The challenge with historical films is that they can never be completely accurate. History is subjective; the same event can be seen from different perspectives depending on who is telling the story.
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Filmmakers often take creative liberties, sometimes omitting or altering facts to craft a more compelling narrative.
When Chhaava was released, Hindu extremists reacted strongly and began criticizing Mughal emperors after watching the film.
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Will Phule, a film about the trailblazing reformer Jyotiba Phule, face a similar fate?
Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa’s upcoming film, Phule, is set to release on April 11, 2025, marking the 197th birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
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Directed by Ananth Mahadevan, the film stars Pratik Gandhi as Mahatma Phule and Patralekhaa as his wife, Savitribai Phule.
It sheds light on the remarkable journey of these two visionaries, who dedicated their lives to fighting for equality and education in India.
Jyotirao Phule was an Indian social reformer, writer, and fierce advocate for marginalized communities, including poor labourers and women. He was also a vocal critic of the Hindu caste system.
His wife, Savitribai Phule, was a pioneer in women’s education. In 1848, she became India’s first female teacher and, alongside her husband, opened a school for girls, breaking societal norms.
Their contributions were monumental, and their impact is still felt today.
But will Phule resonate with the Maharashtrian audience, or will it be dismissed for historical inaccuracies? If the film challenges deeply ingrained beliefs or forces people to confront uncomfortable truths, it could face backlash and controversy.
In a time when creative expression is increasingly under threat, will this film find its place? Or will it, like many other thought-provoking films, be silenced and forgotten before it even has a chance to be seen?
