Gandhi, My Father (2007) movie poster

Gandhi, My Father

2007 · 136 min · Director: Feroz Abbas Khan

Gandhi, My Father (2007) is a historical film, directed by Feroz Abbas Khan. It stars Akshaye Khanna and Darshan Jariwala. It brings a real-life story to the screen. The 136-minute film holds an audience score of 5.6/10.

What Gandhi, My Father Is About

The film tells the life of Harilal, the eldest son of Mahatma Gandhi. Harilal can find no place for himself under his father’s shadow. The measures the father set in public life hold at home as well, and the son does not fit inside them. The distance between them widens over the years. Harilal is thrown off course and takes refuge in drink. The film does not sit in judgement on Gandhi, nor does it excuse his son. It tells the break between the two as a family story. The hundred and thirty six minutes are spread over many years. Akshaye Khanna and Darshan Jariwala take the leads, with Shefali Shah also in the cast. Feroz Abbas Khan’s Indian film was completed in 2007.

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What is Gandhi, My Father about?

The film tells the life of Harilal, the eldest son of Mahatma Gandhi. Harilal can find no place for himself under his father’s shadow.

Where can I watch Gandhi, My Father?

Gandhi, My Father is available to watch on digital platforms such as Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Gandhi, My Father?

Gandhi, My Father runs for 136 minutes (2h 16m).

When did Gandhi, My Father come out?

Gandhi, My Father was released in 2007.

Who directed Gandhi, My Father?

Gandhi, My Father was directed by Feroz Abbas Khan.

Who stars in Gandhi, My Father?

Gandhi, My Father stars Akshaye Khanna, Darshan Jariwala, Bhumika Chawla, Shefali Shah.

What is Gandhi, My Father's rating?

Gandhi, My Father holds 7.3/10 on IMDb and 5.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.

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