Anand Mahindra praises Vicky Kaushal’s upcoming film ‘Sam Bahadur’

Meghana Gulzar’s film “Sam Bahadur” was released in theaters on Friday. The movie, which is based on the life of India’s first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, has received positive feedback from both critics and audiences. One notable response came from industrialist Anand Mahindra, who praised the biopic and Vicky Kaushal’s performance in the lead role.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Mahindra highlighted the importance of movies that tell the stories of national heroes, particularly soldiers and narratives of leadership and courage. He believed that such films create a virtuous cycle that boosts the pride and self-belief of people, leading to the emergence of more heroes. Mahindra drew comparisons with Hollywood, which has been known for creating this virtuous cycle for over a century.

Mahindra expressed his gratitude to producer Ronnie Screvala for making movies like “Sam Bahadur” and commended Vicky Kaushal for his transformation into the character of Sam Bahadur. He acknowledged that the film may not be flawless but praised Kaushal’s goosebump-raising and award-winning portrayal of the authentic Indian hero.

“Sam Bahadur” is a biopic about Sam Manekshaw, who served as Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. He was also the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of field marshal. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film has received positive reviews for its balance between ambition and restraint, with Vicky Kaushal’s performance being a standout aspect.

Overall, “Sam Bahadur” has gained attention for its portrayal of a national hero and has been praised by Anand Mahindra for its contribution to the virtuous cycle of storytelling about heroes.