PM Modi to watch Vikrant Massey starrer ‘The Sabarmati Report’ at 4 pm today
PM Modi is scheduled to watch the 'The Sabarmati Report,' starring Vikrant Massey at 4 pm today. The movie delves into the tragic events surrounding the Sabarmati Express incident of 2002.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will watch Vikrant Massey starrer ‘The Sabarmati Report’ movie at 4pm at Balyogi Auditorium in the national capital. The film is based on the burning of the S-6 coach of Sabarmati Express near Godhra station, Gujarat on February 27, 2002.
Last month, Modi endorsed the move produced by filmmaker Ektaa Kapoor. The movie that hit the screens on November 15, 2024 is based on the burning of the Sabarmati Express claiming 59 lives and the Godhra riots that followed in 2002. Modi was chief minister of Gujarat at the time of incident.
“Well said. It is good that this truth is coming out, and that too in a way common people can see it. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Eventually, the facts will always come out!,” Modi had said in a post on X on November 17.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is also expected to accompany Modi while watching the movie.
Massey's Last Movie
PM Modi will watch the movie a day after Massey announced his retirement from acting . The ‘12th Fail’ actor's unexpected announcement left his fans in shock. ‘The Sabarmati Report’ was among Massey's last movies.
“Hello, The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank each and every one of you for your indelible support. But as I move forward, I realise it’s time to recalibrate and go back home. As a Husband, Father & a Son. And also as an Actor. So, coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time. Until time deems right. Last 2 movies and many years of memories. Thank you again. For everything and everything in between. Forever indebted," Massey wrote on Instagram.
The film also stars Raashii Khanna and Ridhi Dogra in pivotal roles.
The movie performed decently on its first four days at the box office. The movie earned an estimated ₹7.45 crore India nett in the first four days, according to industry tracker Sacnilk. The movie witnessed maximum occupancy in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Bhopal, Jaipur and Bengaluru.
Amit Shah lauds the movie
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders have been praising the movie since its relase. Last month, Union Home Minister, Amit Shah also applauded the movie and said that the film exposes the lies and the misleading facts about the incident.
“Met the team of The Sabarmati Report and congratulated them for their courage to narrate the truth. The film exposes the lies and the misleading facts to unveil the truth that was suppressed for a long time to meet political interests. #SabarmatiReport,” Shah said in a post on X on November 22.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently attended a screening with the cast and lauded Vikrant Massey for his performance.
"Vikrant Massey and his team have made a commendable effort. On behalf of UP, I express my heartfelt gratitude. The people of this country deserve to know the truth behind actions that have fueled societal divisions. To promote the film further, we are making it tax-free in the state," Adityanath said.
Key Takeaways
- The film addresses a pivotal moment in Indian history, potentially influencing public perception.
- The screening by the Prime Minister indicates the government’s engagement with cultural narratives.
- Vikrant Massey’s performance is expected to draw attention to the film’s emotional and historical depth.
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First Published:2 Dec 2024, 11:43 AM IST
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