# Discover the Power of Silence: Aditi Rao Hydari Unveils the Magic Behind *Gandhi Talks* Imagine a world where words vanish, yet emotions roar louder than ever—welcome to *Gandhi Talks*, the groundbreaking silent black comedy that's redefining Indian cinema.[1][2] Starring **Vijay Sethupathi** as Mahadev, a desperate unemployed graduate chasing financial dreams at any moral cost, and **Aditi Rao Hydari** as his enigmatic love interest (Gayatri or the mysterious Liar, depending on the lens), this film directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar dives deep into greed, humanity, and the quiet erosion of values.[3][4][6] Arvind Swamy shines as the crumbling businessman Boseman, adding layers to a satire that contrasts Mahatma Gandhi's ideals with his image on currency notes.[4][7] What sets it apart? No dialogue—just raw expressions, AR Rahman's haunting score, and silence as the ultimate storyteller.[5][7] Aditi Rao Hydari, in heartfelt interviews, captures the film's soul: **"What moved me most was how emotions are felt rather than spoken. The film allows vulnerability and silence to coexist beautifully."**[1][5] She describes it as a "world where all differences fade away, and what remains is humanity... where you hear rhythm in the silences and feel another person's heart race and be still. Welcome to our world of silence where Gandhi talks!"[2][6] Vijay Sethupathi echoes this, calling it a rare project where "silence becomes the strongest dialogue," while Arvind Swamy notes how it reminds us that "in a world drowning in noise, silence can still shake a conscience."[1][5] Aditi also spilled on finally teaming up with Vijay after three near-misses: "The jinx had to be broken." This collaboration, born from a decade of the director's vision, challenges actors to "just be, breathe, and feel" without words as a crutch—pure, exhilarating cinema.[3][4] Released on January 30, 2026, it's generating buzz for its satirical depth on money's grip on dreams, relationships, and society, proving silent films aren't relics but bold, universal statements.[2][4][7]
Citations
1.https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/aditi-rao-hydari-on-new-film-gandhi-talks-emotions-are-felt-rather-than-spoken-aa-ws-l-9863753.html
2.https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/aditi-rao-hydari-welcomes-audiences-to-the-world-of-silence-where-gandhi-talks-aa-ws-l-9866710.html
3.https://www.hollywoodreporterindia.com/features/insight/gandhi-talks-aditi-rao-hydari-and-vijay-sethupathi-finally-come-together-on-screen
4.https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/gandhi-talks-exclusive-aditi-rao-hydari-on-working-with-vijay-sethupathi-after-3-almosts-missing-working-in-south-films-1400369
5.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/aditi-rao-hydari-on-her-silent-film-gandhi-talks-with-vijay-sethupati-and-arvind-swamy-emotions-are-felt-rather-than-spoken/articleshow/127760577.cms
6.https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/aditi-rao-hydari-on-the-quiet-power-of-gandhi-talks-welcome-to-our-world-of-silence-where-gandhi-talks-article-13799922.html/amp
7.https://www.indulgexpress.com/entertainment/cinema/2026/Jan/31/aditi-rao-hydari-on-silent-film-gandhi-talks-something-so-new-for-all-of-us
8.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/aditi-rao-hydari-calls-gandhi-talks-something-so-new-as-silent-film-releases-in-theatres/articleshow/127794077.cms
9.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzJb70L2bOI
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