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National Film Award winner Randeep Hooda recalls overcoming challenges while shooting Swatantrya Veer Savarkar

National Film Award winner Randeep Hooda recalls overcoming challenges while shooting Swatantrya Veer Savarkar

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Actor Randeep Hooda won the National Film Award this year for the 2024 film Swatantrya Veer Savarkar. The biographical drama based on the life of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar faced a series of challenges before its release. In a statement after winning the award, Randeep recalls the shooting process and more. (Also Read: 72nd National Film Awards full list of winners: Kartik Aaryan, Yami Gautam, Mammootty win big; as does Article 370) Randeep Hooda in a still from his debut directorial, Swatantrya Veer Savarkar. Randeep Hooda on winning National Film Award for Swatantrya Veer Savarkar Randeep expressed happiness at winning a National Award, stating, “Being announced as the winner of the National Award for Best Debut Director for Swatantrya Veer Savarkar is a moment I’m still trying to process. This film asked more of me than anything I’ve ever done.” He then recalled how challenging shooting for Swatantrya Veer Savarkar was, “The journey of this film was filled with challenges at every juncture, but I’m glad we saw it through and overcame each of those. And …

Randeep Hooda on winning National award for best debut director for Swatantryaveer Savarkar: I gave it all I had

Randeep Hooda on winning National award for best debut director for Swatantryaveer Savarkar: I gave it all I had

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Actor-filmmaker Randeep Hooda has won the National Award for Best Debut Director for his historical biopic Swatantryaveer Savarkar. The actor, who made his directorial debut with the film and also served as its lead actor and co-writer, expressed gratitude for the recognition, calling it a moment he is still trying to process. Randeep on winning best debut director for Swatantryaveer Savarkar: I gave it all I had Reflecting on the journey of making the film and the challenges that came along the way, Randeep says, “Being announced as the winner of the National Award for Best Debut Director for Swatantryaveer Savarkar is a moment I’m still trying to process. This film asked more of me than anything I’ve ever done.” He adds: “The journey of this film was filled with challenges at every juncture, but I’m glad we saw it through and overcame each of those. And despite that, somehow we kept finding the strength to move forward.” Speaking about his experience of taking on multiple responsibilities as an actor, co-writer and first-time director, Hooda …

PM Modi remembers Veer Savarkar, praises his sacrifice and nationalism

PM Modi remembers Veer Savarkar, praises his sacrifice and nationalism

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday remembered Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary and said that his courage and patriotism will always inspire people. PM Modi Shares Message on X PM Modi took to the social media platform X and said, “Remembering Veer Savarkar on his Jayanti. His courage and patriotism will always inspire people. His intellect and emphasis on social reform are also noteworthy.” PM Modi Recalls Savarkar’s Sacrifice and Determination PM Modi also shared a video in which he can be heard saying, “Today, on May 28, is the birth anniversary of freedom fighter Veer Savarkar. His sacrifice, courage, and determination continue to inspire us. Savarkar’s personality was full of unique qualities. He was a worshipper of both weapons and scriptures. He was also a powerful poet and social reformer who emphasised harmony and unity.” PM Modi Remembers Visit to Andaman Jail “I cannot forget the day when I visited the jail in Andaman where Veer Savarkar served his Kalapani sentence. Veer Savarkar’s personality was strong and expansive. His fearless and self-respecting nature …

PM Modi and other leaders pay tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary

PM Modi and other leaders pay tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his death anniversary, saying that the revolutionary leader`s life and contributions would continue to inspire generations in the service of the nation.  Savarkar, widely known as Veer Savarkar, wrote the book Hindutva in 1923, articulating the idea of Hindu nationalism. He played a prominent role in revolutionary activities against British rule and spent 27 years in the Cellular Jail. He later emerged as a significant figure in India`s freedom movement. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “On the anniversary of his passing, heartfelt salutations to the great revolutionary hero Veer Savarkar ji. He dedicated his entire life to freeing the nation from the shackles of slavery. His personality and deeds will continue to inspire every generation toward national service.” Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid tributes to Savarkar, referring to him as `Swatantryaveer` and describing him as “one of those heroes of the freedom struggle who fought against British rule for both political independence and cultural sovereignty at the …

PM Modi spotlights Marseille escape of 1910 at Macron meet| India News

PM Modi spotlights Marseille escape of 1910 at Macron meet| India News

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When Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on Tuesday, the Indian PM listed the late VD Savarkar and a “saga of bravery” as major historical links between the two countries, going back over 100 years. Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with French President Emmanuel Macron during a joint press meet in Mumbai on Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026. (Shashank Parade/PTI Photo) Referring to Savarkar with the honorific “Veer” (brave one), Modi mentioned an episode from the French city of Marseille. “Last year, (Macron) invited me to the AI ​​Action Committee Summit in France. At that time, we visited Marseille, France’s largest port and a major gateway to France and all of Europe. Marseille is the city from where our Indian soldiers set foot in Europe during World War 1. Their saga of bravery is still remembered in many parts of Europe,” Modi said. “And it is the same city where freedom fighter Veer Savarkar jumped into the sea to escape the British. His action symbolised his unwavering resolve for India’s independence. …

Randeep Hooda visits Cellular Jail, recalls shooting Swatantrya Veer Savarkar

Randeep Hooda visits Cellular Jail, recalls shooting Swatantrya Veer Savarkar

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Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda shared a series of pictures on his social media on Sunday as he visited Cellular Jail, where he shot his directorial debut, Swatantrya Veer Savarkar. Released in March 2024, Swatantrya Veer Savarkar revolved around the life of an Indian politician, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. It featured the actor in the titular role.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Randeep Hooda (@randeephooda) The 49-year-old actor penned a lengthy note on his Instagram handle as he shared the pictures. “Sri Vijayapuram (Port Blair). Cellular Jail. 115 years of Sagara Pran Tarmalala! To revisit the very Cellular Jail where Veer Savarkar once suffered, where I shot a major chunk of SwatantryaVeerSavarkar and to witness the unveiling of his statue in what was once dreaded Kaala Paani, feels deeply personal. History may remember slowly, but truth endures,” he wrote in the caption. “I was honoured to be present on this historic occasion, and humbled to receive recognition from …

Savarkar statue unveiled in Andaman as tribute to freedom struggle legacy

Savarkar statue unveiled in Andaman as tribute to freedom struggle legacy

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Vijaya Puram in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands was in celebratory mode on Friday, December 12, as an event marked 116 years of the timeless ode ‘Sagara Pran Talamalala…’. Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar’s statue was unveiled at Beodanabad by RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat, in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. “The Sagara Pran Talamalala… marks 116 years since Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar composed this iconic poem, with the waves of the sea as witness,” said Ameya Hete, a Mumbai-based businessman who conceptualised and organised the commemorative event and commissioned the statue. The salute Hete said, “The ceremony is a salute to the inspiring history of India’s freedom struggle. We need to kindle the spark of patriotism in the hearts of future generations.” Speaking about the statue, he added, “I always dreamt of installing a statue of Savarkar at a place where it is most apt. When one thinks of Savarkar, one thinks of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Currently, there is a small statue of him outside the Cellular Jail, and another …

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor refuses award named after VD Savarkar

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor refuses award named after VD Savarkar

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Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday categorically stated that he would not accept an award named after VD Savarkar, nor attend a related event, even as a senior party colleague wanted the Congress MP to not accept any honour named after the ideologue whom he claimed “bowed before the British”. Tharoor said that he will not accept the “Veer Savarkar Award” and also won’t attend the event where it will be presented in the absence of clarifications about its nature or the organisation presenting it. Tharoor, the MP from Thiruvananthapuram, also said that “it was irresponsible on the part of the organisers to announce my name without my having agreed to receive it”. Following Tharoor’s statement, Aji Krishnan, the secretary of the Highrange Rural Development Society (HRDS) India which is presenting the award, told a TV channel that the Congress MP was informed about the matter well in advance. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. …

CD found blank during Rahul Gandhi’s Savarkar defamation case, request to play YouTube video denied

CD found blank during Rahul Gandhi’s Savarkar defamation case, request to play YouTube video denied

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While hearing a defamation case against the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, a Pune court rejected a request to play a YouTube video after a CD, which was submitted as the main evidence and had been played earlier before a different judge as per the complainant, was found to be blank. The case pertains to Rahul Gandhi’s alleged 2023 defamatory speech about Hindu ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.(AICC/ANI) The case pertains to Rahul Gandhi’s alleged 2023 defamatory speech about Hindu ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Judicial Magistrate (First Class) Amol Shinde is hearing the case against the Congress leader after a complaint was filed by Satyaki Savarkar, who is Savarkar’s grand-nephew. ‘Blank CD’ as evidence On November 14, during Satyaki’s examination-in-chief, which is the first round of questioning by the complainant or prosecution, the CD containing the video of the alleged defamatory speech made by Rahul Gandhi in London in 2023 could not be played after it was found to have no data. On Thursday, Satyaki requested to run an additional CD provided to …

PM Modi pays tribute to Savarkar on his birth anniversary: ‘Grateful nation can never forget his courage and struggle’

PM Modi pays tribute to Savarkar on his birth anniversary: ‘Grateful nation can never forget his courage and struggle’

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A hero to Hindu nationalists, he is credited with developing the political framework of Hindutva and was a prolific author and poet. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tributes to Hindutva icon Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his birth anniversary, saying a grateful nation can never forget the saga of his indomitable courage and struggle. He also called Savarkar “a true son of Mother India”. PM Modi said even the harshest torture from the colonial British power could not dent his dedication to the motherland, and that his sacrifices and commitment will serve as a beacon for the building of a developed India. True son of Mother India “Respectful tributes to Veer Savarkar ji, a true son of Mother India, on his birth anniversary. Even the harshest tortures of the foreign government could not shake his devotion towards the motherland. The grateful nation can never forget the saga of his indomitable courage and struggle in the freedom movement. His sacrifice and dedication for the country will continue to be a guide in the creation …