''Gandhi Tatha Chettu'' is a 2024 Indian

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film written and directed by

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. The film features Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, Chakrapani Ananda and

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in lead roles. The film premiered at Minsk International Film Festival (Listapad) in November 2024 and at

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during the same month. It was released in

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on 24 January 2025.

Plot

The film tells the story of a 13-year-old girl named Gandhi, who is deeply influenced by her grandfather Ramachandrayya’s adherence to Mahatma Gandhi’s principles. When a spokesperson for a minister, Satish, attempts to persuade the villagers to sell their land for the construction of a chemical factory, Ramachandrayya refuses, valuing a cherished tree on his property. After his passing, Gandhi takes on the responsibility of protecting the tree and faces opposition from the villagers and Satish. The narrative follows her non-violent struggle to save the tree, embodying Gandhian ideals of peaceful resistance.

Cast

* Sukriti Veni Bandreddi as Gandhi *

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as Ramachandrayya, Gandhi's grandfather *

as Satish * Bhanu Prakash * Nehal Anand Kunkuma *

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Soundtrack

Release

''Gandhi Tatha Chettu'' premiered at Minsk International Film Festival (Listapad) in November 2024 and other film festivals. It was later released in movie theaters on 24 January 2025. It was released on

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and

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on 21 March 2025.

Reception

Sangeetha Devi Dundoo of ''

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'' gave a positive review with appreciation for direction and, performances of lead cast. BH Harsh of ''

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'' rated the film 3 out of 5 and wrote that "''Gandhi Tatha Chettu'' accomplishes just that, leaving us emotional with its simplicity and wholesomeness" with a particular praise for the actor Ananda Chakrapani. ''

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'' too gave the same rating and stated, "while its slow-burn approach requires patience, the moral takeaway and artistic execution make it worthwhile".

References

External links

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