Gandhi My Father

Gandhi My Father shows that Harilal is as human as the next man – materialistic and believer of instant karma who sadly failed to see the bigger picture his father always attempted to show. Time and again he makes serious... Full review

I was very impressed at both producer Anil Kapoor and director Feroz A. Khan for taking a chance by making this film which works both as a wonderful character study and a study of the relationship between M.K. Gandhi and... Full review

The movie took a new angle to Gandhi's life, which is nice to see and it shows how human he was. His relationship with Harilal is something that Gandhi was troubled by and mentioned it several times as his failure... Full review

Acting was superb. Akshay was amazing, great to see him in a non- comedic role. The actors who played Gandhi and his wife were great. The story is depressing, but its based on factual events.... Full review

It takes guts to make a movie on Gandhi in India ,in which he is not shown as a man who could do no wrong.This movie shows how a Mahatma failed to be a decent father(at least in the eyes... Full review

Its a beautiful movie. A story about a journey between a father and son. A father who is wants his son to love him and be there with him and a son who wants to create his own identity and not... Full review

In my opinion the director did a great job, instead of taking side, he placed the facts before you so that you can make up your own decisions. The dialogs b/w father and son show great don't leave you with one... Full review

Mahatma has been depicted as a man who neglected his own son in this movie. Don't get me wrong I am not condemning the movie; it is such a wonderful movie and walked out of the cinema with a lump... Full review

I would not like to comment on how good the movie was or what were the flaws as I am not a professional film critic and I do not have enough knowledge of making movies. What i do know is that... Full review

From very long, we are seeing movies on Gandhi. And mostly, the light is always on portrayal of Gandhi as freedom fighter or man with principles. But when I heard that a movie is being made which will highlight Gandhi... Full review

Gandhi My Father' claims special jury award for Best Film....Akshaye and Bhoomika as well as Darshan Jariwala as the Mahatma and Shefali Shah as Kasturba have turned in fine, restrained performances.....Daringly different film 'Gandhi My Father' is a highly emotional drama between Mahatma Gandhi and his wayward eldest son Harilal..... ... Full Review

David Macdonald's cinematography is superb.....Darshan Jariwala as Mahatma Gandhi is another great performance you carry home.....Akshaye Khanna is extraordinary in the role of Harilal Gandhi.....He reproduces facts without resorting to cinematic liberties and at the same time, simplifies everything.... ... Full Review

Completely dwarfed by his father's larger-than-life personae, the boy had no choice but to rebel against the Gandhi label which became the proverbial crown of thorns on his head. In the first place, it showcases Akshaye Khanna's acting skills as never before. ... Full Review

All these years Anil Kapoor didn't bother to attend the Cannes Film Festival and when he did visit the most famous film festival this year, there was a purpose behind it. He was there as a producer of his maiden production venture 'Gandhi My Father' which although can't be termed as a blockbuster or a super hit was well received and was a bold attempt in bringing out the odd relationship of Mahtma Gandhi with his eldest son Harilal Gandhi who always thought that it is his greatest disadvantage being born a ... Full Review

On the whole, Gandhi My Father is a treat for movie lovers. Darshan Jariwala as Mahatma Gandhi is another great performance you carry home. Bhumika Chawla is excellent. David Macdonald's cinematography is superb. ... Full Review

By Sapna Ranka Mumbai: Even though the 4 top awards at the 55th National Awards for the year 2007 were won by Malayalam cinema, Bollywood too had reasons to celebrate with Taare Zameen Pe and Gandhi My Father making their... ... Full Article

The results of the 55th National Awards for the year 2007 were announced yesterday and like always there were quite a few surprises in store. ... Full Article

'Gandhi My Father' would have been the ideal choice as India's entry to the Oscars last year and not 'Taare Zameen Par'. It is but obvious as 'Gandhi My Father' had already won an award for Best Screenplay at the... ... Full Article

Mumbai: The official ceremony for the announcement of the National Awards, 2007 has been delayed due to the sad demise of Andhra Pradesh CM, YS Reddy. ... Full Article

The 55th annual National Award winner's list has been announced. Established in 1954, this prestigious award is given to outstanding work in film not only in Hindi cinema but in all the film industries in India. ... Full Article

Meanwhile Akshaye too has been consistent by working in films that have allowed him to showcase his versatility as an actor. Movies like RACE, NAQAAB, GANDHI MY FATHER, SALAAM-E-ISHQ, AAP KI KHATIR and 36 CHINA TOWN are good enough examples... ... Full Article