India, Feb. 21 -- As Assi releases, Taapsee Pannu opens up about playing a public prosecutor with emotional depth, collaborating again with Anubhav Sinha, and why she is secure enough to support another character while still leaving a lasting impact. The actor also reflects on realism in courtroom dramas, evolving cinema trends, and her belief in choosing meaningful roles over screen time. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh catches up with Taapsee in Kolkata for a candid interview...

Q. You played an advocate earlier in Mulk, which was also directed by Anubhav Sinha. Did you think twice before repeating an advocate's role?

A. Anubhav Sinha himself must have thought about it before I did, since he was the one who directed me in Mulk. I ...