<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Filmmaker Shoojit Sircar considers Amitabh Bachchan&rsquo;s portrayal of Bhaskor Banerjee in Piku to be one of the veteran actor&rsquo;s most exceptional performances. He shared that Bachchan brought the character to life with remarkable depth, authenticity, and joy.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">&ldquo;For me, it&rsquo;s truly one of Bachchan&rsquo;s finest roles,&rdquo; Shoojit said. &ldquo;He poured his heart into the film. During the shoot, it was evident how much he was enjoying himself&mdash;every script reading, every scene, every detail. He stayed on set even when he didn&rsquo;t need to, simply because he was so engaged.&rdquo;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Shoojit recalled how Bachchan would sometimes repeat scenes voluntarily, driven by a personal desire to give his absolute best. &ldquo;You could see it in his eyes and his energy&mdash;he was completely immersed in the character.&rdquo;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">What stood out to the director was Bachchan&rsquo;s masterful use of small, everyday gestures to bring Bhaskor to life. &ldquo;It was in the subtle moments&mdash;how he interacted with the house help, his grumpiness with neighbors, the way he sat, ate, or spoke at the dining table. These seemingly simple details made the performance incredibly real and charming. I was completely captivated.&rdquo;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Piku tells the story of an independent architect and her aging, demanding father. Despite their frequent arguments and clashing views, a road trip to Kolkata helps deepen their bond. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Irrfan Khan, with supporting roles by Moushumi Chatterjee, Jisshu Sengupta, and Raghubir Yadav. It is set to be re-released on May 9, marking nearly a decade since its original release.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">Beyond its humor and emotional depth, the film touches on a very relevant issue&mdash;caring for elderly parents in today&rsquo;s fast-paced world. Shoojit reflected on this theme, saying, &ldquo;Parental caregiving is becoming more and more important. In the modern family structure, it has even become a kind of crisis. Piku highlights the emotional responsibility adult children have towards their aging parents.&rdquo;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">He added, &ldquo;Piku doesn&rsquo;t shy away from her duties. She realizes that if we don&rsquo;t look after our elders, they may not survive&mdash;not just physically, but emotionally. The film strongly conveys that when parents grow old, they often can&rsquo;t manage alone. It&rsquo;s our presence and support that helps them live with dignity.&rdquo;</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;">According to Shoojit, Piku represents a progressive mindset&mdash;someone who embraces both modern values and traditional responsibilities. &ldquo;She&rsquo;s clear about her role, and I think that clarity is one of the most important lessons to take away from the film.&rdquo;</span></div>

Director recalls Big B’s joyful immersion into the role of Bhaskor Banerjee, calling it a masterclass in subtlety and realism

Shoojit Sircar Says Amitabh Bachchan's Performance in Piku Is Among His Finest

Director recalls Big B’s joyful immersion into the role of Bhaskor Banerjee, calling it a masterclass in subtlety and realism

May 2, 2025 | 18:21 IST