Nandita Das on Her Unconventional Journey in Cinema: 'Freedom to Say No' is a Greater Privilege
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Actor-filmmaker Nandita Das has spent nearly three decades navigating the ever-changing world of cinema. In a candid conversation, she reveals how economics has increasingly compromised art, leading her to choose a path that prioritizes her craft over commercial success. Despite losing out on roles, Nandita remains unapologetic about her choices, citing the freedom to say no as a greater privilege. Nandita's journey began in the late 1990s, with notable films like Fire (1996) and Earth (1998). She has consistently pursued projects that resonate with her, even if they don't guarantee box office success. "Time is the only true judge of art," she emphasizes. "I have no interest in getting involved in the business side of cinema, as it can be challenging and compromising.