Every year on October 2, we observe Gandhi Jayanti, remembering the unparalleled legacy of the great Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Revered as the Father of the Nation, Gandhi was a key figure in India's fight for independence. Born in 1869 in Porbandar, Gujarat, Gandhi championed the idea of Ahimsa (non-violence), which became a guiding light for India's freedom from British rule. He was bestowed with the title of 'Mahatma' by noble laureate Rabindranath Tagore for his contributions to India's non-violent resistance against British colonial rule. Gandhi Jayanti 2024 Holiday Date in India: Know History, Significance and Celebrations Around 155th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Filmmakers have always been inspired by India's freedom struggle, and several films on this topic have been made across various industries. Their favourite subject, however, remains Gandhi due to his remarkable and inspiring journey. On his 155th birth anniversary, here's a look at some films about Bapu's life and journey that you can watch as you celebrate Gandhi Jayanti.

1. ‘The Making of Mahatma Gandhi’ (1996)

The 1996 movie, helmed by legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal, was a joint production of India and Africa. Starring Rajit Kapur, it focuses on Gandhi's days in South Africa as a young lawyer and beautifully showcases his transition to the 'Mahatma' that we call him today. The Making of Mahatma Gandhi is based on Fatima Meer's book The Apprenticeship of a Mahatma. The movie is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

2. ‘Gandhi My Father’ (2007)

The 2007 biographical film by Feroz Abbas Khan stars Darshan Jariwala, Akshaye Khanna, Shefali Shah, and Bhumika Chawla in key roles. Based on the biography Harilal Gandhi: A Life by Chandulal Bhagubhai Dalal, the movie follows the father-son story, with Jariwala playing Mahatma Gandhi and Khanna portraying his son Harilal. The movie is available on Amazon Prime Video and Zee5.

3. ‘Gandhi’ (1982)

The 1982 biographical film by Sir Richard Attenborough is arguably the most popular Gandhi movie to date. Featuring Hollywood star Ben Kingsley as Mahatma Gandhi, the movie beautifully covers Bapu's entire life and journey, from his barrister days in South Africa to achieving freedom and his tragic assassination. Gandhi was a joint production between India and the UK. The movie went on to win eight Academy Awards, including Best Actor and Best Picture. The movie is streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Gandhi Movie: How to Watch Richard Attenborough's Mahatma Gandhi Biopic Online; All You Need to Know About Ben Kingsley's Oscar-Winning 1982 Film.

Several more movies cover incidents from Gandhi's life from different perspectives, such as Kamal Haasan and Shah Rukh Khan's Hey Ram and Mark Robson's 1966 film Nine Hours to Rama. As we celebrate the great man on his special day, let us help spread his message of unity, non-violence, and peace throughout the world.

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