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Last Updated: November 22, 2024, 03:51 IST
Shoojit Sircar highlights the distinguishing aspect between Piku and I Want To Talk in their portrayal of father-daughter dynamics.
The film I Want To Talk, featuring Abhishek Bachchan, premieres in theaters today.
Themes of loss and mourning are central to the narratives crafted by Shoojit Sircar, evident in films such as Piku, October, and his newest venture, I Want To Talk. This latest release adds depth to a trilogy of cinematic experiences that contemplate grief. The film tells the story of a man who confronts laryngeal cancer, undergoing a staggering number of surgeries while refusing to succumb to despair. It is within his complex relationship with his daughter that healing unfolds, as she comes to terms with the severity of his condition.
In a recent interview, Shoojit conveyed how his creative explorations have provided him with personal solace. “It’s a therapeutic experience because acknowledging death as the ultimate truth is essential. While many shy away from such thoughts, approaching them with humor can be extraordinarily liberating,” he noted.
Reflecting on his artistic journey, he elaborated, “If I avoid the subject of death, I risk living in constant fear. Embracing this reality allows one to confront all challenges more boldly. Through his challenges, Arjun’s life resembles a rollercoaster, yet he maintains his resilience.”
Shoojit revealed that even his earlier work, Shoebite, represented his long-standing engagement with the theme of mortality. “My fascination with death is a recurring element in my films, be it Piku, October, or even the unfinished Shoebite. It captures a significant facet of human existence,” he explained.
Both Piku and I Want To Talk explore the intricacies of father-daughter relationships. Discussing this connection, Shoojit remarked, “While viewers might see parallels between Bhaskor from Piku and Arjun, they also possess unique traits that reflect their own quirks and complexities.”
However, he emphasizes a fundamental distinction between the two films: “In Piku, the narrative centers around the father nurturing the daughter, while in I Want To Talk, the dynamic shifts—the daughter effectively guides her father. She plays a crucial role in dictating his actions and bridging their emotional divide, although he both comprehends and overlooks certain cues along the way.”
When asked about his preference for stories centered on father-daughter relationships, Shoojit clarified, “It’s more accurate to call them daughter-father stories. My own daughters significantly influence my life, serving as crucial decision-makers. It’s a shared bond among us, as Abhishek and others in our circle are similarly proud fathers of daughters.”
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