Rewatching the Film at the singapore Film Festival
Nandita Das recently revisited her landmark film fire at the singapore Film Festival after nearly 25 years.
She shared her experience through an instagram post featuring moments from her festival trip.
Watching the film on a big screen after so long evoked strong emotions and vivid memories for the actress.
Das expressed surprise at remembering almost every detail—dialogues, lighting, music, and the film’s overall rhythm.
Sitting beside director deepa mehta during the screening added an extra emotional layer to the experience.
Memories of Shooting the Film
Throughout the screening, Das and Mehta whispered to each other, reminiscing about their time on set.
Old memories resurfaced as they recalled specific scenes, shoot days, and shared experiences.
She also credited dilip Mehta for capturing the beautiful photographs that accompanied her reflections.
Personal Impact of Fire
Das emphasized that fire marked the beginning of her artistic and socially conscious journey.
The film shaped her not only as an actor but also as someone passionate about issues of “othering,” prejudice, fear, and discrimination.
She thanked deepa mehta for placing trust in her and casting her without an audition—an experience that deeply impacted her career.
Das fondly recalled the final days of the shoot, including a memorable team visit to a lush restaurant in Singapore’s Botanical Garden, describing it as three very happy days.
Legacy and Significance of Fire
Released in 1996, Fire was directed by deepa mehta and starred shabana azmi and nandita das in lead roles.
The film was one of the earliest mainstream indian movies to portray a lesbian relationship.
Its bold narrative sparked intense national controversy at the time, opening conversations on sexuality, representation, and freedom of expression.
Today, Fire is remembered as a groundbreaking work that influenced public discourse and marked a turning point in indian cinema.
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