Actor Abhishek Bachchan is making headlines once again, not for the divorce rumours surrounding him and his wife Aishwarya Bachchan, but for his upcoming film I Want to Talk, directed by Shoojit Sircar. The film's poster, unveiled on October 25, 2024, features Abhishek in a long coat and cartoon-printed pants, proudly showcasing a pot belly with surgery marks.
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"Bolne ke liye toh bohot kuch hai but then, a picture ‘talks’ a thousand words," he wrote while sharing the poster, highlighting the film's message.
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As we anticipate this unique role, let’s take a look at five other performances where Abhishek Bachchan challenged norms and showcased his versatility as an actor.
Abhishek Bachchan's Iconic Roles
Yuva: (IMDb Rating 7.3/10)
In his first collaboration with maestro Mani Ratnam, Bachchan delivered a breakthrough performance as Lallan Singh, shedding his polished image as a raw, street-smart gangster. The political thriller, enhanced by A R Rahman's haunting score, showcased Bachchan's versatility through his compelling chemistry with Rani Mukherjee. The film's three intertwined storylines allowed him to explore the complexities of a character far removed from typical Bollywood heroism.
Manmarziyaan: (IMDb Rating 6.9/10)
Breaking away from the conventional romantic hero template, Bachchan portrayed a level-headed banker in Anurag Kashyap's unconventional love story. His nuanced performance as a man willing to accept his wife's past challenged traditional Bollywood masculinity, earning acclaim from both audiences and industry peers.
Phir Milenge: (IMDb Rating 6.1/10)
In Revathy's directorial debut, Bachchan took on the role of Tarun, a lawyer fighting for HIV-positive discrimination victims. The film tackled sensitive social issues while presenting medical facts about HIV/AIDS, with Bachchan's character championing justice against societal prejudices. His portrayal helped destigmatize conversations around HIV in mainstream Indian cinema.
Raavan: (IMDb Rating 5.4/10)
Reuniting with Mani Ratnam, Bachchan boldly reimagined Raavan in a modern context. Despite the film's commercial performance, critics praised his "immensely watchable" portrayal of moral ambiguity. Working alongside Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, he brought depth to a character traditionally viewed as purely antagonistic, challenging audiences to question traditional hero-villain dynamics.
Ludo: (IMDb Rating 7.6/10)
During the pandemic, Bachchan's portrayal of Bittu in Anurag Basu's Netflix release demonstrated his ability to bring humanity to seemingly dark characters. As he described it, the role was a "classic 'hard exterior with a soft heart' kind of character." His performance in this anthology film proved that streaming platforms could offer actors space to experiment with layered characterisations.
His latest venture, I Want To Talk, is produced by Rising Sun Films and Kino Works. Abhishek Bachchan was last seen in Ghoomer.
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