10 patriotic movies to watch on this Independence Day

ET Online

Aug 14, 2025

Saare Jahan Se Achcha (2025) (new release)

Netflix’s 1970s spy thriller starring Pratik Gandhi as RAW agent Vishnu Shankar, battling across the border to neutralize Pakistan’s nuclear threat. Streaming from August 13.

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Tehran (2025) (new release)

John Abraham’s action-thriller, inspired by true geopolitical events, explores India’s role on the global stage. Packed with espionage, diplomacy, and high-octane sequences, it promises an intense Independence Day watch.

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J.S.K – Janaki V v/s State of Kerala (2025)

Malayalam courtroom drama on a rape survivor’s fight for justice, releasing on OTT this Independence Day after a high-profile censorship battle.

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Border (1997)

Based on the Battle of Longewala, this war epic honors the courage and sacrifice of Indian soldiers during the 1971 India-Pakistan war.

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Swades (2004)

Shah Rukh Khan stars as an NRI who rediscovers his roots and works to bring change in his village, inspiring civic responsibility.

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Shershaah (2021)

The biopic of Captain Vikram Batra, a hero of the Kargil War, whose bravery became a symbol of the Indian Army’s spirit.

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Kesari (2019)

Akshay Kumar leads this retelling of the legendary Battle of Saragarhi, where 21 Sikh soldiers fought against thousands with unmatched valor.

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URI: The Surgical Strike (2019)

A gripping action-drama based on India’s 2016 surgical strikes, with Vicky Kaushal delivering the unforgettable line, “How's Josh?”

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Gandhi (1982)

Richard Attenborough’s masterpiece follows Mahatma Gandhi’s life and non-violent fight for India’s independence, winning multiple Oscars.

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Major (2022)

Biopic of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, tracing his journey from childhood dreams to heroism during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, honoring his bravery and sacrifice for the nation.

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