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A new Bengali web series, Ichchepuran, is set to premiere. It tells the story of Apurba, an insurance agent whose life changes with a mysterious stone. The series explores his moral conflict as fortune brings dark consequences. Directed by Haranath Chakraborty, it features Debraj Bhattacharya and Ishani Sengupta. The narrative delves into desire, destiny, and difficult choices.

Arnab Ringo Banerjee's next is a thriller web series titled ‘Varanasi Junction’ and it has completely been shot on a mobile phone.

Indian actor Amit Sadh's upcoming short film 'Ghuspaith Between Borders', based on the life of photojournalist Danish Siddiqui, will be screened at the Rhode Island International Film Festival 2023. The film, written and directed by Mihir Kalpana Lath, addresses issues such as human trafficking, ethnic cleansing, cow smuggling, and the refugee crisis, revolving around the life of an Indian photojournalist named Manav. The short is produced by Girish Arora and presented by Shakun Batra through his banner Jouska Films. Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Pamela Bhutoria, and korak samanta also feature in the film.

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2024 featured prominent Bengali films like Padatik, Kabuliwala, and The Colour Yellow. These films, directed by renowned filmmakers, explored human relationships, cultural narratives, and emotional depths. Audiences were offered a chance to engage with the richness of Bengali cinema.

Crime thrillers enjoy a different kind of fan base. Keeping that in mind, director Arnab Riingo Banerjee is ready with his next project

Srijit Mukherji's 'Padatik' teaser, honoring Mrinal Sen, features Chanchal Chowdhury. The black-and-white teaser captures Bengal's tumultuous time, reflecting Sen's life and career. Monami Ghosh, Jeetu Kamal, and korak samanta star. Music by Indraadip Dasgupta. Release date TBD. Teaser opens with Rabindranath Tagore's funeral procession, showcases political upheavals, and Sen's focus on reality over fantasy.

While he’s still basking on the success of his last release ‘Hawa’, Bangladeshi actor Chanchal Chowdhury has a monumental task ahead. The seasoned actor is set to play none other than Mrinal Sen in Srijit Mukherji’s film ‘Padatik’, a biopic on the life of the legendary filmmaker. Chanchal’s first look as Mrinal Sen is already out and receiving quite a lot of applause from critics and fans alike.

Srijit Mukherji, amidst promoting 'Dawshom Awbotaar,' is also spotlighting 'Padatik,' a tribute film honoring iconic director Mrinal Sen, set to close the London Indian Film Festival. Coinciding Mrinal Sen's birth centenary celebrations, it traces his life from a struggling political idealist to a pioneering filmmaker in 1950s Calcutta. The film stars Chanchal Chowdhury as Sen and explores his influential works in Indian cinema. Mukherji, influenced by Sen, Ray, and others, uses 'Padatik' to pay homage to the legendary director.

Known for his penchant for picking up distinct characters, Amit Sadh will be seen portraying an interesting and equally challenging role of a photo-journalist in his forthcoming short film titled 'Ghuspaith' - Beyond Borders'.