Swatantra Veer Savarkar Story:-
Was Savarkar a devout patriot or a bomb thrower who incited violence? Accused and acquitted of multiple conspiracy theories, including Gandhi’s assassination, this biopic delves into the life of the fiery freedom fighter and his tumultuous journey. For years, Savarkar has been at the center of a political storm. This biopic aims to shed light on his perspective and narrative.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 22 March 2024 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Biography, Drama |
| Cast | Randeep Hooda, Mark Bennington, Amit Sial, Ankita Lokhande, Richard Bhakti Klein, Apinderdeep Singh, Russell Geoffrey Banks, Ed Robinson, NIck Nagmore… |
| Director | Mahesh Manjrekar |
| Writer | Randeep Hooda, Utkarsh Naithani, Rishi Virmani |
| Cinematography | Arvind Krishna |
| Music | Hitesh Modak, Shreyas Puranik |
| Producer | Anand Pandit, Sandeep Singh, Sam Khan, Yogesh Rahar |
| Production | Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, Legend Global Studio |
| Certificate | 16+ |
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, also known as Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, has long been a controversial figure in India’s freedom struggle due to his unwavering support for armed revolution, despite facing severe consequences. Enduring years of torture in the cellular jail, he bore the brunt of his ideological convictions, becoming embroiled in political controversies throughout his life.
Hailed by some for his bravery and criticized by others for his appeals to the British for clemency, the film offers a platform for Savarkar’s voice to be heard. His advocacy for ‘Hindutva’ prioritized nationhood over religious identity and condemned social evils such as casteism, hierarchy, superstition, and inequality. Randeep Hooda’s biopic on Savarkar fearlessly confronts the complexities of his legacy, aiming to restore the dignity and respect stripped from the writer-freedom fighter over the years.
Spanning decades from pre to post-independence eras, the film navigates through key events in Savarkar’s life without rushing. It highlights his family’s contributions to the freedom struggle, the formation of the secret society Abhinav Bharat, activities at India House, his alignment with the teachings of Bal Gangadhar Tilak, differences with Gandhi, and his steadfast opposition to slavery, injustice, and oppression. Given the magnitude of the story, this was a challenging narrative to tackle, but first-time director Randeep Hooda, who also portrays the titular role, delivers a compelling cinematic experience.
Tense, engaging, and unsettling, the film goes beyond a mere recounting of historical events. It delves deep into the psyche, morals, and implications of it all. Nothing remains superficial. Each frame carries its own narrative. Except for one song playing in the background during the second half, there’s no unnecessary emphasis on music to evoke patriotic sentiments. The dialogues are riveting, keeping the audience’s adrenaline pumping. The film is technically adept and immersive. It refrains from exploiting or glorifying Savarkar’s suffering in solitary confinement but instead, utilizes it as a powerful narrative tool. Certain scenes, like the interactions between Gandhi and Savarkar, linger in the viewer’s mind long after the film ends. The clash of ideologies is portrayed respectfully, without resorting to disrespect.
However, what stands out as a glaring flaw in an otherwise well-crafted film is the overt vilification of the Indian National Congress and Gandhi as minority and British sympathizers, respectively. Despite this, the film doesn’t advocate violence. Instead, it urges viewers to recognize the often-overlooked sacrifices of armed revolutionaries, overshadowed by the prominence of non-violent resistance.
Notably, Hooda’s remarkable physical transformation is just the surface of his portrayal. He depicts Savarkar as both heroic and vulnerable, a man who persisted against all odds despite enduring inhumane atrocities. While Gandhi was revered as a Mahatma, Savarkar grappled with the consequences of the violence he advocated for justice and freedom, wondering if it ultimately led to destruction. This biopic is polarizing yet potent, striving to vindicate Savarkar and present his side of the story.
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