Cast: Darshan Jariwala, Akshaye Khanna, Bhumika Chawla, Shefali Shah, Daniel Janks
Music: Piyush Kanojia
Producer: Anil Kapoor
Director & Writer: Feroz Khan
Gandhi My Father is a powerful study of the nature and sufferings of the patriarchal relationship between one of the world's most loved figures – ‘Mahatma' Gandhi - and his
misfortunate eldest son Harilal.
The film delves into a territory that has never before been visited by film, and will spark debate by bringing to light an unknown facet of the personal history of a man who
transformed the soul of a nation, but who could not save the soul of his own son.
Based on his thought-provoking play, Mahatma v/s Gandhi, veteran thespian of Indian theatre and cinema Feroz Khan has combined his unparalleled talents as a writer and
director with the production skills of fellow industry stalwart Anil Kapoor, to create the most affecting film of modern times.
Although inspired by the philosophies and teachings of one of the greatest men of the modern world, the groundbreaking Gandhi My Father is far from a biopic account or
portrayal of Gandhi's struggle towards India's independence.
Delving deep into the personal tragedy that Gandhi kept secret from the world, Feroz Khan's filmic tour de force focuses on the doomed relationship between a father
respected by an entire nation, but rebuked by a son who was disowned, and whose bitter end was the result of years of abject alcoholism.
Coming from a family that has been involved in the art of filmmaking for the past 50 years, actor Anil Kapoor has entered the realm of production with Gandhi My Father, and
brings thorough knowledge and wide experience to the craft.
He forays into independent production with his banner, Anil Kapoor Films Company, joining hands with the London-listed, leading integrated media and entertainment
Company Eros International, to bring to the audiences a story that gives fascinating insight into Gandhi's life; not so much as father of the nation, but as a father to his son,
Harilal.
Gandhi My Father is released and distributed worldwide by Eros International.
Friday, June 29, 2007 13:20 IST