Shaheed Diwas 2026: From The Legend of Bhagat Singh to Rang De Basanti, definitely watch these 5 films on Martyr’s Day.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Today 23 March 2026 is the glorious day when India’s brave sons Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru sacrificed their lives. Today the entire country is celebrating Martyr’s Day. The martyrdom of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru in Lahore Central Jail on 23 March 1931 changed the direction of the Indian freedom struggle. Indian cinema has also, from time to time, brought alive the courage and sacrifice of these revolutionaries on screen. These films have not only preserved history, but have also kept the torch of patriotism burning in the heart of every generation through songs like ‘Mera Rang De Basanti Chola’.1. The Legend of Bhagat Singh (2002) Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, this film is considered to be one of the most authentic and influential films ever made on Bhagat Singh. Specialty: Ajay Devgan gave his life to the character of Bhagat Singh, for which he also received the ‘National Award’. Music: A.R. Rahman’s music and songs like ‘Pagdi Sambhal Jatta’ still give goosebumps.2. Rang De Basanti (2006) Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra built a unique bridge between history and present youth through this film. Story: The film shows how today’s college students become revolutionaries themselves (Azad, Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Ashfaq Ullah Khan) during the shooting of a documentary. Impact: This film gave a new identity to protests like ‘Candle March’ in India.3. Shaheed (1965) For the older generation, there is no film greater than ‘Shaheed’. This film was written in collaboration with Shaheed Bhagat Singh’s companion Batukeshwar Dutt. Manoj Kumar’s magic: It is from this film that Manoj Kumar got the title of ‘Bharat Kumar’. Historical moment: It is said that the then Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri was so impressed after seeing this film that he advised Manoj Kumar to make a film (upkar) on ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’. 4. Sardar Udham (2021) Shoojit Sircar’s film may be based on Udham Singh, but it shows the deep influence of Bhagat Singh (played by Amol Parashar) and his thoughts. Connection: The film shows how Bhagat Singh was Udham Singh’s mentor and inspiration. The scene of their meeting after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre is the most emotional part of the film.5. 23 March 1931: Shaheed (2002) In the year 2002, along with Ajay Devgan’s film, this film of Bobby Deol was also released. Star Power: In this, Bobby Deol played the role of Bhagat Singh and Sunny Deol played the role of Chandrashekhar Azad. The film specifically focuses on the events that led these heroes to the gallows. Don’t forget to listen to these songs on this day:Mera Rang De Basanti Chola (Film: Shaheed/The Legend of Bhagat Singh)Sarfaroshi Ki Tamanna (Film: The Legend of Bhagat Singh)Khoon Chala (Film: Rang De Basanti)Ae Watan Ae Watan (Film: Shaheed)