Randeep Hooda pays tribute to Veer Savarkar with celebratory visit to Port Blair’s historic cellular jail

Randeep Hooda is basking in the success of his latest film, "Swatantrya Veer Savarkar." In the lead-up to Veer Savarkar’s 141st birth anniversary and the film’s digital premiere on ZEE5, Randeep visited Port Blair, a city closely associated with Savarkar’s life. He visited the iconic Cellular Jail, where Savarkar was imprisoned for life, and celebrated his legacy by cutting a cake with the officials and staff. This visit was nostalgic for Randeep, as he had filmed key scenes of the movie at this historic site. 

He also visited Ross Island, where Savarkar was shot, and Flag Point, where Netaji Subash Chandra Bose hoisted the Indian flag for the first time on Indian soil on December 30, 1943. The celebration continued with a special screening of the film, organized by the Hon’ble Lt. Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and attended by Randeep and his wife.

Reflecting on the occasion, Randeep Hooda stated, 

"Standing here in the historic and dreaded Cellular Jail, where Veer Savarkar endured immense suffering yet never wavered in his commitment to India's freedom, is deeply humbling. His story is a testament to the power of resilience and patriotism. Today happens to be Savarkar’s 141st birth anniversary and also the world digital premier of the movie Swatantrya Veer Savarkar on ZEE5. Through this movie, we aim to bring his extraordinary journey to the forefront and inspire future generations. I am grateful to the Hon’ble Lt. Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands for inviting me here to commemorate the birth anniversary of our Hero in the place he suffered for the freedom of our nation. I feel humbled that my efforts in showcasing Kaala Pani on tabloid and for putting in my blood, sweat and tears in making Swatantrya Veer Savarkar in the most honest way has paid off as the movie is gaining recognition and encouragement from fans across.”

For the unversed, "Swatantrya Veer Savarkar" is an authentic biographical drama that chronicles the life of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, one of India’s most influential yet controversial figures in the struggle for independence. Despite his significant impact, he remains relatively unknown in popular culture. He is the originator of ‘Hindutva’ and ‘Akhand Bharat’ and inspired leaders and freedom fighters like Netaji, Bhagat Singh, and Khudi Ram Bose. The film narrates Savarkar's story from his perspective, embracing his ideals and beliefs that were initially contentious but have since become integral to modern India.