New Delhi: On January 26 every year, our country celebrates Republic Day. On this day 72 years back, the Constitution of India came into effect, thus turning our nation into a newly formed republic. Republic Day is a national holiday and is celebrated all across the country. The citizens of India celebrate this day by watching parades, by involving in patriotic activities and others. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, plans for Republic Day seems to have been spoiled.
Here’s an R-Day movie watchlist that you can watch to reminisce your love for the country and get the patriotic vibes right. So, grab a tub of popcorn and hop on!
1942: A Love Story (1994)
If you’re a fan of the romantic genre, this film is just for you. Vidhu Vinod Chopra directorial brings to your screen a love story from the pre-Independence era set in the background of the Indian revolution and it has a patriotic twist in the climax. It is marked by songs by R.D. Burman and features Anil Kapoor and Manisha Koirala.
Where to Watch- Netflix
Swades (2004)
Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, Swades is the story of an Indian expatriate, Mohan who is employed with NASA. Shahrukh Khan essays the role of Mohan who travels back to his country to track his nanny and falls in love with the motherland.
Where to Watch- Netflix
Rang De Basanti (2006)
The narrative is set in the present-day Delhi University and tells the story of Bhagat Singh. It explores how things could change if today’s youth was as driven as those in pre-independent India. It features Amir Khan, Kunal Kapoor, Soha Ali Khan among others. The film will surely awaken your patriotism.
Where to Watch- Netflix
Raazi (2018)
Raazi is a spy-thriller directed by Meghna Gulzar. Alia Bhatt plays the role of Sehmat Khan who is an undercover RAW agent and is married into a Pakistani family so that she can bring a valuable piece of information about the enemy. It is considered one of Alia’s strongest performances.
Where to Watch- Amazon Prime Video
Shershaah (2021)
Sidharth Malhotra’s Shershaah has been one of the top films of 2021. The biographical war film is based on the life of Captain Vikram Batra. The story is set during the Kargil War and describes Captain Vikram Batra’s contribution towards India’s victory in the war. The film also features Kiara Advani playing Sidharth’s love interest.
Where to Watch- Amazon Prime Video
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