New Delhi, March 31 -- Films are a very powerful medium which create a social understanding in various ways. Till decades ago we had films which reflected social realities and promoted progressive values. The films like 'Mother India', 'Do Bigha Jameen' and 'Naya Daur' are just a few of these. Some biopic films have also contributed a lot in disseminating social common sense, which are close to reality and promote inclusive values. Richard Attenborough's Gandhi and Bhagat Singh were greatly inspiring. Many of these were based on immaculate research and brought out the true spirit of the people on whose life they were based.

With the ascendance in India of majoritarian politics, many in the Mumbai film world have been coming out with film...