Indian storytelling is stepping onto the global stage in a powerful way. Acclaimed director Hansal Mehta’s new series Gandhi, starring Pratik Gandhi in the titular role, is set to make history as the first Indian series ever selected for the Primetime slate at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
🔍 Key Highlights:
Premiere Dates: TIFF 2025 runs from September 4 to 14, marking its 50th edition.
Lead Actor: Pratik Gandhi, known for Scam 1992, transforms into Mahatma Gandhi in this ambitious biographical series.
Director & Producer: Directed by Hansal Mehta and produced by Applause Entertainment.
Music: Composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman, who also shared the premiere news on social media.
Source Material: Based on Ramachandra Guha’s acclaimed biographies Gandhi Before India and Gandhi: The Years That Changed the World.
Supporting Cast: Includes Bhamini Oza as Kasturba Gandhi, adding emotional depth to the narrative.
🌍 Why It Matters:
This selection at TIFF’s prestigious Primetime slate is more than a festival milestone—it’s a cultural moment. It reflects the growing global recognition of Indian narratives and the universal relevance of Gandhi’s legacy.
Hansal Mehta described the premiere as “an audacious dream, born of belief and perseverance,” and hopes it opens doors for more Indian series on the world stage.
