Deepak Antani

Deepak Antani is one of Bollywood's most distinctive character actors, having carved out a remarkable career spanning over three decades since 1988. But here's the thing—he's become absolutely iconic for one role in particular: Mahatma Gandhi. Whether it's films, documentaries, stage plays, or even museum installations, Antani has portrayed the Father of the Nation so extensively that he actually holds Limca Book of Records and India Book of Records for the maximum number of performances as Gandhi. His turn in the 2023 film Gandhi Godse – Ek Yudh grabbed serious national attention and cemented his status as the go-to actor for bringing Gandhi's legacy to screen. What makes Antani special isn't just his acting chops—it's his versatility and commitment to meaningful storytelling. Beyond his Gandhi portrayals, he's worked across Gujarati, Hindi, and English cinema as an actor, director, and screenwriter, proving he's a complete filmmaker. Recent projects like Mujib: The Making of a Nation showcase his range in historical dramas, while his international film Gandhiji My Mentor and the stage play M.K. Gandhi Hazir Ho demonstrate his ability to bring depth to complex characters across different mediums. He's basically become the custodian of Gandhi's cinematic and theatrical representation in contemporary India.