. Having a sibling can sure be adventurous!
That matured elder sister
This reel by @hindvi_aryavart is specifically for the younger ones, who have an elder sister with an age gap of five years or more. Having a sister who is more than five years older to you does not feel like having a sibling. They become your virtual guardian. They are your protector, caregiver and your go-to person for everything. They might sometimes fight with you, but in the end, they forgive you. From academics to love life, from career to fashion — they are like your in-house mentor. They give you pocket money when your parents refuse. They dress you up for special occasions and as children they must have even taken up last-minute projects or homework and saved you from trouble at school.
Things younger siblings do…
Now that we have praised the older sibling, can we also admit how cute younger siblings are. Especially when there's a big age gap. The young one looks up to you and comes running to you with every little thing. Like in this reel by @suru.mi, the little one video calls you only to show you the dance step they have just picked up. The innocence and eagerness shows how much they look up to you and how much you mean to them. If you have a little brother or sister, you will know it!
The Rakhi algorithm
Promises of protection, expressing love and everything sounds great, but what do siblings really care about on Raksha Bandhan? In a hilarious reel by @vibewithguptasisters, one of the sisters is excited about the gift! Gifts on Raksha Bandhan are the most exciting part of the rituals. While the gift is something that your sibling picks for you out of love, can you manipulate their choice to make it more appropriate for you? You might be able to do that! How? Check out this reel!
