From textbooks to the screen – ‘His Story of Itihaas’ reveals the real India
Cast: Yogendra Tiku, Kisha Arora, Akanksha Pandey, Ankul Vikal
Director: Manpreet Singh Dhami
Banner: Panchkarma Films
Censor Certificate: U/A
Duration: 143 minutes
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✰ (3.5/5)
New Delhi, 30 May 2025
History is a mirror that reflects the journey of a civilization. But what happens when this mirror is clouded with false images? Director Manpreet Singh Dhami’s latest film His Story of Itihaas attempts to answer this very question. It is not merely a film — it is an idea, a rebellion against the distorted history taught in schools, which has long been manipulated by political narratives and leftist ideologies.
A Revolutionary Film Made in Less Than a Month
Made in less than a month, the film showcases a bold vision rarely attempted even by big production houses like Karan Johar’s or Aditya Chopra’s. With no glamour or commercial masala, His Story of Itihaas is a rare cinematic venture that dares to speak the truth. Director Dhami and his team have not only made a brave film, but they have also initiated a much-needed conversation on historical awareness in today’s India.
A Generational Conflict at the Heart of the Story
The narrative revolves around an ordinary Indian family. Nitin (played by Yogendra Tiku), a physics teacher, lives a simple life with his wife and daughter. However, his perspective shifts drastically when he discovers the distorted version of history being taught at his daughter’s school — one that glorifies Mughal invaders as heroes and diminishes Hindu rulers as villains.
Determined to challenge the system, Nitin embarks on a mission to rewrite the wrongs. But can he succeed in his battle against years of manipulated history? That’s the central question the film explores.
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History or ‘His-Story’? A Thought-Provoking Question
The film firmly asserts that India has a rich and advanced history rooted in Vedic knowledge, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and music. Then why is it that only after the arrival of Mughals and British colonizers, India was labelled as ‘civilized’?
One particular scene leaves a deep impact — the protagonist asks, “If India was already an advanced civilization for thousands of years, then what exactly was Vasco da Gama trying to discover in 1498?”
This dialogue alone shakes the viewer and challenges the current academic narratives being fed in schools.
Performances & Presentation
Yogendra Tiku delivers a heartfelt and impactful performance that connects with the audience on an emotional level. Kisha Arora, Akanksha Pandey, and Ankul Vikal also deliver strong performances. The direction is simple yet effective, and the screenplay is enriched with sharp dialogues and solid research.
A Direct Attack on the Left-Dominated Education System
What truly stands out is the film’s courage to take on not just the syllabus, but the entire education system plagued by leftist ideology. It poses a burning question — even with a nationalist government in power, why haven’t history textbooks been corrected yet?
A Must-Watch — Especially With Your Children
His Story of Itihaas is not just a film; it’s a movement. One that demands to be watched with your family — especially with your children. Because they deserve to know what the true history of their country is, and how it has been deliberately twisted over generations.
This film isn’t just cinema — it’s a mission to restore truth in history.
Director Manpreet Singh Dhami deserves heartfelt applause for taking this bold step. He has sparked a cinematic revolution — now it’s up to the audience to support it.
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