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"Mirza" delivers a compelling cinematic experience with its meticulously crafted mass moments, captivating action sequences, and impressive blend of background music and cinematography. Anchored by stellar performances from Ankush Hazra, Oindrila Sen, Koushik Ganguly, and Rishi Kaushik, the film also shines with its well-timed comedy and punchlines. However, does the long run time hamper the screenplay?
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Pariah, an art house action movie featuring standout performances from Soumya Mukherjee, Vikram Chatterjee, Ambarish Bhattacharya, comes with unique elements like messaging, villain design, and some rare Bangla cinema violence. However there’s a lot more to it that doesn’t really pan out. To find out more, check out our review of the film.
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Unravel a chilling story in Bhootpori, where a unique ghost and a young boy confront societal cages. Powerful performances by Ritwik Chakraborty, Jaya Ahsan, and others deliver social commentary on caste and female empowerment. While subtle humor and horror blend well, does the long runtime of the film add more value, or does the film succumb to the same? Find out in our review.
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Hubba directed by Bratya Basu, starring Mosharraf Karim and Indraneil Sengupta shines with its raw storyline, detailed investigation, and dark humor, drawing parallels between the relentless cop and notorious gangster. Mosharraf Karim, Gambhira Bhattacharya, and Loknath Dey deliver outstanding performances. However, does this film hold itself together with respect to its main conflicts and runtime? Find out in our review, and let us know how YOU liked the film.
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Debaloy Bhattacharya is an honest filmmaker who instead of encashing on the success of Indubala and making another film in the same space, has chosen to experiment with his narrative and deliver something pulpy and different starring Abir Chatterjee. Does it work, though? Do find out in this review by Aritra Banerjee, and let us how YOU liked the film in the comments below.
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Set in the dynamic backdrop of Kolkata in 1965, the narrative centers on the touching relationship between Rahmat, a middle-aged man from Afghanistan, and Mini, a young girl. Directed by Suman Ghosh, the film stars Mithun Chakraborty, Abir Chatterjee, Sohini Sarkar, and Anumegha Kahali in the leading roles.
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Deepak Pradhan, a dedicated young police officer, finds himself reassigned to North Bengal. There, he discovers that his subordinate officers are engaged in corruption. As haunting incidents from the past begin to emerge and the tension mounts, Deepak faces a crucial test. Can he maintain his moral code? And is he capable of protecting both his integrity and the people he cares about?
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Koel Mallick stars as a fearless lady detective, set on a mission to stop an illicit gang poaching wild elephants in the heart of the forest. With the support of Kamalika Banerjee and under the masterful direction of Arindam Sil, will she triumph against the odds to prevent the looming extinction of these majestic creatures?
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The homecoming of a prominent man takes a dramatic turn when an accidental explosion at a firecracker unit reveals a greater danger to his life. This gripping tale stars Victor Banerjee, Debashish Mondal, and Kanchan Mullick, directed skillfully by the duo Shiboprosad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy.
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The Untold Story of Jatindranath Mukhopadhyay, also known as Bagha Jatin, chronicles the life of one of India's most formidable freedom fighters who challenged the very foundations of the British Empire. This compelling film features Dev Adhikari, Sreeja Dutta, and Sudipta Chakraborty, under the masterful direction of Arun Roy.
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Dawshom Awbotaar is a Bengali neo-noir crime thriller from India, penned and helmed by Srijit Mukherji. It's a collaborative production of Shree Venkatesh Films and Jio Studios. The film showcases Jisshu Sengupta in the main role, supported by Prosenjit Chatterjee, Anirban Bhattacharya, and Jaya Ahsan. This movie serves as a precursor to Mukherji's earlier works: Baishe Srabon, Vinci Da, and Dwitiyo Purush, thereby establishing the inaugural Cop Universe in Bengali cinema.
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A young assistant, Palan, succumbs to noxious gases in a kitchen. Overwhelmed by remorse, Anjan and Mamata, who employed him, regret the substandard living conditions they provided. Ironically, they now find themselves battling to live in the same dilapidated residence. Given the advice from the officials, should they flee the only home they've ever known?
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Watch as the aftermath of Suman's accident forces Meghna, his wife, and Subhra, his ex-wife, to confront each other, unleashing an intense and awkward emotional battle between the two women. Can a relationship truly be divided in two? Tune in to witness the gripping duel that unfolds in this dramatic story. To know more about the film, watch the full movie review by Aritra Banerjee on Film Companion Local.
After being released from jail, Bullet Singh reunites with Anupam and Rajat, sharing news about a luxurious hotel gifted to him by a fellow prisoner worth 100 crores. Little did they know it was a cunning trap. Will they find a way to escape its clutches? Watch the full review by Aritra Banerjee on Film Companion Local.
Drawing inspiration from Narayan Gangopadhyay's legendary character, "Tenida," join an older Tenida, Kyabla, Pyala, and Habul as they embark on a holiday adventure in Darjeeling. However, their leisurely trip soon spirals into perilous circumstances. Can they navigate through the dangers and ensure their survival? Featuring Kanchan Mullick, Gaurav Chakrabarty, Sabyasachi Chakraborty, and Ridhima Ghosh, this film promises suspense, humor, and a whole lot of fun. To know more about the film, watch the full movie review by Aritra on Film Companion.
The much-awaited Bengali web show, Shabash Feluda, starring Parambrata Chattopadhyay, Sauraseni Maitra, Ritwick Chakraborty, Rudranil Ghosh, and Rwitobroto Mukherjee, showcases impressive cinematography and high production value. However, it falls short in several other aspects. To know more about the web show, here's the full review by Aritra Banerjee.
While Jeet's performance and the climax action scene are praiseworthy in Chengiz, the movie lacks clear motivation for the hero, well-written supporting characters, and clap-worthy dialogues. Listen to Aritra's full review here.
Shesh Pata starring Prosenjit Chatterjee, Gargi Roychowdhury, Vikram Chatterjee and Rayati Bhattacharya pertains to incomplete pages, chapters, and narratives that are in need of positive resolutions. Prosenjit's portrayal of the conflicted character Balmiki Sengupta is so convincing that it can be challenging to distinguish the actor from the role he plays. To know more about the movie, listen to the full movie review by Aritra Banerjee.
During Ekendra Sen's vacation in Rajasthan with Bapi and Pramatha, he was informed by Professor Shatadru Ghosh, an archaeology professor from Oxford University, about his suspicion that a certain idol he had previously seen in London was now missing. To know more about the film, listen to the full review by Aritra Banerjee.
Aritra Banerjee praises the superb screenplay, the human touch to the Byomkesh character, and the well-developed supporting characters. Stellar performances by Anirban, Bhaswar Chatterjee, and Anushka Chakraborty, and sharp dialogues by Pratik Dutta are highlighted. However, some negatives include the lack of importance for Satyabati's character, the investigation being given the least priority, and a lag in the last episode.
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