Anna(2016)
Anna (2016) is a Hindi biographical film directed and written by Shashank Udapurkar. It stars Shashank Udapurkar as the lead, portraying the life of social activist Kisan Baburao Hazare, popularly known as Anna Hazare. The film traces his journey from a soldier in the Indian Army to a grassroots activist fighting corruption in rural Maharashtra. It depicts his hunger strikes and the nationwide movement that forced the government to introduce the Lokpal Bill. The film is notable for its focus on a real-life figure who inspired millions. It was released in 2016 and is available on select streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Eros Now, Epicon
- Theatrical Release
- 14 October 2016
- Director
- Shashank Udapurkar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
A former soldier returns to his drought-stricken village. He sees corruption everywhere. He decides to fight back. His hunger strike sparks a national movement. Can one honest man change a broken system?
“One man. One fight. A nation's hope.”
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Trivia
- The film was shot in just 18 days, a very short schedule for a biopic.
- Director Shashank Udapurkar also played the lead role of Anna Hazare.
- It was partly shot in Ralegan Siddhi, the real village where Anna Hazare lives.
- The film's release was delayed for over a year after its completion.
- It features a cameo by actor Anupam Kher in a supporting role.
- The movie highlights Hazare's 2011 anti-corruption movement, a major national event.
- It performed poorly at the box office despite the subject's popularity.