Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Mangal Pandey - The Rising List

• Lagaan - Both films depict historical struggles in India against colonial rule.
• Rang De Basanti - Focuses on youth awakening and historical events related to India's freedom.
• The Man Who Knew Infinity - Highlights a historical figure's struggle against colonial attitudes.
• Bhagat Singh - A biopic of a revolutionary figure in Indian history resisting British rule.
• The Legend of Bhagat Singh - Another portrayal of Bhagat Singh’s fight for India's independence.
• Veer Savarkar - Focuses on the life and struggles of a prominent figure in the independence movement.
• Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India - A tale of resistance against the British encapsulating the spirit of rebellion.
• Tumbbad - Set in a historical period, though different in tone, it includes cultural and mythological elements.
• Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey - Centrally about the Chittagong uprising, another narrative of resistance.
• Gandhi - A historical drama depicting the life of Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian independence movement.
• Krrish 3 - Though a superhero film, it parallels the theme of fighting for justice.
• The Forgotten Army - A series about the Indian National Army and the fight for independence.
• Mangal Pandey: The Rising (2005) - Focuses directly on the figure of Mangal Pandey and the uprising against the British.
• Paan Singh Tomar - A man’s struggle against systems and societal injustice, drawing parallels to the theme of resistance.
• Kahaani - Set against Kolkata's backdrop with elements of uncovering historical truths.
• Kahaani 2 - Similar in theme, a story of a woman's fight against injustice.
• Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi - Features a historical woman’s struggles during the colonial era.
• Rani Padmini - Portrays the valor and strength of women against invasions.
• Fifty Shades of Grey - Explores themes of power, though in a different context.
• The Tea Stories - Delves into the historical narratives surrounding British colonial tea plantations.
• Namak Halaal - Comedy but features a protagonist facing challenges with a colonial backdrop.
• Rang De Basanti - Revolves around a group of friends inspired by India's freedom fighters.
• Azaadi Ke Liye - Focuses specifically on India's freedom struggle.
• Raees - Combines the themes of justice and resistance in 1980s India.
• Kahaani 2 - Continues themes of resistance and justice.
• Bajirao Mastani - Set in a historical context with themes of love and war against oppression.
• Peshwa Bajirao - Revolves around a significant historical figure in India known for his battle strategies.
• Tashan - Involves elements of power struggle and confrontation, albeit in a modern setting.
• 23rd March 1931: Shaheed - Focuses on the life of Bhagat Singh and his associates' sacrifices.
• Shaheed - Another portrayal of Bhagat Singh's journey as a freedom fighter.
• Gulaab Gang - Features strong female lead fighting for her rights and others’ in a problematic societal backdrop.
• The Sky is Pink - Though different in genre, it portrays a family's struggle against life-threatening circumstances.
• Nazar - Deals with supernatural struggles, reflecting resilience in the face of challenges.
• Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran - Centers on a significant historical event in India's modern history.
• Tashkent Files - A narrative involving historical intrigue and demands for justice.
• Vaastav: The Reality - Focuses on the protagonist's struggle against the system.
• Shahid - Biopic about a human rights lawyer who fights against injustice.
• Raag Desh - Based on the true story of three soldiers accused of conspiracy against the British.