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Mahatma Gandhi’s great-grandson, Tushar Gandhi, took to Twitter to share a touching message about Ae Watan Mere Watan. The movie tells the story of Usha Mehta, a freedom fighter who played a crucial role in India’s independence struggle. Gandhi’s tweet, hinting at a personal connection, describes the film’s ability to bring history to life. Is this a movie that will rewrite how we view India’s past? Read further.
Ae Watan Mere Watan highlights an often-overlooked chapter in Indian history. The film focuses on the sacrifices made during the crucial Independence War of 1947, a struggle that stretches back far beyond 1857. Countless heroes fought tirelessly for India’s freedom, and many of their names were lost to time.
Usha Mehta: A Voice for Freedom
Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment, led by Apoorva Mehta and Somen Mishra, decided to bring the story of an unsung hero from the unheard tales of history in Ae Watan Mere Watan. The film tells the story of Usha Mehta, played by Sara Ali Khan. At just 22 years old, Mehta defied the odds by establishing the Congress Radio. This clandestine station broadcasted messages of hope and defiance during a critical time when the British government outlawed the Congress party and imprisoned its leaders. Through the voices of these leaders, Usha Mehta used the radio to unite a nation yearning for freedom.
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