A total commitment to the subject is very important for a film maker. And Randeep Hooda has succeeded in doing so, through his directorial debut film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’. This film is a biopic on the brave freedom fighter of India- Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, who played an important role in India’s freedom struggle. Randeep has not only played the title role of the brave freedom fighter effectively, but has also impressed as a writer & director of this film .
The aim of the film maker is very clear. He has shown the real struggle of Veer Savarkar during India’s Independence movement. In every scene we see the injustice upon him and other young freedom fighters, we realise their love and sacrifice for the country and at the same time the conviction of Ranveer Hooda in presenting such emotion filled scenes.
The film reveals many facts from the Indian history, which were not known to all of us. For that Randeep Hooda and his research team should get due credit. Generally, Biopics of renowned personalities are counted in the category of documentaries. But Randeep Hooda has given a perfect look of a feature film filled with emotions and strategies to counter the injustice, which impresses the audience. No wonder the audience watch this film with total involvement for almost three hours.
In this film we find Veer Savarkar’s interactions with other legendary freedom fighters and his ideology which invites the attention at every important situation in this film. The most important scenes in Cellular Jail have been shot with perfection. Performances of the artistes and above all their selection for the respective characters is simply superb. Randeep Hooda in particular, has poured his heart and soul in making this memorable film. This was possible only because the image of Savarkar is imbibed in his heart. It is a perfect tribute from him through this film to the legendary freedom fighter. Technically, it is a well made film with perfection in set/ costume design, sound desion and background music. All in all, it is a must watch film for all those who love their country.
Rating ( ****1/2)