The 72nd Independence Day of India is finally here. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the National Flag of India, Tiranga at Red Fort in New Delhi on 15th August 2018. He followed it up with a stirring speech, drawing attention to the achievements of the year gone by. The nation is gripped with the patriotic spirit with the chants of ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ ringing in the ears of everyone. Students in schools and colleges are all set to give their best performances on Independence Day 2018. As for those who are at home enjoying a bank holiday on the national festival, you can also join in I-Day celebrations by wishing fellow Indian citizens with exciting Independence Day 2018 GIF images and animated stickers. Not kidding, but we have got a collection of really cool Bollywood inspired GIFs featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh and Salman Khan! Do not believe us? Go right ahead and see it for yourself. Send these Freedom Day images, GIFs to your friends and families on 15th August. Independence Day 2018 GIF Images: Download HD Quality Tiranga Pictures and 15th August WhatsApp Greeting Cards to Wish Happy Independence Day 2018.

As we all know, wishing Independence Day on messaging app, WhatsApp or posting colourful images on social media platform Facebook or micro-blogging app, Twitter, to express one’s feeling of patriotism has become a norm, more like a ritual. So, to cater that need, there are an extensive list of inspirational slogans, patriotic quotes by freedom fighters, shayaris in Hindi and Urdu, greeting cards, photos, GIFs that are used to wish Independence Day on the 15th August. Independence Day celebrations have become an integral part of popular culture. And when talking about popular culture, Bollywood would not be far away. Take a look at GIFs, which you’ll instantly fall in love with. India Independence Day 2018: Poem in Hindi to Evoke Real Nationalism on This Swatantrata Divas.

Shah Rukh Khan Independence Day 2018 GIF Image Message

Beginning with Badshah of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan. The actor who has enacted in several movies such as Swades, Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani, Happy New Year, and of course, there’s his Chak De! India that evokes patriotism in viewers. The above GIF is perfect for all the SRK fans who love the country just like the favourite actor.

Akshay Kumar Independence Day 2018 GIF Image Message

Coming to Akshay Kumar, known as the modern-age ‘Bharat Kumar,’ the actor has time and again stoked patriotic fervour through his long list of movies such as Namastey London, Holiday: A Soldier is Never Off Duty, Airlift, Baby, Rustom and his recent release Gold. He has also displayed his nationalistic streak through the advertisements of the brands he represents. Remember Kajaria Tile’s tagline? “Desh ki mitti se bani tiles se desh ko banate hain.”

Salman Khan Independence Day 2018 GIF Image Message

Unlike Akshay, this actor is subtle about promoting nationalism, but that does not mean he is no proud Indian. We are talking about Salman Khan, the actor who proudly wears patriotism on his sleeves. Not only his films have boasted of patriotic flavour, but Salman loves celebrating these national festivals with great enthusiasm.

Ranveer Singh Independence Day 2018 GIF Image Message

Coming to the youngest of the patriotic brigade, Ranveer Singh. The Padmaavat actor loves celebrating Independence Day with fun and excitement. Be it Republic Day or Independence Day, Ranveer Singh makes it a point to dress up in traditional attire for the special day and celebrate with everyone. This year, he celebrated with children, ‘the future of India. On his Instagram page, he posted images writing, “Our young nation 🌍 is the very future of the world !!!!! #HappyIndependenceDay”.

So, those were fun GIFs featuring some of your favourite Bollywood actors. Of course, there are more stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Varun Dhawan among many who make it a point to wish the country on the special occasion of Independence Day. Now, you can go ahead and use these GIFs to wish a very Happy Independence Day 2018 to your family, friends, neighbours and colleagues.

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