Republic Day 2026: Bollywood Stars Unite in Patriotic Celebrations
As India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, the entertainment industry joined the nation in expressing pride and gratitude. Numerous Bollywood celebrities took to their social media platforms to share heartfelt messages, highlighting the spirit of unity and diversity that defines the country.
Shah Rukh Khan Emphasizes Unity in Diversity
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan posted on his Instagram Stories, "HAPPY REPUBLIC DAY. Proud to be Indian – our country teaches us there is strength and unity in diversity. Happy Republic Day to all of us. Jai Hind and love to all." His message resonated with fans, emphasizing the core values of India's cultural fabric.
Alia Bhatt Shares Daughter Raha's Flag Creation
Actress Alia Bhatt shared a touching image of the national flag made by her daughter Raha, adding a personal and familial touch to the celebrations. This gesture showcased how patriotism is being passed down through generations in Bollywood families.
Other Celebrities Join the Festivities
Hrithik Roshan extended his wishes on X, writing, "Heartfelt Republic Day wishes to all of you. Jai Hind." Similarly, Akshay Kumar posted on Instagram, "Let’s say with pride, we are Indians! Happy Republic Day. Jai Hind, Jai Bharat." He also shared the message in Hindi, reinforcing the linguistic diversity of the nation.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas commemorated the historical significance by sharing old photos with the caption, "This day, 77 years ago…Happy Republic Day." Meanwhile, Sunny Deol connected the occasion to his film Border 2, posting a video and writing, "Apni aan, maan, aur shaan se upar Hindustan ko rakhte hain ye mitti ke bete! Wishing you all a very Happy Republic Day."
Widespread Celebrations Across the Industry
The patriotic fervor extended to many other stars, including:
- Anil Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor
- Suniel Shetty, who tweeted about freedom and responsibility
- Ayushmann Khurrana and Sidharth Malhotra
- Shilpa Shetty and Vicky Kaushal
- Manoj Bajpayee and Rajkummar Rao
Additionally, actors like Kartik Aaryan and Prakash Raj shared their Republic Day greetings, with Raj emphasizing the importance of cherishing diversity and upholding the Constitution. These posts collectively highlighted the entertainment industry's deep connection to national pride and the values enshrined in the Indian Republic.
The celebrations on social media served as a reminder of how Bollywood stars use their influence to promote unity and patriotism, especially on significant national occasions like Republic Day.
