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

UPDATE - follow-up to The Hindu to release documentary Gandhi for GenZ today: The Hindu released the 30-minute documentary titled Gandhi for GenZ: The Mahatma is suddenly cool again on Friday, October 2, 2026, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanthi. The film focuses on the relevance of the Father of the Nation to modern youth struggles in India. It includes interviews with Gandhi historians and GenZ activists, alongside archival footage to serve as both a tribute and an assessment of the Mahatma. Viewers can watch the documentary on The Hindu's website and on YouTube.

Context

Documentaries often use historical footage and expert interviews to connect past figures to present-day social issues. Such releases are common on national holidays like Gandhi Jayanthi to encourage public reflection on history.