'They improvised and added...' Imtiaz Ali on Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor's intense scene in Tamasha

Imtiaz Ali recently spilled some beans on Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor's intense cafe scene in Tamasha. He also revealed that the scene was shot over two nights.

Managing Deepika’s emotions

In conversation with Pinkvilla, Imtiaz said, "There’s a point where Tara would start crying. To bring her back to the point where she was not crying, and then take her back again over that bridge of breaking down had to be negotiated." The director said that even some great shots had to be cut so Deepika could perform the scene without completely breaking down.

Praise for the actors’ improvisation

Imtiaz Ali praised Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone for their skill in handling complex emotions. He said, “You need actors like Deepika and Ranbir for such scenes. They improvised and added small details that made the scene what it became.”

Cruelty and emotional tension

He described the scene as “cruel” because Ved knows how he’s treating Tara but can’t control himself, showing the two sides of his personality. At the same time, Tara can’t let go, heightening the emotional tension.

The scene is set in a public café in Delhi, just before the song Agar Tum Saath Ho, which adds to its raw, exposed feel. Imtiaz Ali described Ved’s behavior as a mix of self-mockery and vulnerability, showing both his awareness of Tara and his own flaws. Tara senses his need for help, but Ved doesn’t seek sympathy, making the interaction tense and emotionally charged.