One of the most endearing qualities of a director as Shoojit Sircar is his art of representing emotions in his films. Be the favorite of worship Piku (2015), mixed without problems with the ups and downs of human emotions; or the last launch I want to talk (2024), the story of a sick father on a path of recovery and reconnecting with his daughter.
But where do the depth of understanding something as complicated as human feelings develop?
The director tells him NDTV In an exclusive interview, “many of these emotions come from personal experiences and observations. In addition, of course, what is the story and what the character happens. The actors take a bit to enter the director’s mind, and where they come from These emotions. “
I want to talk He was released in theaters on November 22, 2024. He fell in Ott on January 17, 2025.
Abhishek Bachchan plays the role of a marketing professional named Arjun Sen., Suddenly he is diagnosed with the last stage of laryngeal cancer, and is given a 100 -day ultimatum to live.
The story takes place at its own pace, with Arjun taking the time of life, one day at the same time.
Why there is no direct launch of Ott
With an increasing audience in Ott, niches such as I want to talk They are often launched on transmission platforms for a larger reception.
I want to talk It is presented as a film that would probably not get fans of more conventional Bollywood films to the theaters.
“It’s not so difficult to absorb. It’s a simple storytelling,” says Shoojit Sircar.
The director responds to the idea of why he does not completely agree that he is a niche movie. It has been a very relevant conversation issue during the release and promotions of the film.
Sircar says: “I want to talk Like a niche movie or not, I would say that being a niche movie has many ways. This film is based on the United States, so many languages are spoken. The movie title is in English. Many cinema lovers are exposed to a lot of international content. What do you call the subjects they look at? So, if you look from that perspective, I never thought that my movie was in that niche category. “
However, focusing on how people have been reacting to the film, Shoojit Sircar adds: “But today, yes, many people tell me that about the movie; then, it is very difficult for me to identify what a niche is and what It is not a niche, and how that would affect people who come to movie theaters. “
Abhishek Bachchan as a friend against Abhishek Bachchan
Shoojit Sircar smiles while talking about Abhishek Bachchan beyond the actor he is.
He says: “I have seen Abhishek in a football field, in sets and at home. There is a certain type of warmth and kindness that he naturally has. He is also a joker. Then, he has that mischievous element in him, than He is very charming. “
So what made Abhishek Bachchan I want to talk?
The director says: “Precisely all these personality traits.”
Shoojit Sircar adds: “You know Arjun Sen (I want to talk It is based on the life of a cancer survivor and the many surgeries that alter the life they went through) is also my friend. Then, personalities simply fit. That is what made me go with Abhishek. And you will see that there is a little brightness in Abhishek’s eyes, which says a lot about pain, but also sees life with humor. Abhishek has a lot of realism in him, if portrayed correctly. So, these little factors assured me of my choice and throwing Abhishek. “
Box office mania
Although the film received critical acclamation, I want to talk He did not get a large score at the box office. Does experienced directors as Shoojit Sircar bother?
The director says: “I want to make the movies the time I can do in my terms, and the vision I have. And sometimes it disturbs you. I was completely disoriented because I did not know what worked or not exactly in terms of audiences that go to the theater.
Amitabh Bachchan’s reaction to the movie
Shoojit Sircar has worked with Amitabh Bachchan in films such as Piku (2015) and Gulabo Sitabo (2020). Then, the director spoke with Bachchan Senior during the course of I want to talk.
Abhishek the best .. I love you https://t.co/cc6omzzoz
– Amitabh Bachchan (@srbachchan) November 21, 2024
He says: “Yes, I talked to Mr. Bachchan. I appreciated the movie and said:” You do what you are good, Shoojit. I am happy that you can make the movie as you wanted. “He had also shared his blessings in social networks.”
The actors come with their own intelligence
Taking into account the emotional quotient in Shojit Sircar movies, how do actors who use the attire of the characters that the director imagine?
Taking light, Abhishek Bachchan’s character, Arjun Sen, who is involved in an emotional whirlwind with an incurable disease and his complicated relationship with his family.
Does it hit too close to home? Where is the line drawn between these various layers of the characters and not let it affect it personally?
Shoojit Sircar says: “When the actors are ready to work with me, they come with a certain type of dedication and understanding that they are working with me. Then, they allow me time because the method is quite different. I do not accept simply surrendering, it is a very word Abused, the director surrenders.
He adds: “And I use his understanding for my benefit and my character. It also comes from what they do there and what I keep in the editing table. Sometimes, some sequences are improvised, which I have not imagined during the writing process .
With I want to talkThe director of Ace confirms that the communication is in fact the key. All you need is to have someone you can go and say: “I want to talk.”
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