Shah Rukh, Aamir, Salman Khan unite for Mahatma Gandhi

Bollwyood filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has done the impossible and brought together eight leading Bollywood actors, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, for a video on Mahatma Gandhi and his philosophy. The 1.40 minute video begins with Aamir talking about Gandhi’s idea of non-violence, saying he is against violence as the solutions that arise from such acts are short term only.

Actress Alia Bhatt reads out the importance of the idea of courage, saying weak people can never forgive. It is an honour for the brave.

Salman highlights Gandhi’s ideal of service, where he reads, the best way to find yourself is by losing yourself in the service of others.

Actress Kanagana Ranaut focuses on the idea of belief, saying one who believes in themselves will be able to turn the tide of history.

Actor Ranbir Kapoor speaks on peace, saying he is ready to die, but there is simply no reason to kill someone.

Vicky Kaushal talks about the concept of truth, saying, true happiness lies in what you think and what your actions say are the same.

Actress Sonam Kapoor then says: “A human is made of their thoughts, what he thinks, that’s what he becomes.”

Shah Rukh then concludes the star-studded video by talking about faith, saying don’t stop believing in humanity. Even if there are some bad people, humanity still holds faith.

The black-and-white video was made by the ‘Lage Raho Munna Bhai’ director to celebrate Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary. The video was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence. - With additional inputs from IANS