Randeep Hooda receives The Swatantra Veer Savarkar Award, says, 'made the movie in anger'

In his speech, Hooda mentioned that he felt incredibly fortunate to have been chosen to portray Savarkar. He expressed a sense of personal connection to the role, stating that he saw it as a divine opportunity to highlight Savarkar’s impact on India’s freedom struggle.

On the occasion of the 141st birth anniversary of Swatantryaveer Savarkar, a prestigious award ceremony was held in Mumbai to honor the contributions of this great freedom fighter. Randeep Hooda, a renowned actor, was chosen as the recipient of the Swatantryaveer Savarkar Award for his outstanding portrayal of Savarkar in a recent film.

During the award ceremony, Randeep Hooda delivered an emotional speech, expressing his deep respect and admiration for Savarkar. He shared that when he first considered making a movie about Swatantryaveer Savarkar, he knew little about the revolutionary's life and contributions. It was only after extensive reading and research that Hooda realised the immense sacrifice and resilience of Savarkar. He emphasised that this newfound understanding drove him to lose weight and undergo a physical transformation to authentically portray the character.

Hooda revealed that his motivation to make the film stemmed from a sense of anger and a desire to bring Savarkar’s story to a wider audience. He questioned why Savarkar’s life and sacrifices were not more widely recognized and appreciated. This sense of injustice inspired him to ensure that Savarkar’s ideology and contributions were brought to the forefront through cinema. Hooda's dedication to accurately representing Savarkar’s life aimed to educate the public and honor the legacy of this unsung hero.

In his speech, Hooda mentioned that he felt incredibly fortunate to have been chosen to portray Savarkar. He expressed a sense of personal connection to the role, stating that he saw it as a divine opportunity to highlight Savarkar’s impact on India’s freedom struggle. Hooda’s commitment to the role was evident in his physical and emotional preparation, aiming to do justice to the revolutionary’s legacy.

Randeep Hooda has been awarded the Swatantryaveer Savarkar Award for his portrayal of the revolutionary in a recent biopic. The film, titled 'Swatantryaveer Savarkar,' highlights the life of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, an unsung hero of India's freedom struggle. Hooda shared that making this film stemmed from his anger and a desire to bring Savarkar’s story to light. The movie, now available on ZEE5, allows audiences to witness the revolutionary’s journey and his vision for India. The premiere coincided with Savarkar’s 141st birth anniversary on May 28, providing a fitting tribute to his legacy.