Raksha Bandhan 2023: 5 half-siblings of Bollywood who share close bond

Raksha Bandhan is a day to celebrate the beautiful bond between a brother and sister. B-town celebs celebrate the festival with fervour.

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From Arjun Kapoor and Janhvi Kapoor to Sara Ali Khan and Taimur, here are 5 half-sibling duos of Bollywood who busted the myth that blood is thicker than water.

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Sara Ali Khan - Taimur

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Arjun Kapoor - Janhvi Kapoor

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Esha Deol - Sunny Deol

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Ishaan Khatter - Shahid Kapoor

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Alia Bhatt - Pooja Bhatt

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