In an exclusive dialogue about her upcoming film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, actress Ankita Lokhande delves into the essence of portraying Yamunabai, the wife of the prominent freedom fighter Veer Savarkar. Under the guidance of actor and director Randeep Hooda, who also stars as Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, Lokhande brings to life the character with nuanced grace.
Set to grace cinema screens worldwide on the eve of Martyr’s Day, the film serves as a poignant tribute to those who laid down their lives for India’s independence. Hooda’s directorial venture ventures beyond the conventional boundaries of a biopic, immersing audiences in a bold narrative that revisits the armed struggle for Indian independence.
Lokhande shares that Hooda, with his exceptional directorial vision and acting prowess, was pivotal in shaping her portrayal. “Randeep helped me throughout the film to make me believe in Yamunabai. He imbued each character with depth and dimension, and his insights were invaluable in helping me understand Yamunabai on a profound level,” she said, recounting the collaborative experience.
Her performance, marked by a powerful subtlety, relies less on dialogue and more on expressive emotion. “The unique chemistry between Veer Savarkar and Yamunabai is beautifully captured through our scenes. Randeep’s approach was to convey meaning through my expressions, relying on eyes more than words, which I believe captures the beauty of my character,” Lokhande explains.
The anticipation surrounding ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ swelled with the trailer’s release on Monday, painting a vivid portrait of one of India’s most complex freedom fighters. With conviction, Randeep Hooda as Savarkar traverses the corridors of the Kaala Paani prison, narrating, “We have all read that India attained freedom through non-violence, but this is not that story.”
The poignant narrative traces Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’s arduous journey through the independence movement. The trailer also teases a historic encounter between Mahatma Gandhi and Savarkar, showcasing divergent visions for a free India. The film promises to shed light on the armed revolution, featuring the period’s influential leaders and martyrs, including Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Madanlal Dhingra, Bhagat Singh, and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ has been brought to fruition through the joint efforts of its producers Zee Studios, Anand Pandit, Sandeep Singh, Randeep Hooda, and Yogesh Rahar, with co-producers Roopa Pandit, Sam Khan, Anwar Ali, and Panchali Chakraborty at the helm. It stars a commendable ensemble including Randeep Hooda, Ankita Lokhande, and Amit Sial, and is scheduled for a bilingual release in Hindi and Marathi on the 22nd of March, 2024.
As the depiction of one of the most defining eras in Indian history unfolds on the silver screen, the artistry and ingenuity behind ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ promise to engage and enlighten audiences, offering a fresh perspective of the Indian struggle for independence.
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