aranyer din ratri

The restored 4K restoration of filmmaker John Abraham's cult Malayalam film 'Amma Ariyan' was screened at the Cannes Film Festival on Sunday. It was attended by the film's lead actor, Joy Mathew, and editor Bina Paul, along with others.

Amma Ariyan was included by the British Film Institute (BFI) in its list of the 10 best Indian films ever made in 2001.

The renowned Malayalam film 'Amma Ariyan' is being showcased at Cannes Classics. This marks the film's return after a meticulous 4K restoration by the Film Heritage Foundation. The film, a radical voice in Indian cinema, was directed by John Abraham. Its unique production and distribution model involved direct public funding.

In June 2025, Shivendra Singh Dungarpur received the Vittorio Boarini Award from the Fondazione Cineteca di Bologna, recognizing his contribution to the preservation and restoration of cinema.

Kareena Kapoor Khan proudly supports her mother-in-law, Sharmila Tagore, as she prepares to represent India at the Cannes 2025 premiere of the restored classic, aranyer din ratri. Sharmila Tagore shared her excitement about the film's restoration and its global recognition. Kareena expressed her admiration with a simple yet powerful tribute, calling her mother-in-law a "Legend" on Instagram.

Satyajit Ray's 'aranyer din ratri' is set to captivate audiences at the Cannes Film Festival, showcased in the Cannes Classics section after a global 4K restoration led by Martin Scorsese’s The Film Foundation. Wes Anderson will present the film, joined by Sharmila Tagore, celebrating its exploration of urban-rural divides and personal discovery.

Satyajit Ray’s classic ‘aranyer din ratri,’ restored in 4K, will screen in Indian theatres from November 7. Premiered at Cannes and featured at international festivals, it follows urban men’s wilderness trip. The film’s sequel, Abar Aranye, continues their story. Surviving cast and filmmakers attended Cannes and Toronto premieres.

Simi Garewal, at 77, will make her Cannes red carpet debut on May 19 for the screening of the 4K restored version of Satyajit Ray’s 1970 classic aranyer din ratri. The event, part of the Cannes Classics section, celebrates Ray’s cinematic legacy with appearances by Sharmila Tagore and filmmaker Wes Anderson.

Suman Maitra whose previous films ‘Dashami’ starring Koel Mallick and ‘Ami O Apu’ received critical acclaim previously has now announced his next ‘Abar aranyer din ratri’.

Filmmaker Arun Roy is on a roll. We already know the director has join hands with Dev for the magnum opus based on Bagha Jatin. And here comes another surprise. On iconic author Sunil Gangopadhyay’s birth anniversary, Arun announced his next film ‘aranyer din ratri’ which will have Jeetu Kamal, Sohini Sarkar, Arna Mukhopadhyay, Kinjal Nanda and Anushka Chakraborty in the lead.

As a special tribute to celebrate the birth centenary of Satyajit Ray, the auteur’s 1970 classic ‘aranyer din ratri’ has been chosen as the inaugural film of the 27th Kolkata International Film Festival.

Arijit Dutta, the owner of Satyajit Ray's Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne, aranyer din ratri and Pratidwandi, is negotiating the sale of their film rights to a US-based film distribution firm. Arijit, the son of Ray's cinematographer Soumendu Roy and dedicated keeper of the celluloid heritage of Bengal, is backed by Ray’s son Sandip, who cited The Apu Trilogy, Nayak, Mahanagar, Charulata and Jalsaghar as his top-five festival favourites from his father’s works. Film writer Amitava Akash Nag included Ashani Sanket in his selection. Arijit said they were selling the rights as keeping and preserving the original negatives was too much of a strain.

Satyajit Ray's restored classic, aranyer din ratri, is set to grace the Cannes Classics section, starring Soumitra Chatterjee and Sharmila Tagore. Tagore will attend the screening, while producer Purnima Dutta, though initially planning to attend, will be represented by her family. Dutta expresses delight, hoping their restored Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne will also reach Cannes next year.

Satyajit Ray's classic 'aranyer din ratri' is returning to Indian cinemas on January 9, 2026, in a stunning 4K restoration. This re-release follows its prestigious selection at the Cannes Classics. The film, a poignant exploration of class and relationships, stars cinematic legends like Soumitra Chatterjee and Sharmila Tagore.

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As a tribute to Satyajit Ray’s centenary, ‘aranyer din ratri’ has been finalized as the inaugural film of the 27th edition of the Kolkata International Film Festival.

Sharmila Tagore, the renowned actress from the 1960s and 1970s, recently shared interesting details from her acting career. In an interview, she discussed managing her involvement in arthouse and mainstream Bollywood films during the 1970s. She revealed a significant decision she had to make between a film by Satyajit Ray and a Hindi film directed by Shakti Samanta. Ultimately, she chose the latter and faced challenges with securing Rajesh Khanna's dates. Despite compromising on her role, the film turned out to be a big hit. Tagore also mentioned the international recognition received by Satyajit Ray's film 'aranyer din ratri.

The copyright of three Satyajit Ray movies - 'Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne', 'aranyer din ratri' and 'Pratidwandi' - may soon be sold off to a US film distribution company.

Satyajit Ray's "aranyer din ratri," in its newly 4K restored version, captivated audiences at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, earning a standing ovation. The screening, part of the Cannes Classics section, was attended by veteran actors Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal. Wes Anderson, a long-time admirer of Ray, presented the film, which was restored through a collaborative effort led by Martin Scorsese's The Film Foundation.

Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal attended the Cannes Film Festival for 'aranyer din ratri'. The film received a standing ovation. Sharmila Tagore shared insights about the challenging filming conditions. Satyajit Ray insisted on shooting in May for the leafless trees. The crew faced extreme heat and limited working hours. Despite the difficulties, the team bonded and formed lasting friendships.

Abar Awronne Din Ratri, directed by Suman Maitra, is a soulful journey of four female friends in North Bengal. They rediscover themselves amidst lush landscapes, confronting personal demons and forging deeper connections. The film captures the transformative power of friendship and self-discovery.

Sharmila Tagore's iconic Bengali film, 'aranyer din ratri,' has been restored and is set to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival. Tagore hopes to attend, contingent on the stability of the situation in India. She reflects on the film's enduring relevance, sociopolitical themes, and the memorable experience of shooting in the forests of Jharkhand, highlighting the camaraderie among the cast and crew.

Sharmila Tagore said Rajesh Khanna’s dates were impossible to get because he was working with 12 producers who had introduced him.