New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Bollywood has time and again remembered the country's struggle for Independence with its films of the patriotic genre. Top actors like Aamir Khan, Ajay Devgn, Kangana Ranaut, Vicky Kaushal, and Sharman Joshi have also managed to step into the shoes of some great freedom fighters and invoke patriotism on the big screen.

As India observes its 79th Independence Day this year, let's take a look at some Bollywood actors who have etched their names in the history of Indian cinema by their powerful performances as freedom fighters.

Ajay Devgn (Bhagat Singh in The Legend of Bhagat Singh)

While Bhagat Singh's life and fearless role in India's freedom movement have largely influenced a lot of films, it is Ajay Devgn's portr...