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"His Story of Itihaas" is a socio-political drama starring Subodh Bhave as a physics teacher discovering inaccuracies in his daughter's history textbook. The trailer, well-received online, sets the stage for an exploration of academic gatekeeping and historical narratives. Director Manpreet Singh Dhami drew inspiration from real-life activist Neeraj Atri, marking his debut in this compelling film. The movie, backed by Panchkarma Films, is set to release on May 30, promising viewers a thought-provoking cinematic experience.

Key Points: Subodh Bhave Leads Battle Over History in Itihaas Movie

  • Subodh Bhave stars in "His Story of Itihaas"
  • Movie explores textbook inaccuracies and ideological biases
  • Directed by Manpreet Singh Dhami, releasing May 30
  • Inspired by real-life history activist Neeraj Atri
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'His Story of Itihaas' features Physics teacher battling 'inaccuracies' in history books; movie to hit theatres on this day

Subodh Bhave stars as a physics teacher uncovering textbook inaccuracies in "His Story of Itihaas," releasing May 30.

"This is not just a story -- it's a question about what we were taught. - Manpreet Singh Dhami"

Mumbai, May 27

Makers of socio-political drama 'His Story of Itihaas' have released the trailer of the film and announced the release date of the movie.

Originally set to release on May 23, 2025, the film will make its theatrical debut now on May 30.

The preview event of the movie was held today in Delhi, which was attended by the lead cast, including actress Akanksha Pandey, Yogendra Tiku, and director Manpreet Singh Dhami.

The trailer of the film highlights cinematic inquiry into how deeply textbooks and taught narratives influence generations.

The story follows Namit, a mild-mannered physics teacher whose life takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon blatant inaccuracies and ideological biases in his young daughter's history textbook. What begins as a concerned father's frustration soon transforms into an obsession with truth, sending him on a risky journey through India's bureaucratic maze, academic gatekeeping, and political interference, according to a press note shared by the makers.

Subodh Bhave plays the lead role in the movie.

The film marks directorial debut of Manpreet Singh Dhami, "whose own encounter with real-life truth-seekers like Neeraj Atri, a physics teacher turned history activist, sparked this project".

Speaking about the film, Dhami said: "This is not just a story -- it's a question. A question about what we were taught, what we believed, and how it shaped who we are. Four years ago, I was just like any other Indian -- unaware and uninterested in historical details. But when I met a teacher who challenged the content of school history books, I began my own journey of unlearning. This film is the result of that awakening".

The film is backed by Panchkarma Films, and the trailer has been well-received by the netizens.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally! A film that questions the narratives we've been fed for decades. Our history books need serious revision - many heroes were ignored while invaders were glorified. Hope this movie starts an important national conversation. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
The trailer gave me goosebumps! As a mother, I've often wondered about the one-sided stories in my child's textbooks. Why can't we teach history as it happened, without political coloring? Kudos to the team for taking up this sensitive topic.
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Arjun S.
While the intention seems good, I hope the movie doesn't swing to the other extreme. History is complex - replacing one bias with another won't help. We need balanced perspectives that acknowledge all aspects of our past.
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Shweta R.
Subodh Bhave is perfect for this role! The trailer shows his transformation from a simple teacher to an activist so well. Can't wait to watch this on 30th May. Hope it lives up to the hype 🤞
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Vikram J.
This reminds me of my college days when our history professor would point out discrepancies between NCERT books and original sources. The education system needs more truth-seekers like the protagonist. Hope the film inspires young minds!
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Neha T.
Interesting concept but I worry it might become too preachy. Films about social issues often sacrifice storytelling for messaging. Hope the director maintains a good balance between entertainment and education.

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