On May 28, 2025, actor and filmmaker Randeep Hooda shared a message online to mark the 142nd birthday of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. His post was emotional and held political weight, showing his strong connection to the revolutionary leader. This tribute came more than a year after his debut film, Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, was released. Hooda not only directed and co-wrote the film but also played Savarkar in the lead role. In his post, Hooda said, "On Savarkar’s 142nd birthday, let’s honor the man who dreamed of a free and powerful India.

Portraying him and telling his story has been the most intense and humbling experience of my life. His idea of a strong, self-reliant nation is no longer just a dream — it’s coming true. Jai Hind." His words show his respect for Savarkar, a figure who sparks both admiration and controversy in India. While Savarkar was known for his fight against the British, he is also criticized for his Hindutva views and complex legacy involving religious nationalism and accusations of collaborating with the British. Hooda’s mention of Savarkar as a visionary today aligns with nationalist ideas that are gaining ground. His comments connect to the current push to shape history through movies and storytelling. The film, released on March 22, 2024, sparked many conversations in political and film circles.

People praised its bold performances but questioned how it portrayed history. Some scholars and critics worried the film made Savarkar’s ideas seem more positive than they really were. Hooda’s post arrives at a time when India is rethinking how it teaches and remembers its history. His statement about Savarkar’s vision says a lot about today’s changing views on nationalism, identity, and history. As India faces its past, voices like Hooda’s play a role in how future generations understand the fight for independence and those who led it.

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