Bollywood is once again placing significant bets on patriotic and war films, despite a disappointing performance from the genre in 2025. Upcoming releases like 'Ikkis,' detailing the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, and 'Border 2,' a sequel to the 1997 hit, signal a continued industry focus. This renewed push comes after films like 'Sky Force' and 'Sarzameen' failed to resonate, suggesting that patriotism alone is insufficient without strong narratives and engaging filmmaking to attract audiences.