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India’s 79th Independence Day was celebrated with grandeur across the nation, and Bollywood’s biggest names joined in with heartfelt messages and gestures of patriotism. From Shah Rukh Khan’s emotional post with his son AbRam to Salman Khan’s musical tribute, celebrities took to social media and public appearances to mark the special day.

Shah Rukh Khan shared a throwback picture with his youngest son AbRam from their residence Mannat, with the Indian tricolour proudly flying in the background. In his caption, the actor reflected on the importance of freedom, writing that independence is the nation’s greatest gift and a key to progress. He urged everyone to keep their “heads held high and hearts open” while wishing the nation a “Happy Independence Day” with a heartfelt “Jai Hind.”

Salman Khan offered his greetings in his signature style, posting a black-and-white video where he sang “Saare Jahan Se Accha” as part of his song Pyaar Karona. The actor’s simple yet emotional gesture was widely shared, with fans appreciating his patriotic spirit. Actress Soha Ali Khan, along with her husband Kunal Kemmu and daughter Inaaya, celebrated the day by waving the Indian flag from their balcony, while Dia Mirza also shared similar images of her family with the tricolour.

Akshay Kumar showcased his patriotic side at Mumbai’s Kalina airport, where he was spotted in a green shirt featuring the Indian map in tricolour. Despite heavy rain, the actor refused an umbrella, greeted his fans, and wished everyone a “Happy Independence Day.” Later, on Instagram, he posted a tribute to real-life heroes who work to keep India’s beaches clean, calling them everyday champions who make freedom feel brighter.

Other prominent voices included Hema Malini, Rajkummar Rao, Vikrant Massey, Arjun Rampal, Sara Ali Khan, and Ram Charan, who all extended warm wishes to the nation. Suneil Shetty stood out with a stirring message dedicated to the Indian Army. In his post, he was seen waving the national flag and meeting soldiers, writing that there is “no force like our Armed Forces and no pride like being Indian,” as he saluted the bravehearts who safeguard the country’s freedom.

Bollywood’s Independence Day celebrations highlighted both pride and gratitude, with stars reminding their fans of the sacrifices made for freedom and the responsibility to uphold it.