Badla actually happened because of Taapsee
Throughout her career, Taapsee Pannu has consistently chosen roles that challenge the status quo, establishing herself as a versatile actress in the Indian film industry. Known for her bold choices, Taapsee has portrayed a variety of characters that showcase her range and depth. In a recent conversation, Sujoy Ghosh, the director of ‘Badla’, revealed an interesting anecdote about how the film came to be. Sujoy shared that the project was initiated by Taapsee herself, as she had approached Sujoy with the script of ‘Badla’.
In a recent interview Sujoy Ghosh opened up about Badla and said,“Badla actually happened because of Taapsee, she first came to me with that script and I said no no nahi karna hein (we are not doing it). Then Akshai and Sunir [Producers] came to me with the same thing and were saying they are changing it,” Sujoy revealed. Taapsee’s determination and belief in the project were instrumental in bringing it to life, and Sujoy further elaborated on the conditions he set before agreeing to take on the film, quoting, “So I had one request on the thing, that Amitabh ji and I will rewrite the script. Toh jab yeh do mil gaya toh mein ne kiya (when this condition was met, we did the film).”
Released in 2019, ‘Badla’ is a gripping thriller where Taapsee Pannu plays Naina Sethi, a successful businesswoman whose life takes a dramatic turn when she is accused of murdering her lover. Taapsee’s portrayal of Naina is both intense and nuanced, capturing the character's complexity and inner turmoil. Her performance was widely acclaimed, with critics praising her ability to convey vulnerability and strength simultaneously.
Through her choices, Taapsee continues to break barriers and redefine what it means to be a trailblazing actress in contemporary cinema. Whether it's a self-reliant woman in ‘Manmarziyaan’ or a woman fighting for justice in ‘Pink’, Taapsee has constantly pushed the envelope with her performances.