With the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed several innocent lives, the world`s attention is now on the valley region. Kashmir has been portrayed beautifully in several Indian film despite the political tension in the valley. The region has evolved into a genre of its own in Indian cinema.

With its long history of internal turmoil, unrest and its strategic role in the war against Pakistan, Kashmir has been the backdrop for numerous tales of bravery. From movies like URI: The Surgical Strike, Mission Kashmir, and Article 370 to the upcoming Ground Zero, here are 5 patriotic films that have Kashmir as their backdrop.