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Pink at 10: Bachchan's script role revealed
18 Sep
Summary
- Amitabh Bachchan's involvement significantly boosted the film's profile.
- Discussions with Bachchan heavily influenced the film's script.
- The 'no means no' consent message emerged from script discussions.
Ten years after its release, director Shoojit Sircar has shared insights into the making of the legal drama 'Pink'. He revealed that Amitabh Bachchan's agreement to star transformed the project's profile and intensified his own focus. Sircar described the script as incomplete when Bachchan joined, leading to extensive discussions that were pivotal in shaping the final narrative.
These collaborative sessions, often held late at night in Kolkata, saw Bachchan contribute potent ideas, making the film a true joint effort. The pivotal 'no means no' message, central to the film's impact on consent awareness, emerged organically from these script development meetings, giving the team a clear direction.
The film's crucial court sequence was finalized close to the shoot's end, with writer Ritesh Shah dedicating extra days to complete the screenplay. The team, alongside Bachchan, ultimately decided on a direct and matter-of-fact delivery for the iconic 'no means no' line, cementing its place in cultural dialogue.
