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'Gandhi Talks': First Silent Film at IFFI Goa
29 Jan
Summary
- Gandhi Talks is the first silent film screened at IFFI Goa.
- A.R. Rahman composed the background score for the film.
- Vijay Sethupathi stated he is most expressive when not speaking.
The groundbreaking silent film 'Gandhi Talks,' produced by Zee Studios and directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar, achieved a historic milestone by being the first silent movie screened at the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on November 21.
This cinematic endeavor features a notable cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Aditi Rao Hydari, Arvind Swami, and Siddharth Jadhav. The film's unique background score was composed by the acclaimed A.R. Rahman.
Actor Vijay Sethupathi, who plays a pivotal role, commented on his experience, noting that his most expressive moments occur when he is not speaking. He highlighted the film's universal appeal, which bypasses language and cultural barriers due to its silent nature. He also mentioned that the film is set to release on January 30, 2026.
