#Independence Day Special: Manoj Bajpai and Raveena Tandon define what freedom truly means!

“Dogs and Indians are not allowed.”

Set in modern Mumbai, this video poignantly shows you what modern India would be like under British Raj.

Oyo Rooms, India’s largest network of hotels, in partnership with Boring Brands and Kreative Wings Studio has unveiled a powerful digital film highlighting what freedom truly means. The film is a tribute to the freedom fighters and invites consumers to join in through the social media movement. “Agar hum azad nahi hote toh shayad kuch aisa hota!” (If we weren’t independent, how would it have been! #Azaadi4me)

Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpai, one of the protagonists of the film said, “This project is close to my heart; as an artiste to encapsulate such a powerful message in such a short format is both challenging and exciting. It’s a pragmatic film with a strong social message that I believe will force the audience to stop, step back and introspect. It was great to be back on set with Raveena, who remains one of my favourite co-stars till date.”

Actress Raveena Tandon who features in the digital film too said, “Patriotism as a theme isn’t new to cinema but what stands out about this film is the way the message is conveyed. It’s both heart touching and thought provoking and gives the audience a new perspective on the freedom they enjoy. As a proud Indian, this film serves as a powerful reminder of how lucky we are to be part of an Independent and democratic India.”

Talking about the new campaign, Ritesh Agarwal, founder & ceo of OYO Rooms said, “Personally, this concept resonated with me because as an entrepreneur I am living my dream, something that probably would have been impossible if we didn’t enjoy the freedom that we do.” He further added that poised to be among the developed countries of the world and our generation is lucky to be living at a time where we have the freedom to pursue our dreams. India today is a land of opportunities, poised to be among the developed countries of the world and our generation is lucky to be living at a time where we have the freedom to pursue our dreams. With this video we hope to salute the heroes who gave us the country we are living in today.


This shows you how something as quintessential as freedom can completely change your life if it’s taken away from you. Both Raveena Tandon and Manoj Bajpai have delivered performances that stay with you long after the film is over.

(Image credits: BoringBrands)