PM Narendra Modi Birthday: Films, Web Series & Books Based On PM Modi's Life

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, celebrating his 74th birthday on September 17, has been the subject of various films, series, and books. These works explore his journey from grassroots activism to becoming India's Prime Minister. Modi's political career, marked by significant milestones, has inspired several creative portrayals.

The film "PM Narendra Modi," released in 2019, is a biographical drama directed by Omung Kumar. It chronicles Modi's life from being a tea seller to becoming India's 14th Prime Minister. The movie highlights his rise within the BJP and his tenure as Gujarat's Chief Minister. Vivek Oberoi stars as Modi, with Manoj Joshi and Boman Irani in key roles. This film can be watched on MX Player.

Modi: Journey of a Common Man

The web series "Modi: Journey of a Common Man" is based on Kishore Makwana's book 'Common Man's PM – Narendra Modi.' It narrates Modi's path from humble beginnings to becoming Prime Minister. Directed by Umesh Shukla, the series includes episodes about his time as Gujarat's Chief Minister. The cast features Anang Desai and Mahesh Thakur among others. Available on Prime Video, it streams in multiple languages including Hindi and Tamil.

Lance Price authored "The Modi Effect: Inside Narendra Modi's Campaign," which delves into the strategies behind Modi's rise before the 2014 elections. Rather than a conventional biography, it examines the tactics that elevated him to national prominence and their impact on India's global position by early 2015. The paperback is priced at Rs 470 on Amazon.

Chalo Jeete Hain

"Chalo Jeete Hain," a short film directed by Mangesh Hadawale, portrays a boy named Naru inspired by Swami Vivekananda’s teachings. Although linked to Modi’s childhood, it focuses more on social reform than politics. Dhairya Darji and Dev Modi are among the lead actors in this docufilm available on Disney+ Hotstar.

Narendra Modi stands as the longest-serving Prime Minister outside the Indian National Congress after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. Born in Vadnagar, Gujarat, his political journey has been captured through various media forms that highlight different facets of his life and career.