Sara Ali Khan’s latest release, ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan,’ tells the story of real-life Gandhi, Usha Mehta. Since the movie was released on Prime Video India, netizens seem to have unflattering opinions about it and Sara’s performance. Sara’s aunt, Saba Pataudi, recently jumped to her defence against an online troll.
Last week, filmmaker Karan Johar announced that the film was streaming, writing on his Instagram, “Immerse yourself in the inspiring tale of an unsung hero of our nation.” Some movie buffs were skeptical about how the film will fare, with one fan writing, “The theme looks interesting but I’m damn sure Sara Ali Khan is going to ruin by her overacting, just wait for it.”
Saba, who took notice of the comment, replied, “DONT judge something until you’ve seen it FIRST. She’s actually brilliant! Mahsha’Allah. (sic)” In a separate comment, she was all praise for the film and her niece, writing, “She’s fabulous. Everyone simply nails their part n superb direction. A MUST watch! A true story too…(sic)”
In ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan,’ Sara plays Usha Mehta, a young woman who starts an underground radio station to spread messages during the Quit India movement. The film received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike, with many praising Emraan for his performance, but criticising Sara for not fitting into the role.
In a statement about her role, Sara said, “Portraying such a powerful character in Ae Watan Mere Watan has been an honour beyond words. To embody the spirit of my character and diving into her consciousness, and understanding what motivates and inspires her has been humbling and empowering. The film is a reminder of the sacrifices made by countless unsung heroes and a testament to the fortitude of the human spirit.”