8 patriotic films to watch on Independence Day  

Arshi Khanam

Independence Day 2024  

India will be celebrating its 78th Independence Day on August 15, 2024. Let’s revisit some of the iconic patriotic movies that you can watch on OTT:   

Raazi (Prime Video)

This gripping spy thriller revolves around a patriotic Muslim woman as she grapples between love, family and her duty towards India. It is set during the 1971 India-Pak war.  

Lakshya (Netflix)

This inspirational war action movie revolves around the Kargil War. It follows a lazy youth who transitions into a fine soldier when he joins the Indian Army and battles for the nation. 

The Legend of Bhagat Singh (Prime Video) 

Based on India’s fearless freedom fighter Bhagat Singh, this film traces his revolutionary life as he fights against the atrocities of the Britishers. 

Purab Aur Paschim (ZEE5) 

This Bollywood film features Manoj Kumar in the lead as the son of a patriot who goes to London and helps NRI Indians embrace their culture and tradition.  

Uri: The Surgical Strike (ZEE5)  

The plot revolves around a team of Indian Army special forces as they lead a secret operation against a group of militants to seek revenge against a brutal massacre.  

Lagaan (YouTube)  

A sports drama film that revolves around social injustice, hope and teamwork. Set during the British Raj, it follows desperate villagers playing cricket for tax exemption.  

Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (ZEE5)  

Set against the backdrop of the partition of India, this emotional tale of love and patriotism is one of the epic blockbusters of all time.  

Rang De Basanti (Netflix)

A modern-day tale of patriotism and rebellion that revolves around a group of youngsters as they team up to fight back corruption.