A biography for Saswata Chatterjeehasn’t been written yet.
“I don't think an actor should have any particular image, and that's the reason I would not ever take up a similar role again.”
“I lead a simple lifestyle but that doesn't mean I am a foolish simpleton!”
“How long will we show birds and bees in love scenes? The world has moved on and we should portray intimate scenes realistically.”
“My only resolution in life is to remain fit and healthy, as health is wealth.”
“Recently, I did the Bengali film 'Rang Milanti,' directed by Kaushik Ganguly. I think my role in that is much better than in 'Kahaani.'”
“I can't run away from my prior commitments in Tollywood just because I have an offer from Bollywood.”
“We have to be cautious, we can't let negativity spread like wildfire.”
“Having payesh and five types of vegetable fries is a must in our house on birthdays. It is a kind of ritual.”
“It's been some time now, but I still feel I am living a dream. It'll take time to register.”
“My physical appearance is very average.”
“I have learnt over the years to know which camera angle makes me look better.”
“The secret lies in the actor's personal satisfaction. How can the audience be moved by a character the actor himself does not believe in?”
“I don't actually need a phone because wherever I go, it's always pre-planned. I have never faced problems for not using a mobile phone, maybe because I am still not used to checking WhatsApp messages.”
“After all these years of Independence, after celebrating this special occasion for all these years, why there's no drinking water that's free of cost? Why we have to buy packaged mineral water?”
“I have quite a handful of projects here in Tollygunje film industry. There are films like 'Aschorjo Prodip,' where I essay a modern day salesman, and others like Aparna Sen's 'Gaynar Baksho.' Let the audience judge me for these roles.”
“Being creative and emotional, artistes sometimes go through difficult phases in life, but one has to look at life as a bigger canvas. It's like a big journey.”
“I am surprised that everyone loves a criminal. It amazes me and I really don't know how to react to it. Bob Biswas has become some sort of an idol, which is interesting because such a thing has happened for the first time.”
“I will only sign on the dotted line if I feel my role is meaningful.”
“I give nod to roles only when it excites me.”
“A directors vision starts getting shape and contours as the shooting progresses and those involved in the process feel happy to see the scenes as depicted actually coming to life.”