"Swades" Set for Re-release: An Evergreen Tale of Inspiration

Producer Ronnie Screwvala has announced the re-release of the 2004 Shah Rukh Khan starrer *Swades*. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the film's story of an Indian-origin NASA scientist returning to his village to address socio-economic issues resonated deeply with audiences. Screwvala believes *Swades* was "ahead of its time" and remains relevant today. He noted that its themes of returning to one's roots and contributing to the homeland are especially poignant for modern viewers. *Swades*, which inspired Screwvala’s Swades Foundation, continues to be celebrated for its heartfelt narrative and its depiction of India's spirit and potential.