Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway director reflects on Rani Mukerji's intimate breast-pumping scene: 'She was brave... I wasn't sure if she'd be okay doing it'
has opened up about one of the film's most intimate and talked-about scenes — a moment that showcased Rani's commitment and courage as an actor.
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The scene that moved everyone
In a chat with News18 Showsha, the director reflected on one of the film's most powerful scenes — where Rani's character is shown pumping breast milk. She admitted she wasn't sure if Rani would be comfortable portraying such an intimate and emotionally charged moment.
Rani's quiet courage
Ashima further recalled that Rani showed immense courage by agreeing to do the breast-pumping scene in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. Though Ashima was initially hesitant to bring it up, Rani instantly agreed, understanding the emotional depth it added to the story and the distance between the mother and child.
Chibber also reflected on why the actress' performance resonated so powerfully with both audiences and the jury. She said Rani truly embodied the essence of motherhood, delivering a performance so raw and heartfelt that it deeply moved anyone watching.
On Shah Rukh Khan 's win
While talking about Shah Rukh Khan winning the National Award for Best Actor for Jawan, director Ashima Chibber expressed her admiration, calling him a 'director's dream.' She praised his transformation in the film — from the makeup to the styling — and said it was iconic that both he and his close friend Rani Mukerji won in the same year.
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