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Rahul Bhat becomes Sanjay Gandhi
31 Mar
Summary
- Rahul Bhat to portray Sanjay Gandhi in Summer of 76.
- Bhat studied archival footage to embody Gandhi.
- Actor recalls meeting Gandhi as a child.
Actor Rahul Bhat is preparing to embody the complex figure of Sanjay Gandhi in the upcoming political drama 'Summer of 76'.
Bhat was drawn to Gandhi's intense personality, ambition, and conviction at a young age. He focused on the human psychology of a powerful young man rather than political labels. His research included archival footage, photographs, interviews, and written accounts to understand Gandhi's demeanor and presence.
Adding a personal layer to his preparation, Bhat recalled a childhood memory of meeting Sanjay Gandhi, even sitting on his lap as a boy. His uncle, AK Bhat, had a close association with Gandhi, allowing Bhat to see him around during his childhood.
Bhat's recent role in Anurag Kashyap's 'Kennedy' also garnered praise. He selects projects based on their craft and characters that allow exploration of human behavior's darker, complicated aspects. 'Kennedy' particularly resonated with him for its internal character depth and need for stillness and emotional control.
