Patriotic Bollywood Songs You Can Listen to on India's Republic Day

One of the best ways to celebrate India's Republic Day is by listening to patriotic Bollywood songs that represent Indians' love for their country. 

Patriotic Bollywood Songs to Listen to on India's Republic Day

'Yeh Jo Des Hai Tera' from Swades (2004)

'Yeh Jo Des Hai Tera'  means 'This is Your Country' and it is a beautiful, melodious ode to India, sung by Oscar-winning artist A.R. Rahman and the lyrics are by famous Indian screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar. 

'Teri Mitti' from Kesari (2019)

The song title means 'Your Soil' in English is a beautiful patriotic song, which pays tribute to soldiers in India. The song was sung by B Praak. 

'Aisa Des Hai Mera' from Veer Zara (2004)

'Aisa Des Hai Mera' means 'This is How My Country Is', which features Shah Rukh Khan's character showing Preeti Zinta's character the beauty of Indian culture. 

The song is lighthearted and beautiful and it was sung by Lata Mangeshkar, Udit Narayan, Gurdas Mann, and Pritha Majumder.

The lyrics are written by Javed Akhtar. 

'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani' from 'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani' (2000)

'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani' (trans. Even Then My Heart is Indian) is an iconic patriotic song, which is about Indians' dedication to their nation. 

This is another song written by the famous lyricist Javed Akhtar and sung by Udit Narayan.

'Mere Desh Ki Darti' from 'Upkar' (1967)

This is another classic patriotic song and the title means 'My Country's Soil'. 

The song celebrates the land of India because the song's metaphor compares the country's crops to various gems.

The song was sung by Mahendra Kapoor and it won the Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist. 

'Sandese Aate Hai' from Border (1997)

'Sandese Aate Hai' (trans. messages are coming) is dedicated to Indian soldiers who leave home to serve and protect their homeland. 

The song was composed by Anu Malik and sung by Roop Kumar Rathod and Sonu Nigam

'Bharat Ki Beti' from Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020)

'Bharat Ki Beti' (trans. India's Daughter) is dedicated to women working tirelessly and making India proud. 

The song is sung by the famous singer Arjit Singh. 

'Chak De India' from 'Chak De! India' (2007)

'Chak De India' (trans. Let's go, India!) is a very upbeat and inspiring song, which renews one's passion to make India proud!

The song is sung by Sukhwinder Singh, Salim Merchant, and Marianne D'Cruz. 

Don't forget to listen to these inspirational songs on India's Republic Day!

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