Shabana Azmi Calls Abhishek Bachchan’s Performance In I Want To Talk His 'Career Best'

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Abhishek Bachchan's performance in I Want To Talk has received high praise from veteran actress Shabana Azmi, who called it his "career best." Directed by Shoojit Sircar, the film may not be doing great at the box office, but it's winning hearts for its powerful performances. Azmi recently took to Instagram to share her admiration for Bachchan's role, saying his performance was "undoubtedly his career best."

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Shabana Azmi praised Abhishek Bachchan for fully immersing himself in his role and shedding the typical "inherent vanity" that many actors tend to hold on to. She expressed admiration for how Bachchan embraced the character with sincerity and depth, calling it a remarkable transformation.

Amitabh Bachchan also weighed in on his son's performance in I Want To Talk. In a blog post, he highlighted how the film captivates its audience, making them feel deeply involved in the story. He described the film as something that "invites you to BE the film," emphasizing its emotional pull and immersive experience.

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Amitabh further lauded his son’s portrayal, stating that in the film, Abhishek wasn’t just himself but truly became the character, Arjun Sen. He expressed his strong belief in his son’s performance, reassuring that despite others' opinions, his praise for the film stood firm.

The film, based on a real-life story of an NRI cancer survivor and Shoojit Sircar’s friend, explores the complex relationship between a father, Arjun Sen (played by Bachchan), and his daughter, Reya (played by Ahilya Bamroo). The emotional drama also features Johnny Lever, Pearl Dey, and others in supporting roles. Despite its slow box-office pace, I Want To Talk continues to receive praise for its poignant storytelling and standout performances.

I Want To Talk is now in cinemas!