30/04/2025
On this day, April 30th, we celebrate the birth anniversary of Dadasaheb Phalke, the legendary pioneer known as the Father of Indian Cinema. Born in 1870, he dared to dream at a time when filmmaking was an unexplored art form in India. With unshakable passion and extraordinary determination, he gave India its first full-length feature film, “Raja Harishchandra” in 1913—a creation that laid the foundation for one of the world’s largest film industries.
Dadasaheb Phalke was not just a filmmaker; he was a visionary, an innovator, and a storyteller who believed that Indian culture, mythology, and identity deserved to be seen and heard through the cinematic lens. Despite financial struggles, skepticism, and a lack of resources, he mastered every aspect of filmmaking—writing, directing, editing, and even handling technical challenges himself.
His journey is a timeless inspiration—a reminder that with belief, creativity, and relentless hard work, one individual can spark a revolution. Today, as millions are touched by Indian cinema across the globe, we owe this legacy to his courage and imagination. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest honor in cinema, stands as a tribute to his monumental contributions.
