In a powerful response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India launched Operation Sindoor, striking nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The mission, carried out in the early hours of Wednesday, reportedly eliminated over 80 terrorists in a series of high-precision strikes.
The emotionally resonant operation name, Sindoor, quickly became a rallying point across the nation, sparking waves of patriotic reactions. Prominent figures from the Indian film industry took to social media to express their pride and support for the Indian Armed Forces.
Megastar Chiranjeevi shared a post by the Indian Army featuring the words Operation Sindoor, captioned with a heartfelt, “Jai Hind.”
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Jai Hind pic.twitter.com/GUyTShnx4H
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) May 7, 2025
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Actor Riteish Deshmukh, among the first to respond, wrote:”Jai Hind Ki Sena…Bharat Mata Ki Jai!!!!! #OperationSindoor .”
Actress Kajal Aggarwal shared Maitribodh Parivaar’s message of solidarity with the Army, further amplifying the wave of national pride.
Veteran actor Paresh Rawal also reacted to the mission on X, while acclaimed actor-director Anupam Kher echoed the sentiment:”Bharat Mata Ki Jai #OperationSindoor.”
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भारत माता की जय! #OperationSindoor
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) May 7, 2025
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Actress Nimrat Kaur posted the widely shared vermillion-themed image and wrote:”United with our forces. One country. One mission #JaiHind #OperationSindoor .”
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United with our forces. One country. One mission. #JaiHind #OperationSindoor@narendramodi @SpokespersonMoD @rajnathsingh pic.twitter.com/EsWURU6fRc
— Nimrat Kaur (@NimratOfficial) May 7, 2025
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Director Madhur Bhandarkar shared his tribute:”Our prayers are with our forces. One nation, together we stand. Jai Hind, Vande Mataram.”
Taapsee Pannu contributed by amplifying a post from the Hemkunt Foundation, highlighting how relief teams are on standby to assist those affected.
Tamil-Telugu actor Bindu Madhavi and a popular television host also joined the wave of tributes, with the latter sharing the Indian government’s official press release on the operation.
With Operation Sindoor, India has once again demonstrated its resolve against terrorism. The widespread support from citizens and celebrities alike reinforces national unity and honors the sacrifices of the Armed Forces.
