Vicky Donor, Piku, Gulabo Sitabo, October & more: Shoojit Sircar – An extraordinary story teller of ordinary stories

Indian cinema has seen a paradigm shift in years in terms of storytelling! It has evolved over generations with its own ups and downs, applauds and criticism, box office successes and failures and so on. It has overcome such challenges time and again with sheer resilience and that’s what we call ‘The Magic of Cinema’. It is this make-believe world that has given us the stalwart in the art of storytelling & one such name that has been striving to give audiences the human stories of hopes and happiness is Shoojit Sircar.

“What I have developed over the years working with Shoojit is an immense respect for his craft and his understanding of the subject he chooses to make, and the great cinematic guile he possesses in designing his characters. Each time I have a confirmation in mind that this what Shoojit is thinking he comes out and destroys it by giving me much better options in my thoughts.” writes the legendary Amitabh Bachchan in an interview to a renowned publication.

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As one of India’s foremost directors both for films and ad films Shoojit Sircar is known for his authentic & in-depth portrayals of a wide range of stories and genres. From Social comedies like Vicky Donor, and Piku to Political action dramas like _Sardar Udham_ and Madras Cafe, Sircar never misses to capture the complex emotions each narrative contains.

With such a diverse and distinct repertoire of films, Shoojit Sircar today stands out as one of the most important and original voices of Indian Cinema. Besides bringing forth such quality cinema, Shoojit Sircar has also taken up the mantle of backing projects as a producer and writer as well.

Shoojit Sircar started his own film company called Rising Sun Films in 2007 with Ronnie Lahiri.

Together, they’ve produced some game-changing movies which has its own standing in the society. The plethora of genres that RSF have presented to cinema lovers is diverse and unique in its own ways. Be it Vicky Donor, a heartwarming story on a complex social subject which became a household topic of discussion in the country or be it Madras Café a gripping action drama that dealt with a relevant geopolitical issue. A story like Pink played an important role in defining the actual meaning of consent and revolutionised the way women are to be perceived in contemporary society. On the other hand, RSF gave us light-hearted simple but strongly emotional stories like Piku which is a cathartic journey of a father-daughter relationship or a Gulabo Sitabo which explores the intricacies of human nature and emotions. What sets RSF apart is their ability to produce films in a nuanced manner without relying on traditional elements of filmmaking. One such example is October, where Shoojit Sircar crafted a performance and story-driven compelling love story that delves into the depths of human emotions.

The latest gem from this production house Sardar Udham was a perfect example of an in-depth research-driven biopic which not only showcases the life of a freedom fighter through a strong emotional lens but also is a perfect example of ‘scale meets good storytelling’.

However, beyond these cinematic feats, their age-old legacy lies in nurturing new talents be it technicians or actors, with each new project. Shoojit Sircar is a magician who can hone the actor’s talent and bring out their best performances. Many known actors have gone on record to say that their best performances in their career are in a Shoojit Sircar film.

With his impeccable craft, Shoojit Sircar is one of the rare Indian film-makers who can tap into human emotions and create extraordinary stories of ordinary people. These human dramas have a universal value and appeal which has been appreciated by audiences globally. He is one of the rare film-makers whose films are reviewed in depth by the critics and at the same time have given box office success.

What’s truly great about Sircar is his commitment to making movies that matter. Rising Sun Films aims to share powerful stories that resonate with audiences and celebrate life through cinema. In an industry that often follows temporary trends, Shoojit Sircar stands out as someone focused on timeless storytelling and the positive impact movies can have on people.