Independence Day 2026: Raveena Tandon, Anupam Kher, Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn And More Bollywood Celebs Extend Wishes, Pay Tribute To India

Bollywood celebs celebrate India’s 80th Independence Day with heartfelt wishes, messages of unity, hope, patriotism and a brighter future.

As India marks its 80th Independence Day, Bollywood celebrities joined the celebrations on Saturday as they shared heartfelt wishes with fans and fellow Indians. From messages celebrating the tricolour and the nation’s rich heritage to calls for unity, hope and a brighter future, stars across the Hindi film industry marked the occasion in their own style. Scroll down to read the full story.

Bollywood Celebs Extend Independence Day Wishes

Raveena Tandon

Raveena Tandon celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, by hoisting the national flag at Fun Republic Mall in Andheri West, Mumbai, alongside underprivileged children for the Rudra Foundation’s “Educate With Expansion” initiative. Tandon led the flag-hoisting ceremony at 8:00 AM on August 15, 2026, at Fun Republic Mall, Andheri West, supporting a charity event focused on underprivileged kids.

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Suniel Shetty

Suniel Shetty shared a photograph with the Tricolour and reflected on the emotional significance of the flag. He stated, “Every time the Tiranga goes up, the heart somehow stands a little taller. Happy Independence Day… Always grateful. Jai Hind.”

Every time the Tiranga goes up, the heart somehow stands a little taller. 🇮🇳

Happy Independence Day…

Always proud. Always grateful.

Jai Hind! pic.twitter.com/H06PEXfV7N
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) August 15, 2026

Ajay Devgn

Ajay Devgn posted on Instagram Story, celebrating the freedom to dream and build, writing, “To the freedom that lets us dream, create and build. Happy Independence Day.”

Ajay Devgn’s Independence day wish

Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar posted a tribute on his Instagram Story displaying the Indian flag colours, silhouettes of landmarks such as India Gate and temples, a wooden charkha with cotton threads, and strings resembling the tricolour. He wrote, “May the glory of our tricolour always remain; let there be hope in every heart and a dream of a better tomorrow in every eye. Happy Independence Day to all of you. Jai Hind!”

हमारे तिरंगे की शान यूँ ही बनी रहे, हर दिल में उम्मीद और हर आँख में एक बेहतर कल का सपना रहे। आप सभी को स्वतंत्रता दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। 🇮🇳 जय हिंद! pic.twitter.com/ymenfpicLd
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 15, 2026

Shilpa Shetty

Shilpa Shetty celebrates Independence Day with paps and kids Viaan and Samisha.

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Poonam Pandey

The actress wrote, “Just as bright as India, dressed in white. Celebrating the spirit of freedom, pride and unity. Happy Independence Day!”

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Parineeti Chopra & Raghav Chadha

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha join CRPF personnel for a patriotic Independence Day.

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Rakul Preet Singh

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Ram Charan

Ram Charan shared his wishes on X, stating, “Happy Independence Day to every Indian. Proud to be a part of this incredible nation. Jai Hind.”

Happy Independence Day to every Indian 🇮🇳

Proud to be a part of this incredible nation. Jai Hind.🫡
— Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) August 15, 2026

Allu Arjun

The Pushpa star wrote, “Wishing everyone a very Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind!”

Wishing everyone a very Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/HR3lrSJBJt
— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) August 15, 2026

Jr NTR

Jr NTR also posted on X, writing, “Congratulations on the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Wishing everyone a Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind.”

80వ స్వాతంత్ర దినోత్సవ శుభాకాంక్షలు. Wishing everyone a Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind 🇮🇳
— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) August 15, 2026

Yash

The actor said, “Every generation inherits a dream: the dream of a free, fearless India. Today, we celebrate those who fought for it, and recommit to building the future they imagined. Happy Independence Day!”

Every generation inherits a dream: the dream of a free, fearless India. Today, we celebrate those who fought for it, and recommit to building the future they imagined. Happy Independence Day! 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/OiyFf09NiB
— Yash (@TheNameIsYash) August 15, 2026

Mohanlal

The veteran wrote, “Happy Independence Day.”

Happy Independence Day 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/6MXJV3ilNS
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) August 15, 2026

Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan quoted lines by Bharati in his message. He said, “Even if you, Goddess of Freedom, destroy me, causing a crore of troubles, I will never forget to worship you. These lines by Bharati are eternally immortal. Greetings of Independence Day to fellow Indians.”

‘கோடி இன்னல் விளைந்தெனை அழித்திட்டாலும் சுதந்திர தேவி, நின்னைத் தொழுதிடல் மறக்கிலேனே’ என்கிற பாரதி வரிகள் என்றும் சாஸ்வதம். சக இந்தியர்க்கு சுதந்திர தின வாழ்த்துகள்.
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) August 15, 2026

Vijay

The actor-politician’s team wrote, “Wishing everyone a happy 80th Independence Day. Let us remember the sacrifices that gave us our freedom and work together for a stronger, united, and prosperous India. Jai Hind.”

Wishing everyone a happy 80th Independence Day. Let us remember the sacrifices that gave us our freedom and work together for a stronger, united, and prosperous India. Jai Hind 🇮🇳 #IndependenceDay pic.twitter.com/2f7XmjTHNF
— Actor Vijay Team (@ActorVijayTeam) August 14, 2026

Trisha Krishnan

Actor Trisha during the Independence Day function in Chennai

>Sits with CM Vijay's parents
>Clicks when Vijay entered
>Clicks when Vijay inspecting the parade
>Salutes back to Vijay

Pure bond ♥️ pic.twitter.com/iCAWM5JCwL
— Chota Don (@choga_don) August 15, 2026

Anupam Kher

Actor Anupam Kher extended Independence Day greetings to the nation on Saturday, reflecting on both India’s history since independence and his own life growing up in the country. In a self-recorded video shared on Instagram, Kher noted that he was “only 8 years younger than my country,” referencing that India was liberated on August 15, 1947, while he was born in 1955.

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“India was liberated on 15th August 1947, and I was born in 1955. In this sense, India and I have grown up together,” he said.

Vishal Mishra

The singer shared a video and wrote, “Jai Hind! Happy Independence Day! Bharat Mata Ki Jai.”

Jai Hind 🫡 Happy Independence Day ! Bharat Mata Ki Jai 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/tbJsY7pJ3m
— Vishal Mishra (@VishalMMishra) August 15, 2026

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