{"id":23096,"date":"2025-04-22T06:48:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T06:48:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/popularreads.co\/the-story-that-changed-me-muazzam-beg-on-the-legacy-of-jyotiba-and-savitribai-phule\/"},"modified":"2025-04-23T13:53:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-23T13:53:05","slug":"the-story-that-changed-me-muazzam-beg-on-the-legacy-of-jyotiba-and-savitribai-phule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/popularreads.co\/?p=23096","title":{"rendered":"The Story That Changed Me: Muazzam Beg on the Legacy of Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>4 Minute, 52 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Releasing on April 25, 2025,\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Phule<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"> brings to life the inspiring story of Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule, the pioneering social reformers who fought caste and gender discrimination in 19th-century India. Directed by Ananth Mahadevan, with screenplay by Muazzam Beg and Ananth Mahadevan, and dialogues &amp; creative consultancy by Muazzam Beg, the film is produced by Ritesh Kudecha and Anuya Chauhan Kudecha. Starring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa in lead roles,\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Phule<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"> promises to be a moving reminder of the power of education, courage, and compassion. In this conversation, Muazzam Beg opens up about his process, inspiration, and what\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Phule<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"> truly stands for.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: What inspired you to write the screenplay for Phule?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">While I had read about Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule in school, it was only a glimpse into their real story. When I started researching their lives more deeply, I realised how extraordinary they were. Their determination to fight social injustice through education, at a time when such ideas were almost unthinkable, felt larger than life. Their courage, compassion, and vision made me want to tell their story with honesty and heart.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: What stood out to you most about Jyotiba Phule\u2019s journey?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">What struck me most was the clarity with which he understood the power of education. He recognised that denying education to certain groups was a way to maintain inequality. Instead of just opposing injustice with words, he acted. He began by educating Savitribai and then, together with the support of well-meaning friends, opened a school for girls. It was a simple but revolutionary step that challenged centuries of tradition.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: Did writing this story change something in you?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Absolutely. It was a transformative experience for me. Through Jyotiba Phule&#8217;s life, I understood the importance of standing up for human equality, regardless of caste, gender, or religion. His philosophy reinforced my own belief that no human being is superior or inferior because of the circumstances they are born into. It made me reflect on my own thoughts and biases and inspired me to be more conscious about fairness and dignity in everyday life. Jyotiba was not just a reformer. He was a thinker, a teacher, a businessman, a poet, a wrestler, and a leader. His multifaceted life taught me that true change comes from knowledge, empathy, and relentless effort.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: Why tell this story in Hindi?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">There have been films and television series made on Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule in Marathi, and they are revered in Maharashtra. But we felt their story deserved to reach a wider audience across India. That\u2019s why we chose to tell it in Hindi, so that people across different regions and backgrounds could connect with their extraordinary journey. The dialogues are written in simple, accessible Hindi, so that the emotion and essence of their struggle are felt by everyone.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"border-style:none;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;height:416px;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;width:624px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"margin-left:0px;margin-top:0px\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfwKJB9xopUqP_oEKVPnrAbjTqbPa41p8mTYdlrhyqliihtuo9jAml7RcUZJekKRFSVe-WaO5KtCIoKol0Mfq5dUaYW5PC0MB5F5_qp13L6VQVErsIVto0S0BfNKsjFFmcomjioMg?key=O2EdcDfqJ683AEFb9O9XJlYK\" width=\"624\" height=\"416\" alt=\"AD_4nXfwKJB9xopUqP_oEKVPnrAbjTqbPa41p8mTYdlrhyqliihtuo9jAml7RcUZJekKRFSVe-WaO5KtCIoKol0Mfq5dUaYW5PC0MB5F5_qp13L6VQVErsIVto0S0BfNKsjFFmcomjioMg?key=O2EdcDfqJ683AEFb9O9XJlYK\" \/><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: What message do you hope the audience will take from Phule?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Phule<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"> is not just a film about the past. It is a reflection on the kind of society we aspire to build even today, one where every individual has equal dignity and opportunity. Jyotiba Phule dreamed of a society without hierarchies, where respect and education are for everyone. Through their story, we hope to spark conversations about equality, inclusion, and the power of positive action.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: There was some reaction to the trailer. How do you view it?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">The film is made with sensitivity and a deep sense of responsibility. It does not target any community or group. It tells the story of individuals who chose to challenge inequality through peaceful, constructive means. Once audiences watch the full film, they will see the balanced and honest approach we have taken.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: Was the film impacted by censorship?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">There were a few suggestions made by the authorities, and we respectfully incorporated them. However, the core message and spirit of the film remain exactly as intended. Nothing essential has been changed. The film continues to tell the story of courage, hope, and reform.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: How was it working with director Ananth Mahadevan?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">He\u2019s made a very sensible film. I\u2019ve admired him as an actor, and working with him as a director was equally satisfying.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: Let\u2019s talk about casting. What made Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa the right choices?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">When I saw Pratik as Jyotiba, it felt like this is exactly how Jyotiba must have looked. Pratik doesn\u2019t just act, he immerses himself completely into the character. Whether it\u2019s drama, comedy, romance, or intense historical roles, he adapts seamlessly. His commitment, discipline, and emotional depth brought a rare authenticity to Jyotiba\u2019s character. Very few actors can transform like that across genres, and Pratik is one of them. Patralekhaa will truly surprise the audience as Savitribai. Her performance is layered, strong, and deeply moving. She brings dignity and strength to the role without ever being loud, exactly what Savitribai\u2019s character demanded.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Q: Any final thoughts on the journey of writing\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>Phule<\/strong><\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"><strong>?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">This film is not just entertainment. It is a tribute to the spirit of those who laid the foundation for the equality we strive for today.\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Phule<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"> reminds us that social reform is never easy, but it is necessary. Their courage, their sacrifices, and their relentless fight for education and dignity deserve to be remembered and honoured. This story is about hope, resilience, and the belief that real change is possible when we dare to stand against injustice.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12pt;margin-top:12pt\" dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Despite some early reactions,\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\">Phule<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline\"> has found strong support among those who believe the time has come to honour real pioneers of social change. As Muazzam Beg shares, the film is not about highlighting divisions, but about celebrating the courage it takes to dream of an equal and just society. 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