7 Indian War-Related Films Based On True Incidents


Khushi Bhattar
09-05-2025, 13:30 IST
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    Amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, let us celebrate the bravery of our soldiers with these seven Indian war-related movies, which are based on true incidents. Tap to check!

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Border (1977)

    Based on the true incidents of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, this movie shows the bravery of a small group of soldiers against a heavy enemy attack.

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Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019)

    Starring Vicky Kaushal, this movie is inspired by the true events of the 2016 surgical strikes by the Indian army against a terrorist attack on an army base in Uri (Jammu and Kashmir)

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Shershaah (2021)

    The film is an inspiring and real story of Captain Vikram Batra, played by Sidharth Malhotra. Vikram Batra was a brave officer and played a key role during the 1999 Kargil War.

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Sam Bahadur (2023)

    Starring Vicky Kaushal, this movie is based on the life of India's first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. It covers his career's key moments, including his leadership during the 1971 India-Pakistan war.

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LOC Kargil (2003)

    This star-studded movie is a beautiful tribute to the soldiers who fought in the 1999 Kargil War. It shows different missions along the Line of Control.

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The Ghazi Attack (2017)

    This inspiring movie tells a real story about the sinking of the Pakistani submarine named PNS Ghazi during the 1971 war. It is a story of brave naval officers who carried out a secret underwater mission.

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1971 (2007)

    This film is a story of six brave soldiers who escape from the clutches of the Pakistan army and risk death with honour and courage on their way home.

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