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Daya Shankar Pandey Reflects on Swades, Shah Rukh Khan’s Humility and Patriotism
✍️ news9live.com
🗓 15 Aug 2026, 09:49 PM
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Actor Daya Shankar Pandey recently reflected on the film Swades and praised Shah Rukh Khan for his humility and patriotic spirit. He highlighted how the movie and the actor inspire true patriotism.
Actor Daya Shankar Pandey, known for his roles in several Hindi films, shared his memories of the 2004 movie Swades during an interview with news9live.com. He recalled how the film’s narrative of a software engineer returning to his roots and working for rural development resonated with him.
Pandey highlighted Shah Rukh Khan’s humility, noting that despite his global stardom, Khan remains grounded and approachable. He said Khan’s conduct on set and in public life reflects a genuine sense of patriotism.
The actor emphasized that Swades, with its portrayal of rural India and the protagonist’s commitment to progress, continues to inspire audiences to contribute to national development. He added that the film’s legacy serves as a reminder of citizens’ responsibilities.
Pandey’s comments were part of a broader discussion on the impact of cinema on social values, concluding that films like Swades can foster unity and national pride among viewers.
Pandey highlighted Shah Rukh Khan’s humility, noting that despite his global stardom, Khan remains grounded and approachable. He said Khan’s conduct on set and in public life reflects a genuine sense of patriotism.
The actor emphasized that Swades, with its portrayal of rural India and the protagonist’s commitment to progress, continues to inspire audiences to contribute to national development. He added that the film’s legacy serves as a reminder of citizens’ responsibilities.
Pandey’s comments were part of a broader discussion on the impact of cinema on social values, concluding that films like Swades can foster unity and national pride among viewers.