Emergency

This historical drama focuses on the period starting in 1975 under the leadership of Indira Gandhi. The story depicts the implementation of a state of emergency in India, a move made by the government in response to widespread public protests. During this time, the administration suspended basic civil liberties, including freedom of the press, to rule without parliamentary oversight. This era of governance continued until the ruling party suffered a significant defeat in the elections.

Directed by Kangana Ranaut, this is the second feature film she has directed following Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. Ranaut also served as a producer and stars in the title role as Indira Gandhi. The ensemble cast includes Anupam Kher, Satish Kaushik, Shreyas Talpade, Mahima Chaudhry, and Milind Soman. The production was handled by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Films, featuring a large team of 215 credited crew members and 105 credited cast members.

Released on January 17, 2025, the film has received a mixed reception from viewers. It holds a rating of 5.2/10 on IMDb based on 12,000 votes, while on TMDB it has a lower rating of 4.8/10 from 8 votes.