New documentary explores how Gandhi's ideas connect with today's youth

The Hindu is releasing a 30-minute documentary titled Gandhi for GenZ: The Mahatma is suddenly cool again on Friday, October 2, 2026, to mark Gandhi Jayanthi. The film looks at how the Father of the Nation remains relevant to the current struggles faced by young people in India. It includes interviews with Gandhi historians alongside GenZ activists, combined with archival footage. The project serves as both a tribute to and an assessment of Mahatma Gandhi. Viewers can watch the documentary online as it will be published on the newspaper's website and on YouTube.

Context

Documentaries often use historical footage and expert interviews to bridge past events with modern social issues. Special releases on national days like Gandhi Jayanthi help bring historical figures into contemporary public conversations.