10 Best Hindi War Films You Must Add To Your Watchlist
From legendary historic battles to contemporary military operations, Bollywood war films have vividly showcased the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of our soldiers with unmatched intensity and emotion. LOC: Kargil to Sam Bahadur, these films have not only enthralled audiences but also carved an unforgettable place in the history of Indian cinema.

LOC: Kargil: A gripping historical drama based on the Kargil War, showcases the courage and spirit of our armed forces. Packed with action and emotion, it’s inspired by true events and stars Saif Ali Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgn, Suniel Shetty, Akshaye Khanna, and Kareena Kapoor. (Image: YouTube)

Kesari: The film delivers spine-chilling action as Havildar Ishar Singh leads 21 Sikh soldiers against 10,000 Pashtun invaders in one of history’s greatest last stands. Directed by Anurag Singh, it stars Akshay Kumar, Parineeti Chopra, and a stellar supporting cast. (Image: IMDb)

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior: Directed by Om Raut, Tanhaji chronicles the life of Maratha warrior Tanhaji Malusare as he leads the charge to capture Kondana Fort from Rajput chieftain Udaybhan Rathod. Starring Ajay Devgn, Kajol, Saif Ali Khan, and more, it’s a gripping tale of bravery and history. (Image: IMDb)

Bhuj: The Pride Of India: The film showcases the courage of 300 women who help rebuild the Bhuj airstrip during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. Directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya, it stars Ajay Devgn, Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjay Dutt, Pranita Subhash, Ammy Virk, and Nora Fatehi in this heroic tale. (Image: IMDb

Lakshya: Directed by Farhan Akhtar, Lakshya tells the story of a carefree young man who joins the Indian Army reluctantly but transforms into a disciplined hero during the 1999 Kargil War. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Preity Zinta, Amitabh Bachchan, and Boman Irani, it inspires courage and purpose. (File Photo)

Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl: The film tells the story of IAF officer Gunjan Saxena, the only woman to fly into war zones during the Kargil War, transporting supplies and evacuating soldiers. Janhvi Kapoor portrays her courage, showcasing bravery that made the nation proud. (Image: IMDb)

Border: Directed by J.P. Dutta, Border depicts the 1971 war where 120 Indian soldiers at Longewala defend their post overnight against a massive Pakistani force, aided by the IAF at dawn. Starring Sunny Deol, Akshaye Khanna, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Tabu, and more, it’s a tale of valor. (Image: IMDb)

The Ghazi Attack: It showcases the Indian Navy’s might as it counters the Pakistani submarine Ghazi, aiming to attack Vizag. The tense underwater duel between Ghazi and Indian sub S21 nearly sparks war. The film stars Rana Daggubati, Kay Kay Menon, Taapsee Pannu, Om Puri, and others. (Image: IMDb)

Shershaah: It tells the inspiring story of Captain Vikram Batra, a Param Vir Chakra awardee who fought bravely in the Kargil War, sacrificing his life while saving a soldier. Sidharth Malhotra brings his heroism to life in this unforgettable tale of courage and patriotism. (Image: IMDb)

Sam Bahadur: Directed by Meghna Gulzar, Sam Bahadur chronicles the remarkable life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, India’s decorated army officer who fought in five wars over four decades. Starring Vicky Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, and a stellar cast, it’s a tribute to courage and leadership. (Image: IMDb)