The makers of Gandhi Talks have released an intriguing new teaser for the upcoming silent film starring Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swami, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Siddharth Jadhav. The teaser, unveiled on Vijay Sethupathi’s birthday, offers a striking visual narrative that uses silence as a storytelling tool to spotlight corruption and social issues.
Rather than relying on dialogue, the teaser juxtaposes Indian currency featuring Mahatma Gandhi in various clandestine exchanges, suggesting the pervasive role of money and under-the-table dealings in today’s society. Sethupathi is seen portraying a character who earns a living through cosplay, while Hydari appears as his romantic interest, grounding the film’s narrative in both personal and societal contexts.
Directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar, known for his work in Marathi cinema, Gandhi Talks is set for a January 30, 2026 theatrical release, chosen to coincide with Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary: a date laden with symbolic resonance for the film’s themes. Academy Award-winning composer AR Rahman provides the musical backdrop, giving voice to the silent drama.
Originally announced in 2021 and filmed in 2022, the project has already made waves by becoming the first silent film screened at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2023, where Sethupathi noted that the film explores the contrast between the Gandhi depicted on currency and the ideals he truly represents.
Gandhi Talks is shaping up to be a bold cinematic experiment – one that invites audiences to reflect on how silence can underscore the loudest societal truths.
