It is heart-wrenching and scary to imagine our life without freedom from the cruelty of the British government. This freedom that we are enjoying today has been earned after the sacrifice of many lives, long and tieesome struggles. It was on August 15, 1947 that India got freed from British colonial rule. Independence Day is celebrated in India to honor the sacrifices and struggles our freedom fighters made to make India independent from British rule. Just like every Indian in the world, Bollywood never fails to acknowledge the sacrifices of those brave freedom-fighters. This year on the occasion of 75th Independence Day, let’s take a bow and remember all those brave and courageous freedom fighters who sacrificed their everything for the sake of their motherland.
Here we bring you a list of the top 10 Bollywood patriotic songs that instill a sense of pride and patriotism in the hearts of every Indian:
1. Sandese Aate Hai (Border): This song has some kind of charismatic power that never fails to make our eyes wet. The way this song portrays the struggle of a soldier and their family is truly incredible.
2. Rang De Basanti Chola ( The Legend Of Bhagat Singh): Bollywood has seen very less song, that are lyrically patriotism-fuelled and has magical music beats that gives goosebumps at every drop and this song is one of those. Despite being a revamped version of a cult classic—Manoj Kumar’s Shaheed (1965)—it still manages to tug at your heartstrings.
3. Ye Jo Des Hai Mera (Swades): This movie is proof that every Indian can leave every luxury for the sake of their motherland. This song made a huge splash in Indian cinema and made every Indian feel a strong sense of belonging to their homeland.
4. Rang De Basanti (Rang De Basanti): This movie should be credited for changing the viewpoint of Indian youth. This song will pump you with an energized and profound love for the country. Daler Mehndi's voice added a powerful touch to the dynamic song inspired by the classic Mera Rang De Basanti Chola (Shaheed).
5. Teri Mitti (Kesari): There is not a single Indian soul, who didn’t shed any tear after listening to this song. This song is indeed a masterpiece. The melodious song, sung by B Praak, perfectly suited the devotion that the 21 soldiers of the 36th Sikh Regiment showed in the 1897 Battle of Saragarhi.
6. Yeh Desh Hai Veer Jawaano Ka ( Naya Daur): This song set to the tune of Bhangra, with accompanying dance is one of my favorite patriotic songs. It fills you with pride for being born in India, and gives you the motivation to get up and do something for the country. A very positive and encouraging song.
7. Maa Tujhe Salaam: AR Rahman, for many years now, has inspired the youth to feel pride and love for the country with his 2014 song that salutes the motherland.
8. Mere Desh Ki Dharti (Upkar): This is a rooted song, rooted in the agrarian society that India continues to be. It talks about the farmer and the soldier, the two people who were most important when this film came out.
9. Ae Watan (Raazi): This song is from Alia Bhatt's 2019 film Raazi. It invokes a sense of emotional touch with one's country. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, Raazi also starred Vicky Kaushal.
10. Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon: This song and the way it sketches memory of all those who have given up their life while protecting the boundaries of the country, the families they left behind is nothing less than a miracle. No doubt this is one of the most emotional patriotic songs we have ever witnessed.
