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A flashback to 1905 depicts a young, ambitious, already married, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (Darshan), a printing press manager in his South African settlement.

Tension between Gandhi and his eldest son Harilal first becomes apparent when he marries Gulab (Bhumika) in Rajkot, India without his father's permission.

But it's not long before Harilal and his wife join Gandhi's South African movement.

Harilal's dream of studying law in England is discouraged by Gandhi who decides on sending someone else more competent.

As the father-son relationship becomes more strained, a rebellious Harilal breaks free from his idealistic father to seek his own identity.

Harilal returns to India only to meet failure in his education and business - incurring heavy losses and debts.

Constantly harassed by debtors and fed up with her husband's unfulfilled ambitions, Gulab leaves Harilal, taking the children with her, but only to die later due to ill health.

Caught between the traditional, unquestioning loyalty of a Hindu wife to her husband and her love for their son is Kasturba (Shefali), who could do nothing but provide moral support for her eldest son.

A heartbroken Harilal finally gives up on life when he is disowned by his father.

He converts to Islam, but returns to Hinduism, becomes an alcoholic, homeless beggar only to die a destitute in hospital.

Director Khan's brave attempt to portray two contrasting stories alongside each other pays off.

He successfully shows Gandhi's rise as a passive freedom fighter to becoming father of the nation; while on the other hand he depicts the fall of Harilal as he attempts to stand on his own two feet.

David Macdonald's cinematography contributes well to the film's international production standards.

Early 20th Century India is painstakingly recreated with meticulous attention.

Costumes, sets, steam trains, or vintage cars all add authenticity to the historical developments during the Gandhi era.

Akshaye Khanna gives an outstanding and award winning performance as Harilal from an innocent young lad to a rebellious man trying to break away from the shadows of a great father.

Darshan Jariwala is convincing as Mahatma Gandhi, bringing the tenderness and serenity of Mahatma throughout the film.

Shefali Shah delivers a heart-rending performance as Kasturba, acting as a pillar of strength to her husband but only as a helpless mother providing moral support to her deprived son.

Gandhi My Father is a tragic story, grippingly told by director Khan. It's a must see for those appreciating good quality cinema. Not to be missed!