The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) has announced plans to produce a Telugu feature film based on the autobiography of Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The project, titled after her book 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', aims to depict her life and political career. TPCC Working President Jagga Reddy revealed the initiative during a meeting with party workers in Sangareddy on Thursday, urging leaders and workers to contribute to the production costs. He framed the expenditure as comparable to election spending, stating, "Consider this a similar expense," according to Khaleej Times.
Constituency Congress convenor Julakanti Anjaneyulu supported the announcement by pledging ₹2 crore towards the film's budget. The Hindu reported that this contribution was made in direct support of Reddy’s plans. Reddy proposed the formation of a 50-member committee to oversee the production, which would be managed by Gandhi Bhavan Public Relations Officer Hariprasad. He instructed party leaders to mobilize funds and select a suitable director for the project.
The film is intended to cover various phases of Gandhi’s life, including her role as the daughter-in-law of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, the wife of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, and the mother of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi. Reddy stated that the narrative would address the tragedies faced by the family following the assassinations of Indira and Rajiv Gandhi, as well as the hardships Gandhi endured while raising her children. He emphasized that the film would illustrate how she carved out a unique identity in India’s diverse political landscape.
Reddy also highlighted Gandhi’s decision to decline the Prime Minister’s post. He recalled that after the United Progressive Alliance came to power, Congress leaders urged her to take the office, but she declined and instead supported Manmohan Singh. Reddy described this choice as a historic milestone that reflected her political journey. He further claimed that the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) was shaped by the ideas of Gandhi, Singh, and Rahul Gandhi.
In addition to the film, the TPCC leadership plans to distribute copies of the autobiography to party workers. Reddy stated that this would help members gain a deeper understanding of Gandhi’s experiences. The project is expected to be launched with the presence of Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and TPCC President Mahesh Kumar Goud once preparations are complete.