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For starters, I Want to Talk could have been an American film. Our persistent protagonist could have been an American man. Shoojit Sircar’s latest is already set in the USA, and it does look a lot like some post 2010 American indies. Even at heart, the approach is very non-bollywood – which probably is the reason for it turning out to be a box office bomb. But from start to end, it is very much clear that this is exactly how Sircar wanted to tell the story – with all his usual quirks, his typical brand of humor and some very ear pleasing Taba Chake songs thrown in the middle. Those songs – despite just being used as narrative tools – are the only thing making I Want to Talk an Indian movie. Of course, we can’t ignore the fact that the story is, in fact, inspired by cancer survivor Arjun Sen. Abhishek Bachchan,...

Shoojit Sircar On Irrfan Khan’s Mental Struggle (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Filmmaker Shoojit Sircar shared a special bond with late actor Irrfan Khan. The two collaborated on the 2015 hit Piku apart from being close friends. Shoojit admired Irrfan’s act so much that he wrote the script of his film I Want to Talk while keeping the actor in mind.

The actor sadly passed away in April 2020 after a battle with neuroendocrine cancer. Shoojit has now opened up about the last days of Irrfan, revealing that he was constantly in touch with him, but the actor lost a mental battle to the illness.

Shoojit Sircar Reveals Irrfan Khan Lost Mental Battle to Cancer Before His Death

Shoojit Sircar recently had an interaction with ETimes where he talked about the inspiration behind his film I Want to Talk. The filmmaker was asked how he would react if he faced a health...

Mixed Bag at Netflix: Bhansali’s Debut Disappoints While Aamir Khan Scores Big, Prabhas News Surfaces & Arjun Kapoor Helps Young Vendor. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Here’s today’s entertainment world’s news wrapped in a nutshell: First up, casting news! Prabhas was almost Arya, but now his upcoming film Salaar 2 teases a potential clash of titans with Yash. Deepika Padukone reminisced about Piku with a throwback pic alongside Amitabh Bachchan and the late Irrfan Khan.

Moving on to releases, Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 is finally locked in for a June release, while Aamir Khan’s Laapata Ladies is a hit on Netflix. But the Ott platform’s Heeramandi by Bhansali seems to have disappointed viewers.

There’s a heartwarming story, too, with Arjun Kapoor helping a young vendor in Delhi. Mr. & Mrs. Mahi starring Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor might recreate the iconic “Dekha Tenu” verse.

And finally,...

Shoojit Sircar’s cinematic masterpiece “Piku,” crafted in 2015, continues to touch hearts with its profound narrative and stellar performances. As the film commemorates its 9th anniversary, Deepika Padukone, the leading lady, took to social media to share a never-before-seen behind-the-scenes photo.

The image encapsulates the essence of “Piku,” showcasing the endearing camaraderie between Deepika, Amitabh Bachchan, and the late Irrfan Khan. Deepika’s caption, reminiscing about Amitabh Bachchan’s playful teasing, adds a nostalgic charm to the moment, echoing the fond memories associated with the film.

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In “Piku,” Deepika’s portrayal of the titular character was hailed for its depth and authenticity, transcending the typical Bollywood glamor. Her depiction of a modern, independent woman balancing familial responsibilities struck a chord with audiences, resonating deeply with their own experiences and emotions.

As fans reminisce...