Exclusive Interview! Bidita Bag: I’ve given more than a decade to this industry, and still struggling

Actress Bidita Bag had started her career with the Bengali film ‘Ichhe’ in 2011. Then she played some key roles in ‘Kagojer Nouka’, ‘Sangabora’ and ‘Bouma’. Barring these few films, we haven’t seen more of her in Bengali films. Even Bidita is confused whenever one asks her why she can’t be seen in Bengali films these days.
“I don’t know why I am not getting any Bengali film offers.I used to edit and courier my showreels to every renowned director in Kolkata. They said they will keep me in mind in their next project but that day never came. Honestly speaking, I have not given as much effort to get even Hindi film offers. I am aware of the Bengali film industry. It has grown manifolds and churning out a variety of content. And I would love to act in a Bengali film. However, the Bengali audience will hopefully get to see me soon in Goutam Halder’s ‘Nirban’. The film’s release got pushed back due to the pandemic, but it’s been making the rounds of festivals,” shares Bidita in an exclusive chat with ETimes.
The Kolkata girl will soon be seen in the Hindi drama ‘Fauji Calling’ and Bidita is eagerly waiting to see the audience response to her film. "I’m really looking forward to this film with Sharman Joshi, which is a tribute to the families of our soldiers. I play the wife of a soldier who is posted on the LoC. Along with our brave soldiers, even their families make a lot of sacrifices and go through several ups and downs. The film highlights that aspect of a soldier’s family and hence, the wife becomes the focal point in that sense,” shares the talented actress adding that she has another film opposite Shreyas Talpade in the post-production stage. It is a comedy that talks about child adoption.