Independence Day 2024: 19 Bollywood dialogues that ignite the spirit of patriotism

Independence Day 2024: 19 Bollywood dialogues that ignite the spirit of patriotism

As a lifestyle expert with a deep appreciation for Indian cinema and its role in fostering national pride, I must say that these dialogues from Bollywood are nothing short of powerful. They echo the spirit of India, its struggles, and its triumphs, making every Indian swell with pride.


India is marking its 78th Independence Day, a journey that’s been as moving as any heartfelt gratitude ride for every Indian citizen. Throughout the years, Hindi cinema has played a significant role in stirring up feelings of patriotism repeatedly, through some exceptionally impactful nationalistic movies. Let’s revisit some powerful Bollywood lines that will undoubtedly inspire your patriotic spirit.

 

19 Bollywood dialogues that are voices of India

 

1. Chak De! India

Shah Rukh Khan: They don’t make me hear or see the names of states, only the name of one country… INDIA. (This version is a bit more formal and direct than the original, but maintains the same meaning)

2. Holiday: A Soldier is Never Off-Duty

When people don’t take care of their anger at the border, then here in the city, you experience the chain reaction of their sleep. (In this context, “chain” is used to refer to the ripple effect or domino effect.)

3. Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

Sunny Deol: Hamara Hindustan zindabad tha, zindabad hai, aur zindabad rahega!

4. Shaurya

When Kay Kay Menon orders a shot to be fired, I understand that the details of when, where, and how are known, but why… this information is not shared with soldiers, nor is it their right to know it. (Paraphrased)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gq4KwosLPPo

5. Raazi

Alia Bhatt: Watan ke aage kuch bi nahi, khud bhi nahi.

6. Lakshya

Hrithik Roshan: Ye Indian Army hain, hum dushmani mein bhi ek sharafat rakhte hain.

7. Rang De Basanti

Aamir Khan: Anyone whose blood doesn’t boil, it’s not blood but water… anyone who doesn’t contribute to the country’s work is idle youth. (paraphrased)

8. Krantiveer

Nana Patekar: Who among the Muslims is whose blood? And who among the Hindus is whose blood? Tell me this, who is who! (A more neutral and inclusive translation of the original statement)

9. Jai Ho

Salman Khan: Even if we don’t get bread for a mealtime, clothing for our bodies, or a roof over our heads, when it comes to the welfare of our nation, we are willing to risk our lives.

10. Rustom

Akshay Kumar: Meri uniform meri aadat hai … jaise ki saans lena, apne desh ki raksha karna.

11. The Legend Of Bhagat Singh

Ajay Devgn: Aap namak ka haq adaa kijiye, main mitti ka haq adaa kart ahu.

12. Kaante

Kumar Gaurav: Become someone similar to Hindustan, but there are two things he absolutely dislikes… one is losing at cricket… the other is being criticized in his own country. [Informal translation: Kumar Gaurav: Be like Hindustan, but don’t like two things… one is losing at cricket… the other is being criticized in your own nation.]

13. Uri: The Surgical Strike

Paresh Rawal: This India will not remain silent anymore… This is a new India… It will break in and even fight back.

14. Mangal Pandey: The Rising

Aamir Khan: Yeh azaadi ki ladai hain, guzre hue kal se azaadi… aane waale kal ke liye.

15. Commando 2

Vidyut Jammwal: Desh ki seva karne mein joh maze hai na … woh kisi aur mein nahi hai.

16. Kesari

Akshay Kumar was told by an Englishman that he is born arrogant due to the Indian soil, but now it’s time for him to respond.

17. Namaste London

In this country, a Catholic woman gives up the position of Prime Minister to a Sikh, who then swears-in as Prime Minister by a Muslim President. This nation, where about 80% of its inhabitants are Hindu, needs to be managed.]

18. Baby

Akshay Kumar: In the religious column we appear as BOLD and CAPITALIZED INDIAN. (In this religious column, we are displayed in bold, capital letters as INDIAN.)

19. Bang Bang

Joh desh ke liye ladte hai … unki maut ka countdown unki pehli saans ke saath shuru ho jaata hai

Which Bollywood dialogue expresses genuine patriotic sentiment most effectively, and what are your plans for celebrating this Independence Day? Share with us @PinkVilla – we’re eager to know! Happy Independence Day, India!

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2024-08-15 07:38