Underplayed Gems

His Story of Itihaas (2025)

His Story of Itihaas poster
Directed by
Manpreet Singh Dhami
Country
India
Rated
U/A 13+
Elsewhere
IMDb
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How it feels

A man challenges official historical narratives by presenting an alternative view based on a controversial book. The film follows his efforts to spread this perspective while facing opposition from political and academic circles.

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What happens

His Story of Itihaas is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language drama film written, directed, and produced by Manpreet Singh Dhami under Panchkarma Productions. Based on the book Brainwashed Republic: India's Controlled Systemic Deracination, the film predominantly employs Hindutva pseudohistorical narratives and identity politics. It features Subodh Bhave in the lead role, alongside Yogendra Tikku, and Ankur Vikal. The film was released theatrically across India on 30 May 2025. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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