War Poetry :- Rupert Brooke's The Soldier comparative analysis of Bollywood Patriotic Song Ae Watan From Raazi Movie.

1. Department of English
Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University
Date: 10 April 2024
"Echoes of Conflict: A
Comparative Analysis of War
Poetry and Bollywood
Patriotic Song"
Sem 2 | Batch 2023-25
Khushi Rathod

2. Department of English, MKBU
"Echoes of Conflict: A Comparative
Analysis of War Poetry and
Bollywood Patriotic Song"
Prepared by Khushi Rathod

3. Personal Information
Name : Khushi R. Rathod
Roll No : 16
Enrollment No : 5108230039
Semester : 2
Paper No : 110
Paper Code : 22403
Paper Name : History of English Literature - From 1900 to 2000
Topic : "Echoes of Conflict: A Comparative Analysis of War Poetry and Bollywood Patriotic Song"
Presented at : Smt. S.B.Gardi, Department of English,MKBU
E-mail : khushirathod1863@gmail.com

4. TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Overview of War Poetry
2. The Bollywood Patriotic Song
3. About Rupert Brooke
4. Overview of Poem: ‘The Soldier’
5. Song: ‘Ae Watan’
6. Similarities between Poem & Song
7. Differences between Poem & Song
8. Conclusion
9. Reference

5. Overview of War Poetry
Theme :Patriotism and
National Identity
Examine the imagery,
symbolism, and rhetorical
devices used to stir nationalistic
sentiments.
Preserving Memories
In the War poetry, the role of
these artistic expressions in
shaping public perception,
discourse, and collective
memory around conflicts.
Poetic Verse
Discuss how the poetic verses and song
lyrics aim to elicit strong emotional
responses from the audience - pride,
grief, determination, etc. Examine how
these artistic expressions are used to
inspire, motivate, and mobilize the
public during times of conflict.
(Tupper)

6. Important War Poets & Poetry
War Poets Poetry
Siegfried Sassoon The Hero
Wilfred Owen Dulce et Decorum Est
Rupert Brooke The Soldier
Wilfrid Wilson Gibson The Fear
Ivor Gurney The Target

7. The Bollywood Patriotic Song
● Bollywood patriotic songs harness the emotive power
of music to stir national pride and commemorate the
sacrifices of soldiers.
● The integration of patriotic songs within Bollywood
films has amplified their reach, weaving them into the
fabric of popular culture.

8. Bollywood Patriotic Songs
Movie Patriotic Song
Kesari Teri Mitti
Raazi Ae Watan
Vande Mataram Maa Tujhe Salaam
Jai Ho Slumdog Millionaire
Upkar Mere Desh Ki Dharti

9. The Evolving Portrayal of Conflict
War Poetry Bollywood Patriotic Song
Explores the personal and psychological
impacts of war
Often emphasizes the heroic and
nationalistic aspects of conflict
Reflects the changing perspectives and
experiences of those who have lived
through war
Adapts to shifting sociopolitical contexts
and evolving conceptions of patriotism
Serves as a critical lens for examining the
complexities and contradictions of war
Contributes to the shaping of public
discourse and national narratives around
conflict
(Tupper)

10. Rupert Brooke
● Birth: August 3, 1887, in Rugby, Warwickshire, England
● Death: April 23, 1915, in Skyros, Greece
● Profession: English poet
● Education: Attended King’s College, Cambridge
● Fame: Known for idealized image in interwar period, fueled by
early death during World War I
● Activities: Involved in the Fabian Society, gained many friends
● Notable Poem: "The Old Vicarage, Grantchester" (1912),
celebrating Grantchester countryside , ‘The Dead’, ‘Heaven’.
● War Experience: Participated in failed expedition to Antwerp,
sailed for Dardanelles
● Famous Sonnet: "The Soldier"
(Britannica)

11. If I should die, think only this of me:
That there’s some corner of a foreign field
That is for ever England. There shall be
In that rich earth a richer dust concealed;
A dust whom England bore, shaped, made aware,
Gave, once, her flowers to love, her ways to roam;
A body of England’s, breathing English air,
Washed by the rivers, blest by suns of home.
And think, this heart, all evil shed away,
A pulse in the eternal mind, no less
Gives somewhere back the thoughts by England given;
Her sights and sounds; dreams happy as her day;
And laughter, learnt of friends; and gentleness,
In hearts at peace, under an English heaven.
The Soldier
By
Rupert Brooke
(Brooke)

12. ● "The Soldier" is a renowned poem by Rupert Brooke, written during World
War I. It reflects the patriotic sentiments prevalent during that time and
explores themes of sacrifice, duty, and national pride.
● The article engages with relevant theories of patriotism, nationalism, and
colonialism/imperialism from philosophers and thinkers, using these
frameworks to analyze the different layers of meaning in the poem.
● In the poem, the speaker reflects on the possibility of his death in battle, but
finds solace in the idea that a part of him will forever remain in his
homeland, England. He envisions that even in death, he will continue to
serve his country, as his spirit will reside in the soil of England, which he
describes as "forever England."
Overview of the Poem
(Yousef)

13. SONG :- AE WATAN
FILM :- RAAZI
SINGER :- Arijit Singh and Sunidhi Chauhan
Composer :- Shankar-Ehsaan -Loy
Lyrics :- Gulzar and Allama Iqbal (Bhavsar)

14. Pahunchu main jahaan bhi
Meri buniyad rahe tu
(Pahunchu main jahaan bhi
Meri buniyad rahe tu)
Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu
Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu
Ae watan… mere watan!
(Ae watan… mere watan!)
Tujhpe koi gham ki aanch aane nahin doon
(Tujhpe koi gham ki aanch aane nahin doon)
Kurbaan meri jaan tujhpe, shaad rahe tu
(Kurbaan meri jaan tujhpe, shaad rahe tu)
Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu
Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu
Ae watan…
Mere watan…
Ae watan... aabaad rahe tu
Aabaad rahe tu… (aabaad rahe tu)
Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu
Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu
(Ae watan, watan mere, aabaad rahe tu)
Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu
(Main jahan rahun, jahaan me yaad rahe tu)
Ae watan… mere watan!
(Ae watan… mere watan!)
Tu hi meri manzil hai, pehchan tujhi se
(Tu hi meri manzil hai, pehchan tujhi se) Ae watan… (ae watan…)
Mere watan… (mere watan…)
Ae watan… (ae watan…)
Mere watan… (mere watan…)
Aabaad rahe tu…
(Bhavsar)

15. Ae Watan from Raazi: Bollywood's Patriotic Anthem
Patriotic Resonance Patriotic Resonance Emotional Impact
The song "Ae Watan" from
the Bollywood film Raazi
has become a powerful
symbol of national pride and
love for one's country.
The song is woven into the
narrative of the film, which
revolves around a young
Indian woman who becomes
a spy for her country during
the Indo-Pakistani War of
1971.
The stirring lyrics and
soulful music of "Ae Watan"
evoke a deep sense of
patriotism and sacrifice,
resonating with audiences
both in India and globally.

16. Aspect “The Soldier” by Rupert Brooke “Ae Watan ” from “Raazi”
Theme Patriotism, Sacrifice,duty Patriotism, Sacrifice
Emotional Tone Elicits feelings of pride and reverence for
one’s country
Evokes emotions of love and dedication
towards the homeland
Nationalism Celebrates the love for one’s nation and
willingness to sacrifice for it
Highlights the resilience and bravery of
individuals in the face of adversity
Cultural Context Reflects the patriotic sentiments prevalent
during wartime
Captures the spirit of contemporary
indian patriotism
Artistic
Expression
Both works use artistic mediums( poetry,
music) to convey a sense of national pride
and identity
Utilizes the power of language and
music to evoke a sense of belonging and
loyalty
Similarities

17. Aspect “The Soldier” by Rupert Brooke “Ae Watan ” from “Raazi”
Medium Poetry Bollywood song
Time Period Written during World War I Set against the backdrop of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971
Style Formal ,elevated rich imagery Contemporary, accessible, emotionally charged
Imagery Uses vivid imagery of nature and nostalgia for
England
Depicts the harsh realities of war and celebrates the cultural
diversity of India
Audience Targeted towards literary audiences Intended for Bollywood moviegoers and the wider Indian public
Reception Considered a classic example of war poetry,
well-received during its time
Widely praised as a popular Bollywood song, resonating with
audiences for its emotional depth
Difference

18. Conclusion
● The comparative analysis of war poetry and Bollywood patriotic songs reveals
both similarities and differences in their portrayal of conflict and nationalism.
While war poetry delves into the visceral experiences of war and its futility,
Bollywood patriotic songs evoke fervent nationalism and heroism. Despite
these distinctions, both forms underscore the profound impact of conflict on
societies and the role of art in shaping collective memory and identity.

19. Reference
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Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Rupert Brooke". Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Feb. 2024,
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rupert-Brooke. Accessed 10 April 2024.
Brooke, Rupert. “The Soldier by Rupert Brooke | Poetry Magazine.” Poetry Foundation,
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Tupper, James W. “Poetry and the War.” The Sewanee Review, vol. 26, no. 4, 1918, pp. 445–67. JSTOR,
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