Nandana Sen is a renowned Indian actress, writer, and child-rights activist whose birthday is celebrated every year on August 19. She is known for her roles in films such as Rang Rasiya and I Am Kalam, and her activism in raising awareness on child rights and gender equality. This year, Nandana Sen celebrates her birthday by looking back on her controversial role in Rang Rasiya, the making of the film, the repercussions of her role, the reception of the film, and her legacy.
Nandana Sen’s Birthday
Nandana Sen was born on August 19, 1967 in Kolkata, India. She is the daughter of Nobel laureate economist Amartya Sen and Padma Shri winning Indian author Nabanita Dev Sen. She holds a degree in Comparative Literature from Harvard University, and has acted in several films, including Rang Rasiya and I Am Kalam. She has also written and directed several short films.
Nandana Sen’s Controversial Role
In 2008, Nandana Sen made her debut in the controversial film Rang Rasiya, which was based on the life of the 19th century Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma. Nandana Sen played the role of Sugandha, a model for some of Ravi Varma’s most famous paintings. The film, which was released in 2014, was controversial due to its explicit content and its portrayal of the relationship between Sugandha and Ravi Varma.
The Making Of Rang Rasiya
Rang Rasiya was directed by Ketan Mehta and written by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The film was shot in various locations in India, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Kerala. The film featured an ensemble cast, including Randeep Hooda, who played Raja Ravi Varma, and Nandana Sen, who played Sugandha. The film was released to critical acclaim and was nominated for the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi.
Nandana Sen’s Repercussions
Nandana Sen’s role in Rang Rasiya was met with much criticism in India. The film was accused of being too explicit and of glorifying a relationship between a much older man and a young woman. This led to Nandana Sen being subjected to much criticism and scrutiny.
The Reception Of Rang Rasiya
Despite the controversy,
