In the world of Bollywood, there have been many interesting movies released based on the life of Gandhi Ji, which have tons of facts about his early life, and the way he led our beloved nation to freedom from the Britishers, between the years 1918 to 1947. Here are top 6 movies, which are a must-watch on this auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. Sit back, relax and enjoy!
6 Gandhi Movies You Should Watch :
Gandhi (1982) :
Gandhi the biographical movie of Mohandas Karamchan Gandhi, is a 1982 epic biographical film based on his life, and how the leader of an Indian independence movement carries the whole nation against the British Empire during the 20th century. The movie was released by Columbia Pictures in India, United Kingdom and the United States of America. With a budget of $22 Million, this movie became a commercial success, after pulling a staggering amount of $127.8 Million.
This movie majorly focuses on the details of Mahatma Gandhi’s early life, the depiction of his character during the freedom struggle, till his assassination. In fact, this movie received a lot of fame for being extremely accurate about Mahatma Gandhi’s life. The piece of beauty had gotten 11 nominations at the 55th Academy Awards, from which they massively won eight (this was even more than any other movie being nominated in that year).
Lage Raho Munnabhai (2006) :
Lage Raho Munnabhai Released in the year 2006, this Bollywood masterpiece by none other than Rajkumar Hirani Ji was loved by millions. From the casting, to direction, to finally the perfect execution, this movie makes you want a ‘Circuit’ in your life too!
Sanjay Baba, who plays an underworld gangster ‘Munna Bhai’, falls hopelessly in love with Janhvi, who is a radio show host, and she also runs an old age home. In the movie, that specific old age home gets taken over by an unethical builder who kicks out all the poor residents, ironically with the help of Munna's sidekick, Circuit. When all of this keeps on going, Munna’s focus entirely remains on maintaining his romantic relationship with Jahnvi. Munna, specialises as a professor in the life of Mahatma Gandhi. Baba now has to tackle the situation against his very own forces and the builder. However there is one person on his side- the great man, Mahatma Gandhi himself! Munna, the character played by Sanjay Baba, is only troubled when it becomes a herculean task to explain to everyone about Mahatma Gandhi 's existence!
Gandhi My Father (2007) :
Produced by Bollywood veteran actor Anil Kapoor, ‘Gandhi My Father’ is another iconic piece of art which was released on the 3rd of August, 2007. Starring Darshan Jariwala, Akshaye Khanna, and Bhumika Chawla, this masterpiece helps us understand about the troubled relationship between Mahatma Gandhi, and his son Harilal Gandhi.
‘Gandhi My Father’ has painted a clear picture of Mahatma Gandhi's strained, and extremely difficult relationship with Harilal Gandhi, his son. It has been shown that since the start, the basic thoughts and views of the father and his son have always differed. Harilal always wanted to go abroad for his further studies, however, his father was set in his ways, and always hoped that his son would accompany him in his journey, to help India fight its battles and lead the nation to freedom!
Gandhi to Hitler (2011) :
The movie ‘Dear Friend Hitler’ was released all over India, as ‘Gandhi to Hitler’. This is a 2011 movie, which is based on the war-drama and certain letters drafted by Mahatma Gandhi to Adolf Hitler, as he was always against his violent, vicious activities.
The Nazi German Dictator Adolf Hitler had been helping the Azad Hind Fauj, which was bravely led by Subhas Chandra Bose. This Fauj consisted of members who had become impatient with many of Mahatma Gandhi’s strategies of Non-Violence, against the cruel British Rulers. On a humble request by his friends, the first letter to Adolf Hitler was drafted by Gandhi. But, with the continuity of Hitler’s stubborn acts, a second letter issued by Gandhi was shot out of sheer frustration. Both incredible personalities never met each other in real life, but Mahatma Gandhi does explain why he had labelled Hitler as a “Friend” in his letter, which was drafted on the 24th of December, 1940.
Sardar (1994) :
The biopic of Sardar Vallabhai Patel has been a wild ride, as it goes into a totally different level of excellence. This beautiful movie Sardar, directed by Ketan Mehta, tells us more about the life of the Iron Man of India!
Sardar Vallabhai Patel’s character is played by none other than the insanely talented Paresh Rawal. The resemblance in the chemistry that has been shown between the two iconic real-life characters in the movie is uncanny. The roller coaster ride, that delves into the dynamics between Sardar Vallabhai Patel and Mahatma Gandhi, is not something you notice in every biopic crafted. Along with Paresh Rawal, Annu Kapoor and Benjamin Gilani also go on and display an incredible performance in the movie. Stop looking elsewhere! This is the must-watch movie, through which you will be able to learn more about Sardar Vallabhai Patel, in a fun and informative way!
Hey Ram (2000) :
A 2000 criminal drama movie, which is totally written, directed and produced by the legendary Kamal Haasan, was made in Tamil and Hindi languages at the same time!.
This beautiful piece of art, is a fictional Indian drama that depicts the story of Saketh Ram (also played by Kamal Hassan), who is under the impression that he tries to kill Mohandas Gandhi (played by Naseeruddin Shah). ‘Hey Ram’ was not successful at the box office! However, it became a ‘critical darling’. This movie also has a semi-fictional take towards the partition of India during 1947, and provides us with some controversy about the assassination of Gandhi as well. Even though this movie had a star-packed cast, including Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji, it was not a commercial success back in the day. However, ‘Hey Ram’ will always be considered one of the classic hits of Indian Film History, making it a must-watch!
