Bollywood has brought to life the stories of unsung heroes who shaped India’s history with their contributions to the freedom struggle, evoking strong patriotic feelings.
Let’s have a look at 7 Bollywood movies that have highlighted the stories of freedom fighters.
Gandhi (Amazon Prime Video): A landmark film that chronicles the life of Mahatma Gandhi, portraying his journey from a lawyer in South Africa to leading India to independence through nonviolent resistance.
The Legend of Bhagat Singh (Amazon Prime Video): This film tells the story of Bhagat Singh, the young revolutionary who became a national hero for his role in the fight against British colonial rule. Ajay Devgn Khan played the titular role.
Sardar Udham (Amazon Prime Video): Directed by Shoojit Sircar, this biopic features Vicky Kaushal as the freedom fighter Udham Singh. Inspired by the revolutionary ideals of Bhagat Singh, Udham Singh made a significant impact on the Indian Independence Movement. He is best remembered for assassinating British officer Michael O'Dwyer, who was responsible for the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero (YouTube): Directed by Shyam Benegal, this film highlights the life of Subhas Chandra Bose, focusing on his leadership of the Indian National Army and his efforts to free India from British rule.
Mangal Pandey: The Rising (JioCinema): This film depicts the life of Mangal Pandey, whose actions sparked the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the first major uprising against British rule. Aamir Khan played the titular role.
Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (Amazon Prime Video): A biographical drama based on the life of Rani Lakshmi Bai, who played a key role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and became a symbol of resistance against British rule. Kangana Ranaut played the titular role.
Ae Watan Mere Watan (Amazon Prime Video): Set against the backdrop of the Quit India Movement in 1942, this film follows the life of Usha Mehta, a college girl from Bombay who starts an underground radio station to spread the message of unity, setting off a thrilling chase with the British authorities.