Indian cinema's roots lie deep in India’s freedom journey. As we celebrate Independence Day 2025, let’s look back at how films became more than entertainment—they became a voice of resistance, social awareness, and cultural identity.

Veteran actress Sharmila Tagore attended the screening of Satyajit Ray’s restored classic Aranyer Din Ratri with daughter Saba Pataudi, joined by co-star Simi Garewal. Janhvi Kapoor, Karan Johar, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa arrived for their film Homebound. Khushi Kapoor, Shikhar Pahariya, and Orry shared fun candids. Shalini Passi wowed in a Manish Malhotra gown. On the Hollywood front, Rihanna supported A$AP Rocky at his premiere, Spike Lee, Denzel Washington, and Rocky brought buzz to Highest 2 Lowest, while Jason Momoa, Adria Arjona, and Dakota Johnson added star power.