Satyagraha is a story of today’s India
Satyagraha, directed by Prakash Jha, is a socially relevant political thriller. Here are excerpts of a conversation with the leading men from the movie.
AMITABH BACHCHAN: Satyagraha to me comprises the combination of two words — ‘satya’ and ‘agraha’ — which means ‘truth’ and ‘request’. When you shall ask for something riding on the basics of truth, it shall be granted. The principles of truth, incorporated in the mass movements of one is ready to accept just any-Gandhiji, are living examples thing the government says. of victory. That is the learn- People are ready to stand up to ing of a lifetime, indeed sev- the authorities. They are willeral lifetimes! ing to do anything and not sit AJAY DEVGN: I decided to do quietly. That’s what this film because it connects Satyagraha is all about.
with the masses, the classes ARJUN RAMPAL: and today’s youth. Today, no Satyagraha reflects the current mood of our nation. Reflecting the sentiment of every Indian, this film is inspired by the actions of young Indians. I do hope it gives them direction and a lot of positivity.
MANOJ BAJPAYEE: It has entertainment value, but at the same time, does not compromise on integrity or the storytelling.
Satyagraha, produced by UTV Motion Pictures and Prakash Jha Productions, releases today.
Ajay Devgn, Arjun Rampal, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prakash Jha, Amitabh Bachchan, Amrita Rao and Manoj Bajpayee
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