From the chilling realism of The Attacks of 26/11 to the emotional valor of Major, Indian cinema has repeatedly turned its lens toward the shadow of terrorism that has loomed over the nation for decades. As the nation mourns the Pahalgam terror killings, we take a look at how Indian cinema has spoken out in one voice against terrorism.
The Attacks of 26/11 (2013): While primarily focused on the 2008 Mumbai attacks, this Ram Gopal Varma film briefly references the Parliament attack.
26/11 (2013): Includes a brief depiction of the Akshardham Temple attack in a montage of major terror incidents.
Adivi Sesh-starrer Major, released in 2022, told the story of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan.
State of Siege: Temple Attack (2021): A Zee5 film that directly portrays the Akshardham Temple attack.
Hotel Mumbai (2018): Recreates the harrowing events inside the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel during the siege, highlighting the heroism of the staff and the ordeal of the guests.
The Attacks of 26/11 (2013): Provides an intense and raw perspective on the 2008 Mumbai attacks, focusing on both police response and civilian experiences.
Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019): An action-packed dramatization of the Indian Army’s surgical strikes in retaliation to the terrorist attack on the Uri army base.
Article 370 (2024): While centered on the abrogation of Article 370, the film incorporates the backdrop of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, including references to the Pulwama attack.
Dil Se.. (1998): Set amidst insurgency in Northeast India, exploring themes of love and extremism.
The Terrorist (1998): A Tamil-language film (also released in English) about a young female suicide bomber.
Mission Kashmir (2000): Focuses on terrorism and personal revenge in the Kashmir Valley.
New York (2009): Examines post-9/11 life for South Asians in the U.S. and the personal toll of profiling and suspicion.
Madras Cafe (2013): A political thriller set during the Sri Lankan Civil War, including events linked to Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination.
Baby (2015): Centers on a covert counter-terrorism unit and their high-stakes missions.
Phantom (2015): Follows a former Indian soldier on a covert mission to avenge the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
Tiger Zinda Hai (2017): Loosely inspired by the 2014 ISIS abduction of Indian nurses in Iraq.
Kesari (2019): Although focused on the Battle of Saragarhi, the film touches on themes of conflict and national defense.
Bell Bottom (2021): A spy thriller inspired by real-life airline hijackings in the 1980s.
Yodha (2024): An action thriller featuring an off-duty soldier fighting terrorists during a plane hijacking.
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