Overview

• Phule, directed by Ananth Mahadevan and starring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa, dramatizes the Phules' fight for women's education and against caste oppression.
• The film faced CBFC-mandated edits and protests from Brahmin groups, delaying its release to April 25, 2025, with a limited theatrical rollout of 400-500 cinemas.
• A special Mumbai screening honored victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, with the cast observing a minute of silence and wearing black pins.
• Critics have lauded the lead performances, particularly Gandhi's portrayal of Jyotirao Phule, but noted issues with the film's slow pacing and weak screenplay.
• Director Ananth Mahadevan confirmed plans to expand the film's release to more cities in the coming weeks, addressing limited availability in regions like Kanpur and Varanasi.