'I recently made a Bengali film Puratawn that I believe is the best performance of my life'

Sharmila Tagore recently spoke about ageism, the taboos associated with it, and how people hold massive preconceived misconceptions about ageing and stereotyping older people, which affect how they are perceived and treated.

Speaking about her films, Sharmila Tagore recently said, 'Now, at this stage in my life, I’m enjoying my space, doing what resonates with me, and still exploring and learning new things every day. It’s also coincidental that my work in cinema is helping me explore the nuances of aging. In this second innings of my life, with two projects Gulmohar and Outhouse - and recently the Bengali film Puratawn, I think it’s my best performance yet. I choose to stay active and productive. I am responsible for me."

Sharmila Tagore added, "I’m just saying that change is inevitable, but one has to embrace it and evolve with it. I think that’s very important. I’ve led a very public life and have been working from the age of 14. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I’m fortunate to be part of the world of cinema. Being an actor allows you to understand different perspectives, lives, and mindsets, making you less judgmental and more sensitive to the grey areas of human behaviour. It’s important not to box people into categories, which often happens with age - we can’t help it.'"