The long weekend during this Republic Day is the perfect time to take a pause and revisit the stories of strength, struggle, and belief. Be it historical narrations, war-based web series, or action-packed movies, the list will have all the content that will take you through the essence of the day, along with keeping you engaged for the entire weekend.
Freedom at Midnight Season 2
Set in the rough years after Independence, the series plunges deep into the tug-of-war of politics, the personal costs, and the uncertainty that crept in during those initial days. It peels back history through intimate stories marked by power and loss.
Where to watch: SonyLIV
120 Bahadur
The film draws inspiration from the Battle of Rezang La in the 1962 Sino-Indian War, saluting fearless courage and selfless sacrifice. Centring around soldiers fighting through inhuman odds, it slots perfectly as part of Republic Day viewing.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
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Border
Rooted in the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War, this evergreen classic stands tall as one of Indian cinema's most lasting war films. The emotional heft and patriotic heartbeat keep echoing long after its premiere.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
Shershaah
The story tells the tale of Captain Vikram Batra, a Param Vir Chakra awardee, and follows those moments in the Kargil conflict. Tender and grounded, it truly brings out the humane aspect of service and sacrifice.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
Uri: The Surgical Strike
A dramatised take on the 2016 surgical strikes, the movie weaves together real events with brisk, high-stakes action, spotlighting planning and execution.
Where to watch: ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play
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Raazi
This spy thriller follows an Indian intelligence operative who is torn between duty and identity while being married into a Pakistani military family. It's noted for its restraint and emotional complexity.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
What to watch beyond patriotic films
Series like Stranger Things Season 5 (Netflix), The Night Manager Season 2 (Amazon Prime Video), Hijack Season 2 (Apple TV), and Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web (Netflix) offer high-stakes drama for viewers looking to balance intensity with entertainment.
You can stream these seamlessly on Amazon Prime, Netflix, Airtel IPTV, Airtel Xstream, and several other OTT platforms.
