Sanjay Dutt Marks Gandhi Jayanti With Munna Bhai's Bapu Scene
Sanjay Dutt marked Gandhi Jayanti by sharing the Munna-Circuit scene about October 2, from the film that coined 'Gandhigiri'. Why it still resonates 20 years on.
Key Highlights
- The post: Sanjay Dutt marked Gandhi Jayanti by sharing a scene in which Circuit explains to Munna why October 2 matters.
- His message: "Some values never go out of time."
- The film: The scene matches Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), the sequel that coined the word "Gandhigiri."
- Lasting legacy: The film won four National Awards and became the first Hindi film screened at the United Nations.
On Gandhi Jayanti, Sanjay Dutt turned to one of his most loved characters to remember Mahatma Gandhi. The actor shared a scene featuring his Munna Bhai and Arshad Warsi's Circuit, in a conversation about the Father of the Nation.
"Some values never go out of time. Remembering Mahatma Gandhiji and the ideals of truth, peace and compassion that continue to inspire generations. Happy Gandhi Jayanti," he wrote on Instagram.
The Scene
In the clip, Munna asks Circuit what is special about October 2. Circuit explains that it is Bapu's birthday and identifies him as Mahatma Gandhi. The conversation moves to Gandhi's belief in answering hatred and violence with peace rather than revenge. Munna calls himself a "big fan of Bapu," recalling how Gandhi stood up to British rule through his principles.
