Assassination of Mahatma Gandhi
Nathuram Godse approaches Mahatma Gandhi in the garden pathway of Birla House, pretending to pay respects before suddenly firing three shots at close range, assassinating the leader of India's non-vio
Setting
Birla House, New Delhi, India. The scene takes place in the garden pathway leading to the prayer meeting area. The pathway is lined with sparse winter vegetation and gravel underfoot.
Characters
Mahatma Gandhi
primary
A frail, elderly man of 78 years with a slight build, deeply wrinkled face, and a prominent nose. His skin is weathered from years of fasting and outdoor activities. He walks barefoot, his feet hardened by years of simple living. His round wire-framed glasses rest on his nose, and his bald head is partially covered by a white cotton shawl.
Nathuram Godse
primary
A man in his late 30s, of medium height with a lean build, sharp features, and piercing eyes. His dark hair is neatly combed, and his demeanor is tense but controlled.
Aba Gandhi
secondary
A slender woman in her late 20s with delicate features, dark expressive eyes, and a serene countenance. Her dark hair is neatly tied back in a traditional bun, and she has a gentle but determined demeanor.
Guard
secondary
A tall, broad-shouldered man in his late 30s with a weathered face and close-cropped black hair. His dark eyes are alert but slightly fatigued from long hours of duty. His hands are calloused, and he moves with the disciplined posture of a trained security officer.
Dialog
Mahatma Gandhi
Hey Ram... The evening air carries much unrest today. Must we not meet it with peace, as always?
Nathuram Godse
Peace? Your peace has weakened us. Today, truth will be served differently.
Mahatma Gandhi
See here, my brother... Truth is never served by violence. The path of satya—
Nathuram Godse
Enough! No more speeches while Hindus bleed.
Mahatma Gandhi
Hey Ram...