Randeep Hooda unveils Jay Patel’s debut book Barrister Mr. Patel on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary 150 : Bollywood News

On the occasion of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, Indian–American author, actor, producer, and entrepreneur Jay Patel released his debut book, “Barrister Mr. Patel.” The book was officially launched in a soft launch event by acclaimed actor-writer-director-producer Randeep Hooda, who has supported the project from its inception. The book is co-written by filmmaker Abhishek Dudhaiya.

Randeep Hooda unveils Jay Patel’s debut book Barrister Mr. Patel on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary

Today, the book received its formal unveiling at the International Book Festival 2025, where it was presented by Shri Bhupendra Patel, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, and Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India. The festival launch coincided with the national observances around Sardar Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, commemorating India’s Iron Man and the architect of national unity.

The acclaimed actor, writer, director, and producer Randeep Hooda, who unveiled the book globally and shared his personal connection to its origin, said: “I clearly remember when my friend Jay called me from outside Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s house in London two years ago. He was deeply moved and told me, ‘The world knows Sardar as the Iron Man of India and the unifier of our nation but very few know about his brilliance as a student, his intelligence, and his journey as a world-class barrister.’

I told him right then, ‘You must write that story.’ That’s how the title Barrister Mr. Patel was born. I’m so proud that through this book, the new generation will learn about the knowledge, courage, and sacrifices of our freedom fighters who shaped modern India.”

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After two years of extensive research, including archival exploration and field work in London, Jay Patel presents a deeply researched and inspiring account of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s early years tracing his transformation from a sharp legal mind into one of India’s greatest nation-builders.

Randeep Hooda and Jay Patel have worked together as actors in Randeep Hooda's directorial Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, where Jay Patel played the role of Shyamji Krishna Verma, an Indian revolutionary and founder of India House.

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