Border 2 release: Revisit these patriotic Hindi films on Indo-Pak 1971 conflicts
Border 2 release: From JP Dutta’s Border to Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur, here are some Hindi movies to revisit on OTT as Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan's latest war drama leaves an impressive mark..
Border to Sam Bahadur: Watch Hindi war drama films on OTT
Last Updated: 06.24 PM, Jan 24, 2026
As Border 2 marches proudly in the theaters on its second day of release, fans are mesmerized by its patriotic charm around the war dramas. Featuring Sunny Deol’s return with a star-studded ensemble cast, Border 2 has been one of the most-talked-about films of the year. Anurag Singh’s Border 2 performed well on its opening day, as it surpassed Rs 30 crore on Day 1 and is now all set to break more records. Ahead of India’s Republic Day on January 26, delve into themes of courage, duty, sacrifice, and patriotism with the military heroes. From JP Dutta’s Border to Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur, here are some Hindi movies to revisit on OTT.
Top Hindi films on the 1971 India-Pakistan war
JP Dutta’s 1997 film is inspired by the 1971 Battle of Longewala between India and Pakistan. Sunny Deol headlines the ensemble cast with Akshaye Khanna, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, and others. The movie emerged as one of the biggest patriotic war dramas of its time and still remains a cult classic for fans. From iconic songs like Sandhese aate hai to powerful dialogues and a soldier’s life struggles, Border set a benchmark in the war films.
Raazi (Apple TV+)
Meghna Gulzar’s Raazi is a decent pick for the 1971 war films. Although it is not about a soldier or military life, the movie is still loved for its authentic and raw portrayal of sacrifice and patriotism. It features Alia Bhatt as an Indian secret agent, who infiltrates a Pakistani general’s house as his daughter-in-law to help her nation.
Vicky Kaushal shines in this war biopic as he plays the titular role. The story centers around Sam Manekshaw, who became India’s first Field Marshal. There are different important timelines in the movie. From military life in 1934 to the 1971 battle where he led the soldiers to fight back Pakistan’s strike, this gripping biopic takes you on a thrilling journey of courage, sacrifice, and resilience.
The Ghazi Attack (Netflix)
Featuring a star-studded ensemble cast of Rana Daggubati, KK Menon, Taapsee Pannu, and others, this enthralling war drama revolves around a battle between India and Pakistan’s naval forces. From submarine attacks to action-packed retaliation, the movie delivers a cinematic experience for the viewers.
Sky Force (Prime Video)
Featuring Akshay Kumar as an Air Force officer, this gritty war film also marks Veer Pahariya’s debut in the industry. The plot revolves around airstrikes between the neighbouring countries as deadly consequences await the fighter pilots. With high-stakes aerial missions and thrilling dialogues, Sky Force takes the battle from the ground to the skies. Sara Ali Khan and Nimrat Kaur are also part of the ensemble cast.
Pippa (Prime Video)
Based on the life of Brigadier Balram Singh, Pippa follows the events of the 1971 conflicts between India and Pakistan. With themes of camaraderie, bravery, and determination, Pippa is a decent watch if you want to revisit a war drama film. It features Homebound actor Ishaan Khatter as the military hero.
Border 2 FAQs
Q. How to watch Border 2 in theatres?
A. Border 2 is streaming in theatres. It is a perfect pick for celebrating India's Republic Day.
Q. Who play the lead in Border 2?
A. Sunny Deol headlines Border 2 as a commanding offier with Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty as the leading trio. The female ensemble features Sonam Bajwa, Mona Singh, and Medha Rana.
Q. Where to revisit Border online?
A. The 1997 war drama Border is available to revisit on JioHotstar and OTTplay Premium.