An Independence Day is a historic occasion for everyone, regardless of the country. As time has passed, the traditions related to this day have also evolved. Few years ago, kite flying was the biggest sport. The significance of the kite flying refers to the freedom that India got from British rule on August 15, 1947. Furthermore, despite kite flying being a thrilling activity to do with your family and friends it has its downsides. Kite flying particularly causes harm to birds. The Sharp thread (manja) injures or even can be the cause of their death.
Nonetheless, there are alternatives for kite flying to make Independence Day both enjoyable and safe for everyone. One of the alternatives is watching patriotic movies. Especially real life/event based movies. Not only are they worth watching, it also helps you in getting to know more about your country and the struggles of the people who have fought for it.
To help you celebrate in a meaningful way, we’ve compiled a list of recommended patriotic movies that you can enjoy with your family and friends.
- Sam Bahudur: 2023
Plot- The movie is a biopic of Sam Mankeshaw, India’s first field Marshal. Starring- Vicky Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, Fatima Sana Shaikh.
- Gunjan Saxena: 2020
Plot- “The Kargil girl”,one of the first women to fly in a combat zone. Starring- Janhvi Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi and Angad Bedi.
- Manikarnika: 2019
Plot- India’s struggle for freedom began in 1857 when Jhansi’s Rani Lakshmibai launched a ferocious uprising against British authority. She shows herself as a strong warrior in the middle of the conflict, opposing the British soldiers to save her realm and her people and turning into a symbol of bravery and resistance. Starring- Kangana Ranaut,Ankita Lokhande and Suresh Oberoi.
- URI: 2019
Plot- The Indian army’s special forces carry out an undercover operation to exact revenge on a terrorist organisation for killing fellow soldiers at their base. Starring- Vicky Kaushal, Paresh Rawal, Mohit Raina, and Yami Gautam.
- Raazi: 2018
Plot- Sehmat Khan was married into a Pakistani family by her father, who wants to collect crucial information for RAW as an undercover agent. Starring Alia Bhatt,Vicky Kaushal,Jaideep Ahlawat.
- Shershaan: 2021
Plot- The movie is based on Vikram Batra, martyred in the Kargil war action. Starring Sidharth Malhotra, Kiara Advani.
- Mangal Pandey: 2005
Plot- India’s struggle for freedom began in 1857 when Mangal Pandey ignited a rebellion against British authority. During the battle, he befriends Capt. William Gordon, a British officer who understands India’s plight, in an unexpected way. Starring Amir Khan,Rani Mukerji, Ameesha Patel, Kiran Kher, Toby Stephens.
- Swades: 2004
Plot- Mohan is an Indian working for NASA who came back to India to look for her former caretaker. While spending time at the village he ended up making changes in the village for good. Starring Shahrukh Khan and Gayatri Joshi and Kishori Ballal.
- Lakshay: 2004
Plot- The film centres on Karan Shergill, a young, aimless, and impatient man from Delhi who enlists in the Indian Army and develops into a combat hero just before wars break out. Starring- Hrithik Roshan, Amitabh Bachchan and Preity Zinta.
- The Legend of Bhagat Singh: 2002
Plot- One of the revolutionaries who used different tactics to fight for the same Indian independence was Bhagat Singh, a freedom fighter.Starring Ajay Devgan, Sushant Singh, Farida Jalal, Amrita Rao and Akhilendra Mishra.
In conclusion, watching a movie with your loved ones is safer than flying kites and risking the lives of other creatures. A movie marathon can not only entertain you but also will help you to stay informed about the freedom fighters of your country.
To round out your Independence Day celebration, explore how global festivities reflect our shared values of freedom and culture. Dive into our article here: Independence Day. Lastly, Happy Independence day!
