Bengali Cinema: News
New film on RG Kar doctor rape-murder in the making
A new Bengali film, titled Abhaya Shakti, has been announced. The movie is based on the brutal assault and death of a young doctor at RG Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024.
'Phool Pishi O Edward': Bengali whodunit that's got everyone talking
Acclaimed filmmakers Shiboprosad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy have once again proven their mettle with their latest offering, Phool Pishi O Edward.
'Bhooter Bhabishyat' director Anik Dutta dies after falling off roof
Anik Dutta, the National Award-winning filmmaker behind the critically acclaimed film Bhooter Bhabishyat, has died.
Bengali artists get health support, Prosenjit unveils 'Uttom Subidha' card
The West Bengal Motion Picture Artists's Forum has launched a new healthcare welfare initiative for its members and employees.
Bengali film producers demand structural changes after BJP's win
Following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) victory in the West Bengal assembly elections, a group of producers and distributors staged a protest at the Eastern India Motion Pictures Association (EIMPA) office on Tuesday.
Prosenjit Chatterjee celebrates 'Vijaynagar'er Hirey' completing 100 days: 'Very important...'
Prosenjit Chatterjee's latest film, Vijaynagar'er Hirey, has completed a successful 100-day run in West Bengal. The news was shared by the producers Shree Venkatesh Films on social media.
Why is Bengali actor Nusrat Jahan being probed by ED?
Bengali actor and former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Nusrat Jahan appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday.
Rahul Banerjee's last film 'Chhobiwala' to be released for free
The upcoming Bengali film Chhobiwala, featuring the late actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, will be released for free in theaters.
Rahul's death: Tollywood calls off strike, announces Magic Moments boycott
The tragic death of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry.
Rahul Banerjee's death: Tollywood calls indefinite strike, demands safety measures
The untimely demise of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee (43) has sent shockwaves through the Tollywood community. The actor drowned while filming for the Bengali soap Bholey Baba Par Karega on March 29.
5 booked in Bengali actor Rahul Bannerjee's death case
Bengali actor Priyanka Sarkar, the wife of late actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee (43), filed a complaint against producers of the television serial Bholey Baba Par Karega last week (April 4).
Rahul Banerjee's death: Did makers not seek permission to shoot?
The tragic drowning of Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee (43) while shooting a television show at Talsari Beach near the West Bengal-Odisha border has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry.
Rahul-Priyanka's relationship timeline: From on-set love to separation to reunion
Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee (43) died in a tragic drowning incident at Odisha's Talsari Beach on March 29.
Rahul Banerjee dies from accidental drowning: Last post goes viral
Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee (43) died on Sunday due to accidental drowning at Talsari Beach near Digha, West Bengal. The news has left the Bengali entertainment industry and his fans shocked.
Bengali actor Rahul Banerjee (43) dies after drowning in sea
Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee has reportedly passed away at the age of 43.
Bengali superstars Dev-Subhashree reunite; 'DeSu7' shooting begins in June
The much-anticipated Bengali film, tentatively titled DeSu7, starring Dev Adhikari and Subhashree Ganguly, is set to go on floors in June.
SonyLIV's drama series 'Jazz City': Plot, cast, release date
The Bengali-language historical thriller series Jazz City, directed by Soumik Sen, is set to premiere on March 19 on SonyLIV.
Veteran Bengali actor Kalyan Chatterjee dies at 81
Veteran Bengali actor Kalyan Chatterjee, who acted in over 400 films, passed away at the age of 81.
Bengali actor roasted for sending women identical 'saree' DMs
"BTW, you look good in saree."
'Tilottama': Prasar Bharati confirmed to present film on Kolkata rape-murder
The state-owned public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, will present the Bengali feature film Tilottama, reported IANS.
Is a film on Kolkata doctor's rape-murder case being made?
Prasar Bharati, the public broadcaster under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is currently reviewing a proposal for a film titled Tillotoma.
Satyajit Ray's restored 'Aranyer Din Ratri' hits theaters in November
The 4K restored version of Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri (Days and Nights in the Forest), which premiered at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in May, will be released in Indian theaters on November 7.
Veteran Bengali actor-politician Joy Banerjee dies at 62
Veteran Bengali film actor and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Joy Banerjee, passed away on Monday at a private hospital in Kolkata. He was 62.
After Saswata, Sourav Das distances himself from 'Bengal Files' row
The upcoming film The Bengal Files has been mired in controversy over its historical accuracy, while the trailer launch in Kolkata was canceled over the weekend.
Rakhee's 'Aamar Boss' to premiere on ZEE5 on August 22
The Bengali film Aamar Boss, directed by Shiboprosad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy, is set to make its digital debut on ZEE5 on August 22.
New rule: All theaters must screen Bengali films daily
The West Bengal government issued a notification on Wednesday, directing all cinemas and multiplexes to screen Bengali films during prime time every day throughout the year.
Bengal box office: Dev-Subhashree's reunion film 'Dhumketu' beats 'War 2'
The Bengali film Dhumketu, which is set to release on Thursday, August 14, will see the reunion of superstars Dev and Subhashree Ganguly, and the buzz is strong.
Bengali actor Ditipriya accuses Jeetu of harassment; co-star dismisses allegations
Bengali television actor Ditipriya Roy (22) has accused her Chirodini Tumi Je Amar co-star Jeetu Kamal (35) of harassment and sending inappropriate messages.
Did Prosenjit Chatterjee 'insult' Bengali language? Decoding controversy
Bengali superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee recently found himself in a controversy after his comments at the trailer launch of Bollywood film Maalik.
Sourav Ganguly biopic: Mimi Chakraborty might play cricketer's wife, Dona
Rajkummar Rao has been confirmed to play former Indian men's cricket captain Sourav Ganguly in his upcoming biopic, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane.
'Ballerina' to 'Materialists': Top movies hitting theaters this week
This week, the big screen is set to be graced by a diverse range of films. From the action-packed Ballerina (From the World of John Wick) to the film about overcoming challenges in a village setting, Bou Buttu Bhuta, there's something for everyone.
Cannes 2025 to screen Satyajit Ray's classic 'Aranyer Din Ratri'
The 2025 Cannes Film Festival announced that Satyajit Ray's iconic 1970 film Aranyer Din Ratri will be screened in the Classics section.
Kolkata: Srijit Mukherji hospitalized due to breathing issues, chest pain
National Award-winning filmmaker Srijit Mukherji (47) was hospitalized in Kolkata on Saturday after he complained of breathing distress and mild chest pain, reported The Telegraph.
Sharmila Tagore hints 'Puratawn' might be her last Bengali film
In an interview, legendary actor Sharmila Tagore (80) mentioned that her recent film, Puratawn, could be her last project in Bengali cinema.
What to expect from Moushumi Chatterjee's comeback film 'Aari'
The legendary Hindi-Bengali actor Moushumi Chatterjee is making a comeback to Bengali cinema after 12 years.
Kolkata: Screening of Ritwik Ghatak films canceled over 'political content'
A state-run school in Kolkata recently called off the scheduled screening of two films of legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak, Amar Lenin and Komal Gandhar.
Experience Satyajit Ray's 'Nayak' in theaters on this date
The restored version of Satyajit Ray's classic film Nayak, starring Uttam Kumar, will be re-released on February 21.
Mamata Shankar honored with Padma Shri: Revisiting her recent roles
Renowned for her work with cinematic legends Satyajit Ray and Mrinal Sen, Mamata Shankar—a world-famous dancer and choreographer—was recently honored with the Padma Shri.
Ex-Fossils bassist Chandramouli Biswas (48) found dead; suicide note recovered
Chandramouli Biswas, the former bassist of the popular Bengali band Fossils, was found dead at his rented house on Indian Mirror Street in Kolkata on Sunday.
Bengali filmmaker Arun Roy (56) dies due to lung infection
Acclaimed Bengali director Arun Roy, known for his films Bagha Jatin (2023) and Hiralal (2018), has passed away at the age of 56.
Bharat Dev Varma, husband of actor Moon Moon Sen, dies
Bharat Dev Varma, the husband of actor Moon Moon Sen and father to actors Raima and Riya Sen, died on Tuesday morning. He was 83.
Uma Dasgupta, who played Durga in 'Pather Panchali,' dies
Uma Dasgupta, who immortalized the role of Durga in Satyajit Ray's Pather Panchali (1955), has passed away after a long battle with cancer.