This Independence Day 2025, take a rare and emotional walk through one of Mumbai’s most historic hidden gems—The Birla House. A home that once hosted the likes of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Birla House was more than just a residence—it was a nerve centre for India’s freedom movement. From intense strategy meetings to quiet moments of reflection, these walls have seen history unfold. In this special episode of Inside Access, Yashovardhan Birla, heir to the iconic Birla legacy, opens the doors to the rooms where the future of free India was once envisioned.
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Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal is on a path to becoming Bollywood’s biopic king, with standout roles as Sardar Udham Singh in Sardar Udham and Sam Manekshaw in Sam Bahadur. Now, he’s set to portray Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Chhaava. With each powerful performance, Vicky is proving he’s the go-to actor for historical figures, solidifying his place as the future face of biographical cinema in Bollywood.
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The Birla House in Mumbai is unlike any in the city. The walls of this house are a witness to many strategic meetings that led to India’s independence. This house is a bridge to India’s iconic past. In this episode of Inside Access, on the occasion of Independence Day 2024, Yashovardhan Birla - a young scion of the illustrious Birla family, gives an inside look into the iconic rooms and spots at the legendary Birla House that were like home to India’s freedom leaders. The Birla family played a key role in India’s freedom movement and the Birla house served as an epicentre for leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhai Patel for discussions, meetings and gatherings revolving around India’s liberation from the British clutches. Here’s a visual tour of the iconic Birla house in Mumbai.
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After Sardar Udham, Vicky Kaushal is all set to present audience with yet another real life hero. In the upcoming film 'Sam Bahadur', the actor will be seen transforming himself into India's first Field Marshall Manek Shaw. Directed by Meghna Gulzar. Let's go back Mid-day.com's Sit With Hitlist interview where Vicky Kaushal revealed the first time he faced the camer. Vicky Kaushal even spoke about how he wanted to make a place for himself in the industry and didn't want to get a role in a film with the help of his father and action director, Sham Kaushal. Vicky mentioned that he wants some stories for himself to be able to share with his kids. Watch the full video for more insights!
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