Independence Day 2025: This Independence Day weekend, you are either celebrating away from home or planning the perfect binge-watch marathon. Now that festivities at the Red Fort have receded, it’s time to hit the kitchen and make yourself a bag of popcorn because here’s a list of 15 movies to raise those patriotic spirits.

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  1. Purab aur Pashchim

Honouring the great Manoj ‘Bharat’ Kumar, watch this iconic movie starring Prem Chopra and songs you cannot celebrate Independence Day without. Reports say that 2007’s Namastey London storyline was inspired from this classic.

Manoj Kumar and Saira Banu in Purab aur Pashchim
  1. Shaurya

This courtroom drama starring Rahul Bose, shows ethical dilemmas in the Indian military. Based on the themes of justice, integrity and patriotism, it is an itense film starring Kay Kay Menon as well.

  1. Pinjar

Reminiscing the harrowing Partition of 1947, this powerful drama from 2003 has been rated 7.9 on IMDb. Pinjar is an adaptation of Amrita Pritam’s novel with delicate and soft portrayals of the theme.

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  1. A Wednesday!

This classic Naseeruddin Shah movie is a complete thriller for those who wish to be on the edge of their seat for the entire runtime. Involving a common man’s stand against terrorism, he becomes one himself in an attempt to find the solution to his problem.

  1. The Ghazi Attack

This Sankalp Reddy directorial is India’s first underwater war film. It is based on the mysterious sinking of PNS Ghazi with strong performances. If you are fascinated by naval warfare, and more strenuous situations than spy verse, this is the film for you.

Om Puri in The Ghazi Attack
  1. Garm Hava

Taking you back to the 70s, this intense film is a classic, yet under-appreciated title. Exploring post-partition Agra, it gives a unique lens on the freshly Independent India and her struggles.

7.Kranti

Bringing back the Manoj Kumar fever, this film will take you on an intense journey on India’s freedom struggle. With unforgettable music, this patriotic film was penned by Salim-Javed.

  1. Bose: The Forgotten Hero

Exploring the mysterious death of Indian freedom fighter Subhash Chandra Bose has fascinated generations. Calling this India’s biggest cover-up, this film explores this tale and celebrating his feat during the Indian freedom struggle.

  1. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

The film, starring Janhvi Kapoor, tells the story of Flight Lieutenant Gunjan Saxena, one of India’s first female combat pilots, capturing her grit, courage, and barrier-breaking role in the 1999 Kargil War.

  1. Sardar Udham

How can a list of patriotic films not include Vicky Kaushal? Released on OTT, this film is about a revolutionary freedom fighter. Directed by the iconic Shoojit Sircar, showcases the struggle behind the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.