Sudhir Mishra Begins Filming Gandhi Biopic Starring Manoj Bajpayee in Lucknow
Filming has begun in Lucknow for Sudhir Mishra's upcoming feature, Gandhi and My Mother, starring Manoj Bajpayee as Mahatma Gandhi. The film focuses on a pivotal 21-day period during India's independence, exploring Gandhi's decisions and their contemporary perception. Bajpayee has prepared extensively for the role, including significant weight loss. The production emphasizes authentic 1940s settings, with support from producer Anubhav Sinha. The shoot will continue through October, with the final title yet to be confirmed.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 31/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 5 Sept, 01:50 pm. Other outlets followed.