“Took it upon myself to tell the real story of our unsung hero, Veer Savarkar” says Randeep Hooda
New Delhi, November 22, 2024.
The team behind the biographical drama Swatantrya Veer Savarkar interacted with the media at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), where the film was showcased as the opening feature of the Indian Panorama section. The event offered a platform to reflect on the film’s creative journey and its historical significance.
Actor Randeep Hooda who played the titular role of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar and directed the film, likened the production challenges to the struggles faced by Veer Savarkar during India's freedom struggle. Interacting with the media, he said that he had to take it upon himself to put the real story of our unsung hero, Veer Savarkar, in the public discourse. He also added, "Savarkar always wanted India to be militarily strong....