The Dirty Picture completes 12 years. Milan Luthria tells us approximately the hurdles he confronted and the moments he felt the film could now not see the daylight hours.

December 2, The Dirty Picture---a biographical musical drama stimulated by means of the life and times of the late actress and dancer Silk Smitha---entered its twelfth yr at the films. Directed by Milan Luthria and starring Vidya Balan, Emraan Hashmi, Naseeruddin Shah and Tusshar Kapoor in vital roles, it become launched worldwide in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil languages on December 2, 2011. Produced via Balaji Motion Pictures, the film became a mega hit and speedy accrued over a hundred crores on the field workplace. In one among Luthria's maximum celebrated and ambitious works, the director remembers the instances when the felt "growing 'The Dirty Picture' was a journey full of challenges that examined our commitment to the undertaking. There were 3 essential moments when it seemed the film may not take place. Firstly, we had casting hurdles, but my choice of Vidya Balan prevailed. Filming posed but every other mission as Vidya's photo conflicted with her character, but a short transformation by using Vikram Gaikwad added Reshma to life. Our remaining venture turned into when distributors raised worries about the identify, but Ektaa Kapoor's sturdy dedication, with the aid of installing her own cash, ensured the movie's release. And on the Monday after the release, there had been unique shows in India, only for women.”

The Dirty Picture set a completely new tone within the film industry, pushing barriers and breaking moulds. Its groundbreaking method now not simplest captivated audiences however also earned it the distinguished honour of prevailing three National Awards.