Independence Day 2021: Top Patriotic Songs Of The Century To Celebrate The Spirit Of Freedom

On August 15, every year, we remember our real heroes and pay tribute to them in various ways. Every Indian feels patriotic on this day. Tapping into the sentiment, Hindi cinema has also expressed this love and passion very well. These popular patriotic songs illustrate that well. Here are the top patriotic songs of the century to celebrate India's 75th Independence Day:

Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon

I don't think if there is an Indian in the world who has never heard this song. This song drove everyone to tears when the brilliantly talented Lata Mangeshkar sang it for the first time on January 27, 1963. This song is dedicated to all the freedom fighters and soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country.

Yeh Desh Hai Veer Jawanon Ka

This song is from the movie Naya Daur (1957) that was filmed on Dilip Kumar and sung by Mohammed Rafi and Balbir. This song is still loved by the fans. These words have the aroma of the noble and amazing soil of Punjab. This is a very energetic song and you won't be able to stop yourself from moving your feet.

Jahan Daal Daal Par Sone Ke Chidiya

This is another most beautiful and patriotic song sung by Mohammed Rafi, Music Director Hansraj Behl, Lyricist Rajendra Krishan. This is from the movie Sikandar E Azam (1965) directed by Kedar Kapoor and starring Dara Singh, Mumtaz, Prithviraj Kapoor, Veena, Prem Chopra, Vijayalakshmi, Helen, Prem Nath. This song reminds us of how our country was known as the golden bird in the past.

Bharat Ka Rahnewala Hoon

This is a song filmed on Manoj Kumar and is from the movie Purab Aur Paschim (1970), sung by Mahendra Kapoor, Music Director Kalyanji-Anandji, Lyricist Indeevar. This ones celebrates India, its culture culture, and the reason why the country is one of the best.

I Love My India

If you are from the '90s then you definitely heard this song that described India as the most beautiful country around the world. This is from the movie Pardes (1997) directed by Subhash Ghai. Singer Kavita Krishnamurthy and composer Nadeem-Shravan gave the song life. The movie stars Shahrukh Khan, Amrish Puri, Mahima Chaudhry, Apoorva Agnihotri and Alok Nath.

Mere Desh Ki Dharti

This is another evergreen song filmed on Manoj Kumar from the movie Upkar (1967) that was also directed and produced by him. The song was sung by Mahendra Kapoor, with music director Kalyanji-Anandji at the helm and lyricist Gulshan Bawra giving the song its unmatched spirit. This song talks about farmers and soldiers as these two people are the most important part of our country. This song has been shot very beautifully.

Nanha Munna Rahi Hun

This song is from the movie Son of India (1962) that we have sung since childhood that encourages us to join the Indian Army and serve our beautiful India.

Ae Watan Tere Liye

This beautiful song that talks about doing something good for our country. It is sung by Mohammad Aziz and Kavita Krishnamurthy and composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal. It has been featured in the movie Karma (1986), directed and produced by Subhash Ghai.

Teri Mitti

This is the latest soulful song of the 21st century from the movie Kesari (2019), filmed on Akshay Kumar, sung by B Praak, with Music by Arko and lyrics by Manoj Muntashir. From children to elders this song is on everyone's lips. This is a movie based on an incredible true story of the Battle of Saragarhi in which an army of 21 Sikhs fought against 10,000 Afghans in 1897.

Sandese Aate Hai

This song is from the movie Border (1997), sung by Sonu Nigam and Roop Kumar Rathod to the lyrics of Javed Akhtar. It tells us how our soldiers put their lives at risk at the border for our safety while staying away from their families. This song makes us appreciate their sacrifice.

Maa Tujhe Salaam

The list is incomplete without this song by A R Rahman that talks about always respecting your country and bowing down to the motherland.

Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments section.