Jun 3, 2024, 10:46 AM IST

9 must-watch films about Indian history

Manisha Chauhan

Kesari (2019) - Based on the Battle of Saragarhi, a historic battle fought in 1897 between 21 Sikh soldiers of the British Indian Army and thousands of Afghan tribesmen.

Mohenjo Daro (2016) - A period action-adventure film set in the ancient city of Mohenjo-daro during the Indus Valley Civilization.

Gandhi (1982) - A biographical film depicting the life of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of India's non-violent independence movement against British rule.

Rang De Basanti (2006) - This film intertwines the stories of a group of contemporary Indian youth with the historical events of India's struggle for independence.

The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002) - The film revolves around the life of revolutionary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh.

Sardar (1993) - A biopic on Indian freedom fighter Vallabhbhai Patel, also known as Sardar Patel.

Jhansi Ki Rani (1953) - A historical film depicting the life of Rani Lakshmi Bai, one of the leading figures of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

 Padmaavat (2018) - A historical drama depicting the story of Rani Padmavati, a legendary Rajput queen.

Panipat (2019) - A historical depiction of the events surrounding the Third Battle of Panipat, fought between the Maratha Empire and the Durrani Empire in 1761.