Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar was an extraordinary social reformer who always put his people and country first. He was also a political leader who chaired the committee that drafted the Constitution of India. On Ambedkar Jayanti, lets have a look at five movies that enlightened the life and motto of the unforgotten hero.
1. Bal Bhimrao
The Marathi biographical drama depicts the life of the younger days of Ambedkar and the fire in him to bring in a change in the society. It shows how his ahead-of-time thoughts led him to become a Dalit leader.The film stars Mohan Joshi, Vikram Gokhale, Kishori Shahane Vij, and Prema Kiran in prominent roles.
2. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
This feature film directed by Jabbar Patel had Mammootty play the titular role as Dr. Ambedkar. The film showcases his time at Columbia University and what inspired him to be a vital part of India's freedom struggle. The film covers many more aspects of his life.
The film, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, won several awards, including the National Award.
3. Ramabai Bhimrao Ambedkar
In 2011, Prakash Jadhav's Marathi film, Ramabai Bhimrao Ambedkar, focused on the political leader's wife, Ramabai Ambedkar. It features Nisha Parulekar, Ganesh Jethe, Dashrath Hatiskar, and Snehal Velankar.
The film narrates the story of how Ramabai constantly stood by him and motivated him to uplift the needy class of the society. Knowingly or unknowingly, her thoughts and vision also became a big part of the freedom struggle.
4. Bhim Garjana
The 1989 Marathi film directed by Sudhakar Waghmare featured Krishnanand and Pratima Devi in leading roles. The film narrates the story of Ambedkar's vision of how the future India should look and the thoughts he had while drafting the Indian constitution.
5. Jai Bhim
What happens when a poor tribal man, who was falsely accused of robbery, goes missing from police custody? South superstar Suriya plays the lead role of a courageous lawyer-activist who helps the needy find justice.
