Mumbai: The trailer of the much-anticipated film Shatak: Sangh ke 100 Varsh, based on the 100-year journey of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), was launched with great fervour in Mumbai on Monday. The trailer was unveiled by senior RSS pracharak and member of the Akhil Bharatiya Karyakari Mandal, Dr. Manmohan Ji Vaidya, in the presence of several distinguished guests, marking a significant moment during the organisation’s centenary year.
Ahead of the public launch, the filmmakers hosted an exclusive preview for select media representatives, offering a deeper insight into the film’s concept, narrative approach, and objectives. Dr. Vaidya was also present during the interaction, engaging with journalists and sharing perspectives on the relevance of the film in today’s socio-cultural discourse.
In 2025, the RSS completed 100 years of its existence, a journey that has had a profound impact on India’s social, cultural, and ideological landscape. Positioned against this historic backdrop, Shatak seeks to move beyond perception-driven debates and instead present a nuanced, well-researched account of the organisation’s evolution, thought process, and continuity over a century.
The trailer hints at challenging several long-held myths and misconceptions associated with the RSS. It promises to bring to the fore lesser-known historical aspects that have rarely been explored on screen. From the organisation’s role during the freedom movement to sensitive periods such as the Emergency and the various bans imposed on the Sangh at different times, the film appears poised to address these chapters with context and depth.
Dr. Manmohan Ji Vaidya’s presence at the launch lent added significance to the occasion, underlining the seriousness with which the film approaches its subject. His participation signalled the makers’ commitment to factual accuracy and sincerity in storytelling.
Produced by Veer Kapoor, co-produced by Ashish Tiwari, and presented by Ada 360 Degree LLP, Shatak aims to uncover the lesser-known facets that have shaped the RSS’s identity over the decades. The trailer offers a glimpse into a story rooted in history and collective memory, inviting audiences to look beyond familiar headlines and explore the organisation’s journey in a broader perspective.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Manmohan Ji Vaidya said,
“It is a matter of great happiness that through Shatak, information related to the Sangh will reach society through such a powerful medium. A social thinker once observed that among all movements started in India between 1875 and 1950, the Sangh alone continued to move forward without fragmentation. This continuity, expansion, and relevance are its greatest strengths. The film’s tagline, ‘Na Ruke, Na Thake, Na Jhuke’ (Neither stop, nor tire, nor bow), reflects this spirit. At the core of this journey lies the vision of the Sangh’s founder, Dr. Hedgewar. Cinema has the power to touch both heart and mind, and telling the Sangh’s story through this medium is truly commendable.”
Director Ashish Mool shared his personal connection with the project, saying,
“This film is deeply personal for me. Some stories choose you, and Shatak chose me. Despite having a political understanding, months of research and guidance helped me discover many new dimensions of the Sangh. We realised how many misconceptions and rumours exist in society. It was important to present them honestly. This film offers a perspective, and we leave the final judgment to the audience.”
Producer Veer Kapoor added,
“Creators and thinkers have always existed and will continue to guide generations. Our writers have drawn from books and available literature to shape the narrative. We tried to string these ideas together like pearls to give them a cinematic form. Shatak is the outcome of that collective effort.”
With striking visuals, impactful music, and a strong narrative arc, Shatak brings to Indian cinema a subject that has rarely been explored in depth. Based on a concept by Anil D. Aggarwal and directed by Ashish Mool, the film is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release on February 19, 2026. The trailer signals a story of an idea that has endured for a century—and continues to influence contemporary India.
