Waheeda Rehman to play Gandhi’s mother in Sudhir Mishra’s film
Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman has been cast as Putlibai, the mother of Mohandas Gandhi, in an upcoming period film directed by Sudhir Mishra. The film, which stars Manoj Bajpayee, focuses on a specific 21-day period in Gandhi's life.
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The casting of a legendary actress in a significant historical role generates interest in Indian cinema's approach to historical storytelling.
Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has joined Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming film on Mohandas Gandhi. Known for starring in classics like Guide , Pyaasa , Kaagaz Ke Phool , Teesri Kasam , and Khamoshi , the veteran actor will play the role of Gandhi’s mother, Putlibai, in the period film which features Manoj Bajpayee playing the freedom fighter.
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