Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ As India commemorated its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025, tributes poured in from all over the country, not just from citizens waving the tricolor in the streets, but also from some of Bollywood’s biggest stars who took to social media to express their pride, gratitude, and love for the country. From poignant letters to symbolic gestures, celebrities utilized their platforms to commemorate the sacrifices made for India’s independence and reflect on what independence means now.
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- Actor Priyanka Chopra kept her message short but impactful, sharing a video of the national flag accompanied by the caption: “#HappyIndependenceDay.”
- Kareena Kapoor Khan also shared a kind message, writing, “Here’s to our country and its incredible spirit. Happy Independence Day.”
- Akshay Kumar, recognized for his patriotic roles, shared a genuine moment from the beach where he encountered volunteers cleaning the shoreline. “Freedom feels brighter when we care for the ground beneath our feet,” he wrote. “All smiles, all heart.”
- Sonali Bendre shared a thoughtful reflection by posting a photo of stray dogs with the caption, “Independence Day reminds us—freedom should not be selective.”
- Music legend A.R. Rahman greeted fans with a simple “Happy Independence Day,” tagging it with patriotic hashtags like #HarGharTiranga and #IndependenceDay2025.
- Hrithik Roshan, who is gearing up for his next big release, War 2, took a more empowering approach: “Today, we celebrate the strength, freedom, and courage that reside in all of us. Happy Independence Day, everyone!”
- Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut marked the occasion with a video of herself waving the Indian flag, along with a tribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Red Fort address and the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.
- On Instagram, Kajol shared a message that read, “To the land that raised us, shaped us, and inspires us. Happy Independence Day.”
- Vikrant Massey shared a message in Hindi, translated as, “My India, my life, my pride. Happy Independence Day to all of you.”
- Sonu Sood posted throwback images from the Wagah Border during the filming of Fateh, proudly holding the national flag alongside Indian soldiers.
- Rajkummar Rao paid tribute to the Armed Forces with a heartfelt post: “Heartfelt gratitude to our Indian Armed Forces for their unwavering courage and selfless sacrifices. Jai Hind.”
- Veteran actor Kamal Haasan offered a thoughtful message on X: “Let the courage that won us freedom now win us progress… from the salt march to the space age.”
- Suniel Shetty posted a video honoring the Armed Forces, writing, “No pride like being Indian.”
- Furthermore, Abhishek Bachchan, Kirron Kher, Anupam Kher, and Prakash Raj were among the many who also shared their pride.
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Other stars also joined in with personal messages. Mrunal Thakur spoke about remembering the stories of the past. Tiger Shroff performed a backflip while holding the flag, and Janhvi Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotra, and Ahaan Panday also shared their tributes online. From personal reflections to powerful gestures, Bollywood came together to celebrate the spirit of independence, a reminder that patriotism, like cinema, continues to unite the nation.
