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  • Colors Bangla Cinema presents “Bidaay Byomkesh” on TV

    Colors Bangla Cinema presents “Bidaay Byomkesh” on TV

    Mumbai: Colors Bangla Cinema is about to bring to the viewers the much-acclaimed film “Bidaay Byomkesh” for the first time on television. The film is set to air on 27 August at 1:00 pm, exclusively on Colors Bangla Cinema.

    “Bidaay Byomkesh” weaves an enthralling tale centred around an aged Byomkesh Bakshi, a name synonymous with mystery and intrigue, intricately weaving a narrative showcasing him at a crossroads. He takes a momentous decision to relinquish his role as a ‘Satyanweshi’ (Truth Seeker) and passes the mantle to his grandson, Satyaki Bakshi. Will this decision mark the end of an era for the celebrated detective, or will it herald the dawn of a new and equally riveting chapter?

    Colors Bangla and Colors Bangla Cinema business head Sagnik Ghosh said, “We are delighted to bring the acclaimed film ‘Bidaay Byomkesh’ to our viewers for the first time on television, as we believe diverse content resonates with our audiences’ preference. The film’s engaging storyline and stellar cast are sure to create a memorable viewing experience.”

    The film provides a unique and insightful perspective into director Debaloy Bhattacharjee reimagining the revered character, one that has consistently captivated generations of readers and viewers alike. “Bidaay Byomkesh” unravels the complexities of Byomkesh Bakshi’s character, taking audiences on a journey that probes the depths of family dynamics and legacy.

    The film boasts a stellar ensemble cast, each contributing their exceptional talents like Abir Chatterjee, Sohini Sarkar, Rahul Banerjee, Joy Sengupta, and Bidipta Chakraborty among others, to bring the characters to life.

  • A Tale of a Bengali Dracula

    A Tale of a Bengali Dracula

    MUMBAI: SVF and director Debaloy Bhattacharya released the teaser of their upcoming film Dracula Sir – a much-awaited experimental genre-based drama – dealing with the popular Westernised concept of Vampires and Dracula. This is the first time a film based on the concept of Vampires has been conceptualised with a flavourof bangaliana for the Bengali audience.

    The teaser starts off with Anirban Bhattacharya voicing the famous lines written by renowned revolutionary writer Nabarun Bhattacharya that says:

    “Ei Mrityu Upattaka Amar Desh Noye” (This valley of death is not mine)

    Ei Bistirno Shoshan Amar Desh Noye (This wide graveyard is not mine)

    Thereby, hinting at a revolutionary touch to this film. This is followed by a man, a schoolteacher by his appearance (essayed by Anirban Bhattacharya) who enters a classroom in the present day, to be greeted with a blackboard that is inscribed with the words Dracula Sir, thereby introducing us to the protagonist of the film Raktim ( Anirban Bhattacharya), a simpleton with a protruding pair of canine teeth, bullied for his vampire appearance.

    But he has a story to tell from 1971 that makes his journey a tale of finding love and seeking revenge. The teaser then shows us a glimpse of the past with Manjari (played by Mimi Chakraborty) telling Amal (Anirban Bhattacharya) that their fight is for freedom and finally the teaser ends with Amal screaming in pain after his canines get brutally pulled out while he is being tortured inside a prison…r

    Director Debaloy Bhattacharya says: “The story is about a primary school teacher who has a protruding pair of canine teeth earns his nickname Dracula Sir. As destiny pushes him towards becoming the vampire he has always been referred to..This is my search for the Bangali Dracula without the castle, who is out to create his own myth. A man turns into a vampire and with that a whole lost world unleashes around him.'

    Co-founder and Director of SVF, Mahendra Soni says: “This is the first time the Bengali audience will get to experience, cherish and talk about their own vampire in the form of a simple Bangali man, through this unique film. Anirban surpasses himself as an actor and Mimi will be in a never-seen –before avatar.

    Mimi Chakraborty who makes a comeback into film after a political hiatus said: “It’s always a pleasure working with SVF and I’m happy that I’m working with them on such a unique project. My character Manjari is very different from all the characters I’ve played over the years. This is also my first film with Debaloy and second film with Anirban so I’m looking forward to the release of this film!”

    Directed by Debaloy Bhattacharya, the film also stars Rudranil Ghosh, Bidipta Chakraborty, Kanchan Mullick and Samuel Alam in pivotal roles. The film is scheduled to release on 1st May 2020.