Visitors at Mumbai’s historic Mani Bhavan museum marked Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary on Thursday. October 2 is also observed globally as the International Day of Non-Violence, following a 2007 UN resolution honouring the freedom leader (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE)

October 2, 2025, marks the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Many actors have portrayed Bapu in films, TV series, and stage productions. Here’s a list of notable actors who have played the iconic role