Sayani Gupta Remembers Pritish Nandy: “A Rock Star Feminist and A True Visionary”

The film industry continues to mourn the loss of Pritish Nandy, the celebrated writer, filmmaker, and media personality, whose passing has left a profound impact on everyone who knew him. Actress Sayani Gupta, who worked with Nandy on the popular web series Four More Shots Please!, penned an emotional tribute to the late director on Instagram, recalling his magnetic presence and the warmth he radiated.

 

In her heartfelt note, Sayani described Nandy as "the youngest guy in the room, the most articulate and brilliant," always carrying a smile and a glint of mischief in his eyes. She recalled how he loved a good conversation and had a special fondness for Bong women — a testament to his charismatic, inclusive nature. "He loved a good conversation. He loved Bong women. And I knew he loved me," she wrote, emphasizing how Nandy never hesitated to express his admiration for the people around him. "There are very few people who are this magnetic."

 

Sayani went on to describe Nandy as an "absolute stalwart" and a "true visionary," acknowledging his significant contribution to creating some of the most iconic women characters in Indian cinema. She highlighted how Nandy was not just a filmmaker, but also a "rock star feminist," who broke stereotypes and helped bring complex female characters to the forefront.

 

Reflecting on his close bond with Mr. Ratan Tata, whose passing recently prompted deep thoughts, Sayani shared her shock and grief, writing, "Cannot believe he left us so soon. The head of our family just left us. Hasn't sunk in." She expressed her gratitude for the grace, wisdom, and guidance Nandy had shared with her, calling his loss "a deep, deep loss" and offering her love to both his family and their extended one in the industry.

 

Nandy's legacy as a mentor, a visionary, and an advocate for strong female narratives will continue to resonate in the years to come, with tributes from those who had the privilege of working with him, like Sayani Gupta, serving as a testament to his lasting impact.

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