The movie "Swades" beautifully portrays various leadership qualities through its protagonist, Mohan Bhargava, portrayed by Shah Rukh Khan. It teaches us that true leadership involves recognizing the problems within a community, taking responsibility, and bringing about positive change. Mohan Bhargava serves as a great example of a leader who understands the needs of the people, empathizes with them, and takes action to create a better future for everyone.

1. Presented by Mirza Anum
Ali
MSMS (2221103)
“Swades”
Movie Review on
Leadership Qualities

2. Movie Characters
Shahrukh Khan
As Mohan Bhargava
Gayatri Joshi
As Gita
Kishori Ballal
As Kaveri Amma
Markand
Deshpande
As Fakhir
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3. Summary
SWADES is a Bollywood movie that was released
on December 17, 2004. The movie follows the
story of Mohan Bhargava, an Indian-American
NASA scientist, return to his homeland to find his
childhood nanny (Kaveriamma). Mohan
discovered, and realizes more about Indian
origins. He realizes that his country requires him
more than any other country he starts and
successfully completes a project of providing
electricity to the village.
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4. Theory Aspect
The Trait theory of leadership suggest that certain inherent qualities or traits
contribute to effect leadership. In the case of Mohan Bargava from Swades, he
possesses several qualities that align with this theory.
For example, he demonstrates determination by leaving his comfortable life in
the US to make a difference in his homeland. He also shows empathy by
understanding and connecting with the struggles of the villagers. Additionally, his
strong sense of responsibility drives him to take action and lead the community
towards progress.
These qualities make him an inspiring and effective leader in the movie.
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5. Leadership Style
THE WAY LEADERS INFLUENCE THEIR FOLLOWERS IS CALLED
LEADERSHIP STYLE
Mohan Bhargava Portray A True Leader In SWADES Movie. Leadership
Style For Mohan Is Transformational. Ready To Take Responsibility Attitude
Mohan Represents A True Transformational Leader Who Changes The
Destiny Of A Small Village And Leaves A Question In Everyone’s Mind
“CAN I BE A LEADER WHO CAN UPROOT THE PROBLEMS OF INDIAAND
MAKE IT SHINE?”

6. We have instances of Mohan’s leadership in which there are certain inevitable
qualities of leader like;
• Knowledge
• Vision
• Leadership skill
• Negotiation Skill
• Ability to adapt to change
• Positive Mindset
• Motivational Skill
• Empathy
• Teamwork
• Convincing Power
• Strategic Thinking
• Diverse
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7. Mohan As A LEADER
Leadership aspects in the movie is shown when
Mohan led project of generating electricity and
all the villagers followed him in completing the
project.
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9. Motivation
Motivation is defined as the process that
initiates, guides and maintains goal-oriented
behaviour. This expect can be seen in the movie
when Sharukh Khan tries to motivate the
postman regarding the value of education for
children Similarly, in an organization one
should get motivated or should motivate others
to do his/her best in the organization.
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10. Convincing Power
In the movie, the scene where the children says and tries
to convince the passengers on the train to take water of
25p. When no one was taking water, he targeted a man
and asked him personally and convinced him to take
water and he succeed. Similarly in the organization a
Boss or a leader or a manger should have the convincing
power so that all the members of the organization should
work for the common goal in the organization.
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11. Team Work
Team work means I to We concept.
Team work can be seen in the movie
when Mohan was able to empower the
community to take their needs into their
own hands and collectively villagers
started working as a team.
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12. Influencing Power
In this movie, Mohan explained the villagers that it is important for everyone to
take initiative, to stand together for a common purpose. As in movie the villagers
says that this village will never be change ,where Mohan explained everyone
that for change one cant bring the change but if everyone want it is possible.
Similarly in the organization one should influence others in right direction so
every member work together in the organization to accomplish a common goal.
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13. A leader empowers his people
People are your greatest asset. When Mohan
understood that his primary issue was the
differences among the people, he set about
resolving them. He made the villagers understand
the value of education, unity, and the power of
the people.
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14. A leader knows when to say sorry:
As a leader, you should never be afraid to apologize.
Mohan admits his faults, apologizes, and corrects them
several times during the film. He demonstrates the most
admirable and crucial attribute of a leader: listening to
criticism, acknowledging mistakes, and striving for better.
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15. LEADERSHIP LESSON
In this movie Swades, Mohan Bhargava teaches us a valuable leadership
lesson. He shows us that true leadership involves recognizing the problems
within a community and taking responsibility to bring about positive
change. Mohan’s determination, empathy, and willingness to take action
inspire others to join him in making a difference. It reminds us that
leadership is not just about authority, but about making a meaningful
impact on the lives of others.
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