5 films to watch on Republic Day

Directed by Meghna Gulzar and starring Vicky Kaushal, the film explores Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw’s pivotal role in the 1971 Indo-Pak War, which led to the creation of Bangladesh.

Sam Bahadur

This period drama brings to life the story of Mangal Pandey, the soldier whose defiance against British rule in 1857 ignited the first war of Indian independence.

Mangal Pandey: The Rising

This gripping biographical film is about the life and sacrifices of Bhagat Singh, one of India’s most celebrated freedom fighters.

The Legend of Bhagat Singh

This critically acclaimed film, directed by Shoojit Sircar, stars Vicky Kaushal as Sardar Udham Singh, the revolutionary who avenged the Jallianwala Bagh massacre by assassinating Michael O’Dwyer.

Sardar Udham

The film showcases a group of college students who find inspiration in India’s freedom fighters, motivating them to fight against corruption.

Rang De Basanti