No list on patriotic films is complete without this Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra classic. This coming of age film started a trend of sorts for the numerous peaceful protests at India Gate that took place after the film was released. A story of five carefree youngsters who are jolted to reality after a friend’s death redefined the way we youngsters perceived patriotism. Starring Aamir Khan, Kunal Kapoor, Sharman Joshi, Sidharth and Soha Ali Khan, the film dealt with issues like corruption and other loopholes in the society.