Sardar(1993)
Sardar is a 1993 Indian biographical drama film in Hindi directed by Ketan Mehta. It stars Paresh Rawal as Vallabhbhai Patel, with Tom Alter, Deepika Amin, and Riju Bajaj in supporting roles. The film chronicles Patel's transformation from a successful lawyer into a key leader of India's independence movement. It covers his role in the Bardoli Satyagraha, his imprisonment during the Quit India Movement, and his efforts to unite 565 princely states after partition. The narrative focuses on Patel's pragmatic approach to politics and his complex relationship with Mahatma Gandhi. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration. It was released in 1993 and is available on streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1993
- Director
- Ketan Mehta
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 50m
- Rating
- 5.2/10
Storyline
Vallabhbhai Patel is a respected lawyer who joins Mahatma Gandhi's fight for Indian freedom. He faces British oppression, imprisonment, and personal loss. After independence, he must convince or force 565 princely states to join the new nation of India. His iron will and practical mind shape the country's future.
“The man who built a nation”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Sardar
Cast reunions in this film: Paresh Rawal & Satish Kaushik (12 films together), Satish Kaushik & Annu Kapoor (7 films together), Paresh Rawal & Annu Kapoor (6 films together), Paresh Rawal & Ketan Mehta (6 films together), Vidhya & Paresh Rawal (4 films together), and Vidhya & Satish Kaushik (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally planned as a television series but was later expanded into a feature film.
- Paresh Rawal, known for comic roles, was cast as Sardar Patel after extensive screen tests and research.
- The film's script was written by Vijay Tendulkar, a famous playwright known for hard-hitting social dramas.
- It was shot in many real locations linked to Patel's life, including his hometown in Gujarat.
- The movie did not perform well at the box office despite its big budget and historical importance.
- Ketan Mehta faced challenges getting funding for the project due to its serious political subject.
- The film includes rare archival footage from India's freedom struggle blended with the story.