The makers of “Aakhri Sawaal” starring Sanjay Dutt on Thursday unveiled the teaser of the upcoming film, that dares to ask the questions that have intrigued the nation and its youth for over a century. Aakhri Sawaal is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Abhijeet Mohan Warang.
It also features Amit Sadh and marks the return of actress Sameera Reddy on screen after a long hiatus. The film is slated to release on May 8. From the ban imposed after Mahatma Gandhi’s demise to the allegations surrounding the Babri Masjid demolition, Aakhri Sawaal raises serious questions that people have long sought answers to.
It also stars Namashi Chakravarthy, Neetu Chandra and Tridha Chudhury, Aakhri Sawaal teaser offers a powerful glimpse into the film’s subject, aiming to uncover layers of a hidden story that the nation needs to witness. Fearless, direct, and conversational, it ignites an intense debate that is expected to create a stir upon the film’s release.
The story follows Vicky, a brilliant yet volatile scholar and an aspiring youth of progressive India, who accuses his mentor, Professor Gopal Nadkarni, of bias after his thesis is rejected. What begins as a private academic dispute escalates into a nationally televised debate.
The film explores the burning questions in the minds of India’s youth, their aspirations, doubts, and search for truth through historical events and facts. At its core lies a powerful Guru–Shishya confrontation, where Vicky’s relentless questioning reveals a deeper personal motive. In the end, his Aakhri Sawaal uncovers a century-old secret that could either redeem the Professor or destroy them both.
Abhijeet Mohan Warang, who made his directorial debut with the Marathi-language drama Picasso, received a Special Mention at the 67th National Film Awards and has consistently delivered impactful films in both Marathi and Hindi cinema.
His notable works include Deja Vu, Prem Pratha Dhumshan, Piccolo, and the short film Virtual Reality. Produced under the banner of Nikhil Nanda Motion Pictures, which has executed multiple projects for JioHotstar and other platforms, the film is presented by Nikhil Nanda.
Aakhri Sawaal is produced by Nikhil Nanda and Sanjay Dutt, and co-produced by Puneet Nanda, Dr. Deepak Singh, Gaurav Dubey, and Ujjwal Anand. The story, screenplay, and dialogues are written by Utkarsh Naithani. The music is composed by Monty Sharma, with lyrics by Kumar Vishwas.