As Manoj Bajpayee steps into Gandhi’s shoes, other actors who brought the Mahatma to life on screen

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi remains one of the most interpreted historical figures in cinema and television. Following the announcement that Manoj Bajpayee will portray the leader in Sudhir Mishra’s upcoming feature film centered on the 1947 Calcutta fast, here is a look back at other actors who captured his philosophy, voice, and complex humanity across film and streaming.