Rajkumar Hirani and Election Commission team up for voter awareness film
Rajkumar Hirani partners with the Election Commission for a powerful short film, featuring prominent personalities, to promote voter awareness. Watch ‘My Vote, My Duty’ released on National Voters’ Day.
ANI | January 28, 2024 10:26 am
Screengrab from the short film
Rajkumar Hirani, the acclaimed filmmaker behind hits like ‘3 Idiots’ and ‘Dunki,’ has teamed up with the Election Commission. They have come out with a short film aimed at promoting voter awareness. Titled ‘My Vote, My Duty,’ the film includes messages from notable personalities such as Sachin Tendulkar, Rajkummar Rao, Amitabh Bachchan, R Madhavan, Raveena Tandon, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, Arshad Warsi, Bhumi Pednekar, and Mona Singh.
Providing insights into the project, EC officials stated, “The film seeks to address attitudinal barriers like indifference and apathy, reiterating the significance of each vote. Produced by Rajkumar Hirani and directed by Sanjiv Kishinchandani, the film aims to motivate citizens to recognize the importance of their votes and underscores the impact of each individual vote.”
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Hirani, known for his recent work on ‘Dunki,’ revealed that the film had garnered positive responses. It even prompted discussions about a special screening for the UK government. A source close to the team disclosed, “Given that ‘Dunki’ delves into the story of illegal immigrants opting for the Donkey route to cross borders, the UK government deems it relevant. The film addresses a critical issue and sheds light on the perilous Dunki route. It has gained significant appreciation from UK audiences, leading the government to express interest in viewing it.”
‘Dunki,’ stars Shah Rukh alongside Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhhar, and Anil Grover. It focuses on the challenges of immigration. The title is derived from the term “donkey journey,” representing the lengthy and often hazardous routes individuals take to immigrate.
Returning to the short film Rajkumar Hirani’s collaboration with the Election Commission aims to deliver a powerful message. Released on National Voters’ Day, January 25, the film centers around the theme of the Value of One Vote.
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