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Chennai is set to host a three-day patriotic film festival ahead of Independence Day, featuring iconic films like 'Shaheed' and 'Uri'. The event, organized by NFDC and NFAI, includes seven feature films and four documentaries. Free screenings aim to reconnect audiences with India's freedom struggle through cinema. The festival runs from August 11-13 at Tagore Film Centre.

Key Points: Chennai Hosts Patriotic Film Festival Ahead of Independence Day

  • - NFDC and NFAI jointly organize a three-day patriotic film festival in Chennai
  • - Features classics like 'Shaheed', 'Veerapandiya Kattabomman', and 'Uri: The Surgical Strike'
  • - Free screenings aim to inspire patriotism among younger audiences
  • - Documentaries on Netaji and Tilak highlight India's freedom struggle
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Chennai to host three-day Patriotic Film Festival from tomorrow ahead of Independence Day

A three-day patriotic film festival in Chennai showcases classics like 'Shaheed' and 'Uri' to celebrate India's freedom struggle.

"We want people to relive the stories that shaped our nation and inspired millions. – NFDC Official"

Chennai, Aug 10

Patriotism has long been a central theme in Indian cinema, with filmmakers across generations celebrating the nation's history, struggles, and spirit through powerful storytelling.

This Independence Day week, that enduring tradition will be honoured through a special patriotic film festival, is jointly organised by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the National Film Archive of India (NFAI).

The three-day festival, to be held from August 11 to 13 at the Tagore Film Centre in Chennai, will showcase a curated selection of landmark feature films and documentaries that have stirred national pride over the decades.

The event will be inaugurated on Monday, following the opening screening of the 1965 classic 'Shaheed', which pays tribute to the sacrifices of freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev.

Seven feature films and four documentaries are on the festival's line-up.

Among the feature films are timeless works such as 'Veerapandiya Kattabomman' (1959) and 'Parasakthi' (1952) -- both starring the legendary Sivaji Ganesan -- as well as more recent hits like 'Uri: The Surgical Strike' (2019) and 'Swatantra Veer Savarkar' (2023).

Other notable titles include 'Saat Hindustani' (1969), Amitabh Bachchan's debut film set against the backdrop of the liberation of Goa, which will be the festival's closing screening.

The documentary segment will feature 'Our Flag, Shahadat, Netaji Subash Chandra Bose, and Tilak', each exploring pivotal moments and personalities in India's freedom struggle and nation-building journey.

According to the organisers, the festival aims to connect audiences -- especially younger generations -- with films that have not only entertained but also inspired patriotism and civic pride.

The screenings will serve as a reminder of cinema's powerful role in shaping and reflecting India's collective identity.

Entry to all screenings is free, offering the people an opportunity to experience these classics on the big screen.

"We want people to relive the stories that shaped our nation and inspired millions," an NFDC official said.

For additional details about the schedule and screenings, interested viewers can contact the organisers at 8778553991.

- IANS

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Arjun K
Great selection of films but disappointed they didn't include any regional language films from North East India. Our freedom struggle was pan-Indian, not just centered around certain regions. Hope organizers consider this next time.
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Rohit P
Finally some good content after all the mindless masala movies! Uri and Shaheed back-to-back will be epic. Chennai always gets the best cultural events 👏
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Sarah B
As someone new to India, I'm excited to learn about your history through these films. The documentaries about Netaji and Tilak sound particularly interesting. Are English subtitles available?
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Karthik V
Parasakthi is a masterpiece that defined Tamil cinema's golden era. Sivaji Ganesan's performance gives me goosebumps even today. Happy to see it getting recognition at national level events like this!
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Nisha Z
Free entry is a great move! Many families can't afford multiplex prices. Hope they maintain good seating arrangements though - last time at a free screening it was too crowded 😅
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Vikram M
While I appreciate the effort, I wish they'd included more contemporary films that show constructive patriotism - like Taare Zameen Par or Swades. Patriotism isn't just about war and

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