Explained: How ‘Gumnaami’ has resurrected the theories of Subhas Chandra Bose’s death

There are several theories regarding the death and disappearance of Netaji. However, three have got more currency leading to multiple probes and endless debates.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose inspecting and INA regiment. (File)

A controversy has erupted over the upcoming Bengali film ‘Gumnaami’ which deals with the alleged theory of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose living disguised as an unnamed mystic in Uttar Pradesh post Independence. Family members of the freedom fighter have expressed their strong objection to the film and portrayal of Netaji as Gumnaami Baba, saying it amounts to a great insult to Bose, who they believe died in a plane crash near Taihoku Airport in Taipei on August 18, 1945.