India, Oct. 2 -- October 2 marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, and Bollywood has often found inspiration in the father of the nation in their stories. On Gandhi Jayanti today, actors Pratik Gandhi, Rajit Kapur and Darshan Jariwalla, who have all portrayed Gandhi on screen, reflect on why the Mahatma and his teachings still hold relevance even in 2026.

"Looking at the happenings all around the world, I personally feel that Mahatma Gandhi is more relevant now. More than anything else, qualities of "Gandhian philosophy " like simplicity, self control, acceptance, equality, mutual respect, hope and love for humanity is making him relevant in 2026," Pratik Gandhi says.

The veteran actor says, "The Mahatma's philosophy is deeply ro...