Seema Biswas needs no introduction. Known for her powerful performances in films like Bandit Queen , she is recognized for her integrity and commitment to her craft, often choosing roles that challenge societal norms and portray reality. She has consistently demonstrated her dedication to meaningful storytelling.
In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, Biswas candidly reflected on her experiences in the film industry, particularly her role in the controversial film Bandit Queen, which went on to bag National Awards for Best Feature Film and Best Actress. She discussed the initial hesitation she felt due to the bold nature of the role and the criticism and derogatory remarks about her background. Her parents' supportive reaction after watching the film brought her a sense of validation.
Chalti Rahe Zindagi has been released. It's received very good reviews. During the lockdown, everyone was dealing with different situations at home—some common, some unique.
The lockdown itself was so disturbing, depressing, filled with negativity and difficulties, which we witnessed through the media. After that, if someone does some constructive work related to it, it brings a different kind of energy to the team, as the pandemic itself was becoming history. Creating such a story, even though it was temporary, was a lot of fun.
We discussed it thoroughly with the team and everyone else. And along with that, we had to take precautions during the pandemic—using sanitizers, getting permiss.