Aug 14, 2023

Bollywood's Patriotism Parade: A Visual Journey Of National Pride

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Raazi (2018)

Alia Bhatt shines in the riveting espionage thriller Raazi directed by Meghna Gulzar. Set against the 1971 India-Pakistan war, she portrays a young Indian woman who, as a spy married to a Pakistani officer, navigates intense internal conflicts and risks all for her country.

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Mission Mangal (2019)

Mission Mangal, featuring Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, and more, pays tribute to India's space achievements. It depicts dedicated scientists collaborating to launch a Mars satellite, highlighting Indian teamwork and innovation amid challenges.

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Airlift (2016)

In Airlift, led by Akshay Kumar, witness history's biggest civilian evacuation. Amid the Gulf War, the film depicts an ordinary man's rise to heroism, ingeniously saving 170,000 stranded Indians in Kuwait—a testament to human resilience in adversity.

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The Ghazi Attack (2017)

Starring Kay Kay Menon and Rana Daggubati, this underwater war film explores the covert events of the 1971 war, focusing on the sinking of Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi. It highlights the Indian Navy's commitment and unwavering patriotism as they safeguard the nation's integrity.

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Naam Shabana (2017)

A derivative of the film Baby, Naam Shabana features Taapsee Pannu, Manoj Bajpayee, and Akshay Kumar. It follows a female spy's resolute quest to uncover a crucial mission, highlighting women's empowerment in defense and intelligence roles.

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Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty (2014)

Holiday combines action and patriotism as it follows an Indian Army officer on vacation who finds himself embroiled in a terrorist plot. Akshay Kumar's portrayal of a dedicated soldier highlights the fact that duty towards the nation never takes a break.

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Parmanu: The Story Of Pokhran (2018)

Starring John Abraham, Diana Penty, and Boman Irani, Parmanu illuminates India's secretive nuclear tests of 1998. It chronicles the dedication of scientists and officials who labored to safeguard the nation's security and assert its global stature.

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Bhuj: The Pride Of India (2021)

Amid the 1971 Indo-Pak conflict, Bhuj, featuring Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, and Sonakshi Sinha, highlights women's valor. The film depicts their crucial support to the Bhuj Indian Air Force base after a Pakistani military attack.

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Batla House (2019)

Based on the controversial 2008 Batla House encounter, this John Abraham starrer film explores the challenges faced by police officers in the line of duty and the sacrifices they make to maintain law and order.

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