Mumbai, August 15: The spirit of celebration for India’s 80th Independence Day is palpable across the nation. Celebrities from the entertainment industry have joined in, sharing their wishes and tributes. Akshay Kumar, Bhumi Pednekar, and Anupam Kher are among those who expressed their heartfelt greetings.
Actor Anupam Kher shared a video on Instagram, extending his wishes for Independence Day. He stated, “Warm wishes to every Indian living in India and around the world on this Independence Day. India is not just a country; it is our identity. The fragrance of its soil, diverse languages, attire, festivals, religions, and traditions connect us all. This is the greatest beauty and strength of India. Wherever we are in the world, we carry a piece of India with us—in our memories, values, food, prayers, and hearts. May God keep our country safe, bring happiness, peace, and progress to every Indian, and may our beloved tricolor continue to wave proudly in the sky. Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind, Jai Bharat. Bharat Mata Ki Jai.”
Renowned director and actor Farhan Akhtar also posted a picture of the tricolor on Instagram, quoting Rabindranath Tagore. He wrote, “Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high, where knowledge is free, where the world is not divided into narrow walls, where words come out from the depth of truth, where tireless striving stretches its arms towards perfection, where the clear stream of reason has not lost its way into the dreary desert of dead habit, where the mind is led forward by thee into ever-widening thought and action, into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake. Wishing everyone a heartfelt Independence Day.”
Singer Suchitra Krishnamoorthi shared a video of herself singing “Vande Mataram” on Instagram, wishing everyone a happy Independence Day.
Director-producer Subhash Ghai congratulated everyone on Independence Day, emphasizing that duty comes before rights. He shared a video featuring a new song, “Har Ghar Mein Tiranga,” composed, sung, and recorded by students of his Whistling Woods International. Ghai wrote, “The song ‘Har Ghar Mein Tiranga’ celebrates the 80th year of independence. Today, we reaffirm that our duty comes before our rights. May our flag always fly high. Congratulations and best wishes to the youth of India and every Indian.”
Actress Nimrat Kaur reminisced about celebrating Independence Day during her school days, from carrying the tricolor to singing the national anthem, and enjoying snacks like samosas and jalebis. She shared a video on Instagram, reflecting on how childhood celebrations shaped her understanding of India’s freedom. She wrote, “Some things never change; they only grow over time—like my love for my country and this beautiful day. Wishing my fellow countrymen a very happy Independence Day. May our nation remain immortal, and our spirit endure.”
Actress Twinkle Khanna posted a video on Instagram, enjoying an event. She wrote, “Heartfelt wishes for Independence Day! We fought for our freedom so we could live as we choose, and today we are fighting over which dissent and decisions are valid. If you had to celebrate a unique aspect of being Indian or change one thing, what would you choose?”
Actor Varun Dhawan shared some pictures related to his film “Border-2” on Instagram, extending his wishes for Independence Day with the message, “Warm wishes on the 80th Independence Day. Freedom is not given; it must be earned.”
Actress Bhumi Pednekar also posted pictures on the occasion of Independence Day, stating, “Warm wishes for Independence Day. It is a privilege to call our diverse, strong, and unique country our home. Let us aspire for an India that continues to progress, evolve, and become more equitable, inclusive, and compassionate. We must always remember the sacrifices that granted us freedom and contribute to building the India of our dreams. Jai Hind.”
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