Movies for Independence Day 2023: Considering India’s struggle for freedom is one of the greatest freedom movements in world history, here are 7 Patriotic Indian Movies that showcase the struggles and sacrifices of the freedom fighters. Each of these movies deals with personalities who were crucial in the freedom struggle.
What’s peculiar is the span of time across which the historical characters, showcased in these movies, lived. It sheds light on the length of time for which the struggle continued before India finally got its independence, 90 years to be precise (1857 to 1947). If you watch every single movie in this list, you will have a full recap of the country’s struggle for freedom and how it moved forward. So let’s begin.
7 Patriotic Indian Movies to Watch on 77th Independence Day
Shershaah
The movie is based on the life of Captain Vikram Batra, who died fighting in the Kargil War of 1999. His contingent would go on to capture Point 4875, which led to Pakistan’s retreat and India winning the war. Directed by Vishnuvardhan, the movie tells the story of Batra’s love for the Indian Army and how he became its part only to lay down his life for his country. Starring Sidharth Malhotra as Vikram Batra and Kiara Advani as Batra’s ladylove Dimple, the movie is one of the best patriotic movies as well as biographical dramas that received love from both critics and viewers alike. It is available on Amazon Prime Video.
The Legend of Bhagat Singh
The movie stars Ajay Devgn as a freedom fighter and revolutionary Bhagat Singh, who was hanged to death at the young age of 23. The movie, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, chronicles the life of Singh right from when he saw the Jallianwala Bagh massacre to the killing of a British police officer to the Central Legislative Assembly bombing to his very execution. It remains one of the best movies that is based on the life of a freedom fighter ever made in India and is available on Amazon Prime Video.
Mangal Pandey The Rising
Based on the life of Indian soldier Mangal Pandey who can be said to be the first freedom fighter, the movie has been directed by Ketan Mehta. Pandey sparked the Revolt of 1857, aka Sepoy Mutiny, which was the first war for India’s independence. He was ultimately hanged. Aamir Khan’s portrayal of the freedom fighter remains a testimony to why he is known as a perfectionist. Since it deals with the first war for Independence, it makes sense, to begin with this movie before moving on to the rest. It is available on Amazon Prime Video.
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Manikarnika The Queen of Jhansi
Based on the life of the Queen of Jhansi, Rani Lakshmi Bai, the movie stars Kangana Ranaut playing the role of the fierce fighter who, too, fought in the Revolt of 1857. It tells the story of how she refused to give in to the East India Company’s demand to claim her kingdom. Not only did the actress’s portrayal of the queen receive widespread applause, but the movie became one of the highest-grossing movies in India that are women-centric. It has been co-directed by the Queen-actress along with Krish Jagarlamudi. You can watch the movie on Amazon Prime Video.
Sardar
A movie that not many will have heard about, Sardar is based on the life of Sardar Vallabhai Patel, nationalist and first deputy Prime Minister of independent India. The character is played brilliantly by Paresh Rawal, and the movie shows how Patel joined the freedom movement after being moved by the words of Mahatma Gandhi. It has been directed by Ketan Mehta. If you want to know about this legendary figure, the movie is an effective watch. the movie is available on YouTube.
Hey Ram
A classic Kamal Haasan directorial, Hey Ram, deals with the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. I don’t want to spoil the story any further, but I can assure you that you will be moved to the core after you see this movie. Religious conflicts and emotions, accompanied by the national freedom struggle, make this movie no less than a need-to-watch this August 15th. Along with the direction, Haasan has also written it. It also has Shah Rukh Khan in a significant role. You can watch the film on Amazon Prime Video.
Sardar Udham
A masterclass in filmmaking and depiction of real events, this film, based on the life of revolutionary Sardar Udham Singh, is director Shoojit Sircar at his finest. Udham assassinated Michael O’Dwyer as a sign of revenge for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Every aspect of the movie received praise from critics, especially Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal of the titular role. Following a non-linear narrative, the movie is a must-watch this Independence Day. The film is available on Amazon Prime Video.
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