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11: Swades
Release date: 2004
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
Director: Ashutosh Gowariker
Duration: 3hr 9m
Genre: Musical/Drama
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Gayatri Joshi, Kishori Ballal
“Swades” tells the story of Mohan Bhargava, played by Shah Rukh Khan, a successful NASA scientist who returns to India to find his childhood nanny, Kaveriamma. While searching for her, Mohan becomes deeply connected to the village where he grew up. He discovers the many challenges faced by the villagers, including lack of access to basic amenities like electricity and education. Mohan decides to use his knowledge and resources to help improve the lives of the villagers, particularly by bringing electricity to the village through a renewable energy project.
As Mohan becomes more involved in the community, he develops relationships with the villagers and learns valuable lessons about the importance of giving back and the true meaning of home. Along the way, he faces opposition and skepticism from some villagers who are resistant to change. However, Mohan’s determination and belief in the power of progress ultimately lead to positive transformation in the village, demonstrating the impact that one person can have when they choose to make a difference in their community.
