Vicky Kaushal shared a video on Independence Day. (Photo: Vicky Kaushal/Instagram)India is celebrating its 74th Independence Day today and to celebrate the day, celebrities took to their social media handles to wish their fans. Tollywood actor Mahesh Babu tweeted, “The day that marked the dawn of a new beginning… When Independence became our greatest victory! May this freedom lead our way. Let’s always be grateful. Happy #IndependenceDay to all my fellow Indians! Jai Hind”
Akshay Kumar via Twitter shared, “We all know these people, we all have these people in our lives. On this #IndependenceDay, lets come together for them, lets come #Together4India.”
Over the years, the Indian film industry has portrayed different shades of patriotism on the screen. Be it Alia Bhatt’s Raazi, Vicky Kaushal’s Uri or Akshay Kumar’s Kesari, films over the years have revisited unsung heroes or incidents showcasing people’s love for the country. JP Dutta’s Border, Aamir Khan starrer Rang De Basanti and many other films have become a popular watch on television.
One can also stream some iconic films online, for instance, legendary filmmaker Richard Attenborough’s Gandhi, Kamal Haasan starrer Hey Ram, Mohanlal’s Kalapani, Mani Ratnam directorial Roja and Kamal Haasan’s Indian among others.
On Independence Day, patriotic songs in regional languages are broadcast on television and radio channels. Some of the all-time favourite tracks are “Desh Ki Dharti”, AR Rahman’s “Maa Tujhe Salaam” and “Vande Mataram” by Lata Mangeshkar among others. Schools celebrate the day a day before or after. The children are also asked to perform or sing patriotic tracks as a part of the Independence Day celebration.
On his blog, Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan, wishing his fans a very happy Independence Day, shared, “15th August .. Independence Day .. and our hearts and minds give credence and love to the sacrifices made so we may achieve what we are today … Happy Independence Day …”
Boney Kapoor shared a teaser on Twitter with a caption that read, "On this Independence Day, proud to announce Zidd, an amazing story of valor and determination based on our esteemed Special Forces. I hope this digital debut for me as producer inspires everyone to never say the word “impossible”. Coming soon exclusively on @Zee5premium. Jai Hind"
Karisma Kapoor posted beautiful pictures on Instagram wishing her fans on Independence Day.
Sara Ali Khan shared an adorable photo on Instagram, wishing fans on Independence Day.
Vicky Kaushal played "Ae Watan" song from Raazi on Sitar. The actor shared video on Instagram.
Posting a beautiful picture of Soha Ali Khan and Inaaya Naumi Kemmu, Kunal Kemmu wrote, "All these years we celebrated Independence Day and celebrated our freedom, fought for bravely and selflessly by our forefathers. Even though we knew what it would mean to not have freedom we never understood what it meant, until now. Freedom has a new meaning and it means so much more today as we as a country as a world and as a species fight this virus. We are no longer free to do anything and everything we please. A simple trip to the cinema hall or the gym is out of the question. It is a battle that we all are in together and the COVID19 frontline warriors are leading this fight for mo…
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Allu Arjun celebrated the Independence Day with family along with his family.
As a part of a special initiative, AR Rahman shared his composition Thamizha Thamizha sung by 65 singers.
Actor Nagarjuna Akkineni wished fans on Independence Day.
Raashi wished fans on Independence Day. She tweeted, "Home of the free because of the brave! Saluting our martyrs today and everyday.. Proud to be an Indian! Wishing everyone a very #HappyIndependanceDay"
On Independence Day, Mohan Babu announced his upcoming film Son of India. The actor shared the first look of the film on Twitter.
"Happy Independence Day India! It’s a free country because a united people fought to have that freedom! Only when one is shackled does one realise the worth of that freedom. Darkness is essential for the light ! With hope in my heart, and a lump in my throat... Jai Hind" Richa Chadha mentioned in a tweet.
Rashmika Mandanna said, "Freedom is nothing but a chance to be better.. Let’s be better, together. Happy Independence Day"
Sophie Choudry posted a picture on Twitter and wrote, "May we never take our freedom for granted for this year we have learnt how it feels to lose it. May we forever be grateful to those who fought for it & May we always uphold their values of unity in diversity, strength in togetherness."
Posting a picture of his film Naa Peru Surya Naa Illu India, Allu Arjun posted, "Happy Independence Day to my fellow Indians . Deep Gratitude in our hearts for those who sacrificed their lives for us . Jai Hind!"
On Independence Day, Ram Charan paid tribute to warriors "who are fighting on the borders of our nation and the warriros who are fighting to keep the pandemic at bay." He mentioned in a tweet, "Wishing each and everyone a very Happy #IndependenceDay !! Salute to the warriors who are fighting on the borders of our nation and the warriors who are fighting to keep the pandemic at bay. May we get past these hurdles and thrive as a nation!"
Sharing a video, Anil Kapoor tweeted, "We are Indians, firstly, and lastly. Happy Independence Day!"
Samantha Akkineni wishing fans on Independence Day shared, "May we think of freedom, not as a right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right."
Kapil Sharma shared a photo on Twitter, wishing his fans on Independence Day.
Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya shared a throwback photo on her Instagram with a caption that read, "On our special day praying for the World to have freedom to enjoy schools, work, travel and breathe like before."
On Independence Day, Ram Charan paid tribute to warriors "who are fighting on the borders of our nation and the warriros who are fighting to keep the pandemic at bay." He mentioned in a tweet, "Wishing each and everyone a very Happy #IndependenceDay !! Salute to the warriors who are fighting on the borders of our nation and the warriors who are fighting to keep the pandemic at bay. May we get past these hurdles and thrive as a nation!"