Patriotic movies to watch on Independence Day 2021 - In Pics

Over the years, several filmmakers have highlighted the glory of India through their work. Here is a look at some of the most unforgettable patriotic movies that you can watch on this Independence Day.

Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019): The pan-India movie dealt with the life of a ‘forgotten hero’ while highlighting the dark side of the British rule. Credit: Konidela Production Company

Ghazi (2017): India's first submarine warfare film, Ghazi, is based on 1971 Indo-Pakistan War, where an Indian naval submarine, S21, intercepts a Pakistani submarine, PNS Ghazi, in its water during routine surveillance and thwarts its mission of abolishing INS Vikrant. Credit: PVP Cinema Matinee Entertainment

Parama Veera Chakra (2011): The movie stars Nandamuri Balakrishna and narrates the story of an army commander who is bounding by his duties and leads a plot to bring down a vicious framework of powerful people and their plans for destruction. Credit: Venus Movies

Chak De! India (2007) - The wholesome sports film will make you leap with joy and it will bring home the feeling of patriotism. Credit: Yashraj Films

Rang De Basanti (2006): Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s cult classic ‘Rang De Basanti’ is a favourite among all generations and a perfect watch for a generous dose of patriotism on the Independence Day. Credit: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra Pictures

Subhash Chandra Bose (2005): This film stars Venkatesh in key role and narrates the journey of a ‘Chandram’ an ardent supporter of Bose Sena and how he has been deceived by a national traitor and reborn again to take revenge. Credit: Aditya Music

Khadgam (2002): This film shows how an aspiring actor, an auto driver and a senior cop who fights Pakistan terrorists. Helmed by Krishna Vamsi, the film was well received from the audience and won several awards. Credit: Karthikeya Movies

Lagaan (2001): The journey of a few Indian farmers taking on officers of the British Army in a cricket match to save their fields and their crops is one of the finest sports film to be made in India. Credit: Aamir Khan Films

Border (1997): JP Dutta's unfettered recreation of the Longhewalla battle from 1971, gave Sunny a great mileage to the actor’s career and is one of the major hits of the Bollywood film industry. Credit: JP Films

Mother India (1957): Mehboob Khan's magnum opus, Mother India, narrated the story of a newly independent India film and is still considered way ahead of its time and achieved a cult status.