Anirban

A good watch because of its bold meta-theatrical approach, strong performances and reinterpretation

Ahead of Satyajit Ray's 105th birth anniversary, actors and crew reminisced about working with the legendary filmmaker. An event organized by the British Deputy High Commission and UK's Bengali diaspora celebrated Ray's enduring legacy, particularly highlighting the continued popularity of his iconic film 'Sonar Kella'.

Following dramatic election outcomes, Tollywood is witnessing a seismic shift, as numerous Trinamool 'glam' candidates face stunning defeats. The film fraternity is stepping up, demanding a break from the chains of political interference, particularly from influential players like the Biswas siblings.

Kolkata Centre for Creativity's third Baithakkhana festival, themed 'Border', explored creative boundaries across literature, cinema, and thought. From children's engagement with language to discussions on art, history, and identity, the event fostered deep conversations. The festival also featured an artist's book showcase and handcrafted décor, blending craft with intellectual exchange.

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Bengal's Poila Baisakh spirit ignited a vibrant travel fair and Baisakhi adda, drawing hundreds. Actor anirban Bhattacharya shared insights on travel's enriching power, emphasizing new beginnings. Attendees exchanged stories and explored destinations, fostering wanderlust.

A Baithakkhana session explored the shared Bengali memory of curfews and boundary negotiation. Actors Abir Chatterjee, Isha Saha, anirban Chakrabarti, and Jojo Mukherjee reflected on discipline, fear, and internalised control, revealing diverse strategies for navigating parental rules and societal expectations from childhood to adulthood.

LIV Golf's International Series head Rahul Singh reassured about the tour's future, highlighting plans for global expansion and integrating National Opens. He expressed a desire for the Indian Open to join the series, emphasizing the importance of top Indian players competing against global talent.

In an impressive feat, the faculty at Assam Royal Global University has been awarded four prestigious research grants worth Rs 90 lakh from the Indian Council of Medical Research.

The trailer for Arjunn Dutta's 'Bibi Payra' has arrived, showcasing a high-energy comedy of errors. The film follows two unconventional women, Jhuma and Shiuli, as their lives descend into chaos and unexpected twists.

Tech giants like Google and Meta face mounting opposition across the US over massive data center projects. At least 11 states are proposing laws to restrict or pause new construction, driven by concerns over power grid strain, rising energy costs, and water usage.

In a recent crackdown, law enforcement in the Patharkandi region of Sribhumi intercepted a vehicle containing an astonishing 4.5 quintals of ganja, worth close to Rs 2 crore. The operation, spurred by actionable intelligence, targeted a suspected smuggling route from Tripura. Although the driver managed to elude capture, authorities discovered 38 packets of the illicit substance hidden within.