I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India
Not independence from colonial rule, but the India of today faces different struggles, some of which are illustrated in these movies. ‘Chak De! India’: Directed by Shimit Amin, this Shah Rukh Khan starrer film brought back a lot of focus on the neglected national sport hockey.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

‘Swades’: Written, produced and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the film stirs a sense of accountability towards India.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

‘Rang De Basanti’: Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, this film illustrated the significance of freedom for the young India.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

‘Lagaan’: Ashutosh Gowariker directed this genius that combined cricket, patriotism and A.R. Rahman’s music.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

‘Lakshya’: Karan Shergill (Hrithik Roshan) lived in a bubble and couldn’t care less about the world, until he lands in the army. The movie inspires one to join the army, or at least snap out of a passive state.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

Yuva’: A provoking film directed by Mani Ratnam that motivates young India to participate in politics rather than sit back and criticize the system.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India
‘Sarfarosh’: Directed by John Matthew Matthan, the film revolves around a tough cop who fights against acts of terrorism.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India

‘Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.’: Rajkumar Hirani’s ‘Munna Bhai’ franchise triggered ‘Gandhigiri’ across the country, a plea to follow the path of non-violence.

I-Day: 10 films that define what patriotism means to young India
‘A Wednesday!’: A captivating film that portrays the frustrations and desperation of the common man to avenge terrorism.

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    sputnik 12 years ago

    Good choices except for Yuva. I think TLOBS would probably have been a better choice.

    They are talking about “Gandhigiri” implying Lage Raho Munna Bhai but have picture from Munna Bhai M.B.B.S

    • Bored 12 years ago

      TLOBS is surely a better choice than Yuva.

      • Baba Ji 12 years ago

        yes good choices.TLOBS was surely very good but some were not happy with the depiction of Mahatama Gandhi in the film.

  2. Baba Ji 12 years ago

    among the list, swades,RDB and lakshya also come in the cult category.These films have small but dedicated following.TLOBS is also cult,though not in the list.LRMB,lagaan,CDI are universally liked films.

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