‘Gandhi Rediscovered’ is an insightful account of the formation of Gandhian philosophy and its relevance to contemporary times. It gives a glimpses into the childhood of Gandhi and his journey into becoming a Mahatama. Gandhi was no extra ordinary child. He had the flaws of any common person. But it was his great strength of character that transformed him.

The film also discusses the impact of Gandhian philosophy on education and politics, and how it influenced political leaders (Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela) and movements across the world. The film looks at Gandhian philosophy or methods not just as a political tool but as a way of living a holistic life. Gandhi was the change that he wanted to see.

Some key points for the film better understanding

Gandhi as a child was disturbed by the fact that he cannot touch the person who comes to clean his house. That is because in Indian caste system people at the bottom Dalits are considered untouchable. The discrimination is similar to racial discrimination. Also In 1936, Gandhi established his home in Whardha Maharashtra. He called it Sevagram. It at Sevagram that he established the education system Nai Talim.

The key person in the film includes Sudharshan Iyengar who is a foremost Gandhi scholar in India. He has published many research articles and books.

Dr Abhay bang did his studies at Nai Talim Sevagram. He was a young kid when When Vinoda Bhave a Gandhian started the Bhudan movement in 1950s in India asking people to donate land to the poor

Tushar Gandhi is the great-grandson of Mahatama Gandhi and an eminent scholar on Gandhi. Watch an interview with the filmmaker here.