Pratik Gandhi who shot to fame with Scam 1992 continues to be Bollywood’s trusted face for complex, real-life narratives. His commitment to embodying historical figures led to back-to-back biopics: as Mahatma Gandhi in a Hansal Mehta–helmed series, and as Jyotirao Phule in Phule.

The actor describes stepping into these iconic roles as both magical and daunting. He emphasized that when portraying historical figures, “there is a cap on the creative liberty you can take.” The challenge lies in bringing nuance without veering into imitation.

In his reflections, Gandhi draws a compelling parallel between the contrasting ideologies of Gandhi and Phule, noting that while one advocated non-violence and the other social reform, both “aimed to keep the country safe.

”Given his deep theatrical background, strong research ethic, and sensitivity on screen, Pratik Gandhi is emerging as the "go-to actor" for biographical storytelling—a credible bridge between history and emotional resonance.