Synopsis
Actor Abhishek Bachchan has been nominated for Best Actor for his role in 'I Want To Talk' at the Critics' Choice Awards. He describes the film as an incredibly special journey and expresses his gratitude for the recognition.Key Takeaways
- Abhishek Bachchan nominated for Best Actor.
- I Want To Talk is based on a true story.
- New documentary category introduced at the awards.
- Konkona Sen Sharma also nominated for her role.
- Critics' Choice Awards celebrate excellence in Indian cinema.
Mumbai, March 6 (NationPress) Actor Abhishek Bachchan, nominated for Best Actor for I Want To Talk at the 7th Critics' Choice Awards, has referred to the film as an incredibly special journey.
Abhishek expressed: “I am truly honoured to receive a nomination for Best Actor for ‘I Want To Talk’ by the Film Critics Guild. This film represents an incredibly special journey, and having my performance acknowledged by such a highly regarded panel of critics means a lot to me. I am deeply grateful to the Film Critics Guild for this recognition.”
“I Want to Talk” is a drama film directed by Shoojit Sircar. The film features Abhishek Bachchan in the lead role and is inspired by the true story of Arjun Sen, a cancer survivor who faces life-changing surgery while navigating a complex relationship with his daughter since her childhood.
Actress Konkona Sen Sharma, nominated for Best Actress for Killer Soup, mentioned that being nominated for the Critics’ Choice Awards is always a privilege, and being nominated for Abhishek Chaubey’s Killer Soup makes it even more significant for her.
“Killer Soup” is a black comedy crime thriller television series directed by Abhishek Chaubey, starring Konkona Sen Sharma and Manoj Bajpayee. It is loosely based on a 2017 case in Telangana.
This year, a new category for documentaries has been added, further broadening its acknowledgment of excellence across all languages and platforms in India. By highlighting stories from diverse regions of the country, the awards provide a central platform for voices that reflect India's rich cultural and creative tapestry.
Kani Kusruti, nominated in three categories for her performances in Girls Will Be Girls, Poacher, and All We Imagine as Light, stated: “Being nominated in three different categories for my three different performances is a once-in-a-lifetime honor. I am profoundly humbled by this recognition; the experience feels surreal.”
The Critics' Choice Awards (CCA) jury consists of a distinguished panel of 59 film critics, all members of the Film Critics Guild.
Anupama Chopra, Chairperson of the Film Critics Guild, shared her insights on this year’s nominations: “We are excited to celebrate the 7th Critics' Choice Awards 2025, made even more special with the introduction of a new category for Indian documentaries - an often-overlooked yet essential aspect of Indian cinema. With this addition, we aim to illuminate this burgeoning industry and emphasize our commitment to honoring exceptional storytelling across various formats, including short films, web series, documentaries, and feature films.”
Ashwin Padmanabhan, Chief Operating Officer, GroupM South Asia, remarked, “The past year—2024—has proven to be a remarkable testament to the transformative power of storytelling, particularly in the Indian context. Our content continues to break new ground across every format, with the Critics' Choice Awards standing as a beacon of excellence. This celebration honors the visionaries who push creative boundaries, redefine narratives, and establish new benchmarks for the industry.”
Abhayanand Singh, Co-Founder, Vistas.Media, commented, “This annual calendar event has become a celebration of the best of Indian cinema, and we congratulate all participants for spreading joy to the world with their work.”
