Before Randeep Hooda’s Swatantrya Veer Savarkar OTT Release, Watch Other Movies Based On Indian Freedom Fighters

Before watching ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, let’s explore 5 movies that accurately portray the life of freedom fighters.

Randeep Hooda's critically acclaimed movie ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ is about to make its debut on OTT after its theatrical run. The film is based on a true tale and stars Randeep Hooda as its protagonist. Randeep attempts to bring up the life of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, an Indian freedom fighter. On May 28, which happens to be Savarkar's birth anniversary, Randeep Hooda's Swatantrya Veer Savarkar will be released on OTT platform ZEE5. 

Before watching ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, let’s explore the diverse cinematic landscape of movies that honour the lives and hardships of India's freedom fighters. Here are five must-watches because they accurately portray the chronicles of historical heroes.

Movies Based On Indian Freedom Fighters To Watch Online

Mangal Pandey: The Rising (2005)

IMDb Rating: 6.5/10

Where to watch: Jio Cinema

The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was ignited by ‘Mangal Pandey’, portrayed by Aamir Khan, who rebelled against the British East India Company. The film explores his inner turmoil and the far-reaching consequences of his choices.

Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019)

IMDb Rating: 6.4/10

Where to watch: Prime Video

In ‘Manikarnika’, Rani Lakshmi Bai was played by Kangana Ranaut. She was a prominent player in the 1857 Indian Rebellion. Her leadership and courage in the resistance against the British are highlighted in the film.

Rang De Basanti (2006)

IMDb Rating: 8.1/10

Where to watch: Netflix

In 'Rang De Basanti', what follows is the narrative of six young Indians who, reenact the long-forgotten epic of freedom warriors from their history as they create a documentary about them.

Gandhi (1982)

IMDb Rating: 8/10

Where to watch: Prime Video

British-Indian film ‘Gandhi’ (1982) chronicles Mahatma Gandhi's nonviolent civil disobedience campaign for India's independence. Out of Gandhi's whole lifespan of 79 years, 56 years are explored in the film. It begins with Gandhi's time in South Africa when he was an attorney.

Sardar Udham (2021)

IMDb Rating: 8.4/10

Where to watch: Prime Video

The tragedy in Jallianwala Bagh profoundly affected a young Sardar Udham. The fact that Sardar Udham lived is a sobering reminder that the independence of our nation was earned by a tough fight.