Rang De Basanti (2006)

After a group of friends graduate from Delhi University, they listlessly haunt their old campus, until a British filmmaker casts them in a film she's making about freedom fighters under British rule. Although the group is largely apolitical, the tragic death of a friend owing to local government corruption awakens their patriotism. Inspired by the freedom fighters they represent in the film, the friends collectively decide to avenge the killing.

Genres: Comedy, Drama, History, Romance

What to watch after Rang De Basanti

• Swades (2004) — Same feel: emotional, thought-provoking
• Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) — Same subject: patriotism
• Like Stars on Earth (2007) — Aamir Khan appears in both
• Dil Chahta Hai (2001)
• Ghajini (2008)
• Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988)