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Phule Story :-

“Portraying the life of Jyotirao Phule (Pratik Gandhi), a distinguished Indian social activist, entrepreneur, writer, and leading anti-caste reformer hailing from 19th-century Maharashtra.”

Phule Release Date, Trailor, Songs, Cast :-

Release Date	25 April 2025
Language	Hindi
Genre	Biography, Drama
Duration	2h 9min
Cast	Pratik Gandhi, Patralekhaa Paul, Alexx O’Nell, Vishal Arjun, Richard Bhakti Klein, Sushil Pandey, Krisheka Patel, Jeet Raidutt, Vishal Tiwari
Director	Anant Mahadevan
Writer	Anant Mahadevan
Music	Rohan Rohan
Producer	Pranay Chokshi, Suunil Jaiin, Anuya Chauhan Kudecha, Ritesh Kudecha
Production	Dancing Shiva Productions, Kingsmen productions
Certificate	13+

Phule Review :-

‘Phule’ is, in many ways, a fearless film that shines a light on the harsh and often overlooked realities of 19th-century Indian society under British colonial rule. It captures a time when education for girls was nearly unheard of, widows lived under oppressive social norms, and the Dalit community endured systemic abuse at the hands of upper-caste Brahmins. Rather than resorting to melodrama, this biographical drama maintains a grounded, understated tone. Director Ananth Narayan Mahadevan offers a thoughtful and steady hand, portraying the transformative work of Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule with quiet conviction. The result is a respectful and poignant homage to two of India’s earliest and most fearless champions of social justice.

The story opens in 1897, amid a devastating outbreak of the bubonic plague in Pune, which triggers a mass exodus and ultimately claims the life of Savitribai Phule (Patralekhaa). From this moment of loss, the narrative rewinds to her formative years as an inquisitive young girl, educated by her progressive husband, Jyotiba Phule (Pratik Gandhi). Witnessing the entrenched caste-based injustices in his village, Jyotiba comes to believe that education—especially for girls—is the cornerstone of societal reform. He begins teaching children from marginalized communities, including young girls, but their bold initiative draws severe backlash. Upper-caste Brahmins respond with violence and vandalism, and even Jyotiba’s own father, Govindrao (Vinay Pathak), denounces his actions. Resolute in his mission, Jyotiba parts ways with his family and, with the support of his friend Usman Sheikh and Usman’s sister Fatima, forges ahead. Their movement soon expands to address the plight of widows. Though the British administration recognizes their efforts, it offers no funding. Undaunted, Jyotiba sells his share of the family estate to sustain their work. As their influence grows, so does the hostility of orthodox elements, culminating in legal battles aimed at halting their reformist crusade.

Pratik Gandhi delivers a restrained yet deeply compelling performance as Jyotiba Phule, embodying the reformer’s quiet conviction with sincerity and grace. Vinay Pathak leaves a lasting impression as Jyotiba’s traditionalist father, making the most of his limited screen time. Joy Sengupta convincingly portrays the upper-caste antagonist, adding tension with a grounded presence. However, it is Patralekhaa who truly stands out—her portrayal of Savitribai is both powerful and nuanced, capturing the strength, empathy, and unwavering spirit of a trailblazing reformer. Visually, the film is just as evocative, with cinematography that authentically recreates the look and feel of 19th-century Maharashtra, immersing viewers in the period with rich detail and atmosphere.

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Final Thought

What makes Phule particularly gripping is its quiet, understated approach to storytelling. Eschewing melodrama, the film unfolds with a natural, lived-in rhythm that enhances its emotional resonance. Moments like upper-caste Brahmins stepping aside to avoid Jyotiba’s shadow or the courtroom scene where he pointedly questions a lawyer about his barber are subtle yet impactful, speaking volumes without overt dramatics. The film effectively honors the monumental contributions of both Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule in transforming Indian society. In fact, given Savitribai’s equally vital role, one could argue that a more fitting title might have been Phules, as her presence and influence stand shoulder to shoulder with her husband’s.