Gandhi My Father
“The greatest regret of my life…
Two people I could never convince --
My Muslim friend Mohammed Ali Jinnah and
My own son Harilal Gandhi.”
--
Mahatma Gandhi
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Tagline : one family's tragedy was the price of a nation's freedom
Year of Release : 2007
Release Date : 3 August 2007
Genre : Drama
Banner : Anil Kapoor Film Company
Producer : Anil Kapoor
Associate Producer : Anil Gupta
Director : Feroz Abbas Khan
Star Cast : Akshaye Khanna, Bhoomika Chawla, Shefali Shah, Darshan Jariwala, Daniel Janks
Synopsis
Gandhi My Father is a story about the father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi and the relations of his with his eldest son, Hiralal gandhi. While celebrated as the father of the nation all over India and a man larger than life for his principles, this film brings out a new dimension in how we view Gandhi. It highlights the tension in the relationship between Gandhi and Hiralal who was disowned by him, and whose bitter end was the result of years of abject alcoholism.
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.
Professional Takes
Originally Posted by Taran Adarsh (IndiaFM)
GANDHI MY FATHER leaves an indelible impression on the viewer. Since the story of Harilal is not known to many, you absorb every incident like a sponge absorbs water. It's an enlightening experience… and also a moving one. Your heart goes out to Harilal and his plight, more so towards the sunset of his life, makes you moist-eyed.
GANDHI MY FATHER tells a story not told before and director Feroz Abbas Khan tells it very well. Put your hands together for one of the finest films to come out of India. This one deserves to be the official entry for the Oscars.
To sum up, GANDHI MY FATHER is a must watch for every Indian. Strongly recommended!
Originally Posted by Syed Firdaus Ashraf (Rediff.com)
With Gandhi My Father Anil Kapoor, has touched a subject that no Bollywood producer would have dared to.
The film is a brave attempt and director Feroz Abbas Khan has tried to bring out the complicated relationship between the Father of the Nation Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and his eldest son, Harilal.
The film works because of the wonderful performances from the four lead actors: Darshan Jhaveri as Mahatma Gandhi [Images], Akshaye Khanna as Harilal, Shefali Shah as Kasturba Gandhi [Images] and Bhoomika Chawla as Harilal's wife Gulab.
Overall, the film has its share of gut-wrenching moments at the plight of a son with 'Gandhi' attached to his name. The film is worth a watch for its brave attempt to paint another picture of the Mahatma, not found in our history books.
Gandhi, My Father
Oh btw, Anil Kapoor Films company..?? 
What kinda cheezy name is that..
