Gandhi And My Mother First Look Out: On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti (2 October 2026), the makers of Gandhi and My Mother unveiled the first-look stills of director Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming period biopic.
Featuring Manoj Bajpayee in a remarkable physical transformation as Mahatma Gandhi and veteran actor Waheeda Rehman as his mother, Putlibai, the film explores a deeply personal, 21-day passage from India's independence era.
All About Gandhi And My Mother Movie
Film Title | Gandhi and My Mother |
Director | Sudhir Mishra |
Producers | Narendra Hirawat (NH Studioz) & Anubhav Sinha (Benaras Mediaworks) |
Lead Cast | Manoj Bajpayee (Mahatma Gandhi), Waheeda Rehman (Putlibai) |
Supporting Cast | Divya Dutta, Saurabh Shukla |
Time Period Focus | 21-day passage during India's independence movement |
Primary Theme | Personal relationships, intimate family dynamics, and human struggles |
Manoj Bajpayee And Waheeda Rehman As Lead Casts
The newly released first-look pictures showcase Manoj Bajpayee under heavy prosthetics and makeup, making him almost unrecognisable in his portrayal of the historical icon. The project marks Waheeda Rehman’s return to feature film acting following 2021's Skater Girl.
I'm making a film on Gandhi . About a time in his life that few understand but I am not a hagiographer, nor am I making this film simply because my mother told me to. Gandhi was a man who could not leave himself alone. He listened to his critics: not as a courtesy, but as a man… pic.twitter.com/kT9A9oKQgq
— Sudhir Mishra (@IAmSudhirMishra) October 2, 2026
The production reunites Bajpayee with actor Saurabh Shukla after their memorable collaborations on Satya (1998) and Aarakshan (2011). Additionally, the project pairs Bajpayee with Divya Dutta once again following their work in Last Man in Tower.
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Gandhi And My Mother Plot
Rather than focusing solely on well-documented political milestones, Sudhir Mishra's directorial effort focuses on the emotional bonds, internal struggles, and familial relationships surrounding Mahatma Gandhi. Jointly produced by Narendra Hirawat’s NH Studioz and Anubhav Sinha’s Benaras Mediaworks, the narrative explores a concise 21-day window that provides fresh insights into the man behind the historical figure.
FAQs
Q1: Who plays Mahatma Gandhi in Gandhi and My Mother?
A: Manoj Bajpayee plays the role of Mahatma Gandhi in the film.
Q2: Who is directing Gandhi and My Mother?
A: The period drama is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sudhir Mishra.