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Listen to Aritra Banerjee’s reviews of Bengali Cinema, Bengali OTT series & pop culture content.

Bengali Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee

"Manik Babur Megh" defies conventional categorization, akin to Srijit Mukherji's Nirbak. It seamlessly transitions from slow cinema to thriller, comedy, and an unusual love story between a man and a cloud. With outstanding performances by Bratya Basu, Chandan Sen, and Devesh Roy Chowdhury, and beautifully staged scenes, it’s an experience for those who appreciate unconventional cinema.

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Manik Babur Megh Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Film Companion Local

"Athhoi" impresses with its performance, dark comedy, and clever parallels between Othello and Iago, enhanced by notable camerawork and stylization. However, it suffers from poorly established characters, unclear motivations, a vague backdrop, excessive theatricality, and a repetitive treatment, ultimately resulting in a poor adaptation.

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Athhoi Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Arna Mukhopadhyay | Film Companion Local

Boomerang stands out with its smart comedy and stellar performances from Sourav Das, Jeet, Kharaj Ambarish, Rajatava, and Shyamol Chakraborty. The graphics, action scenes, and sharp editing further enhance the film. However, Rukmini's performance disappoints, and the emotional aspects of the story fail to land effectively, detracting from the overall impact.

#Boomerang #Jeet #RukminiMaitra 

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Boomerang Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Jeet | Rukmini Maitra | Film Companion Local

Ajogyo shines with outstanding performances, excellent direction, memorable songs, and sharp dialogues. Gopi Bhagat’s cinematography is exceptional. However, the second half experiences a slight lag. Despite this minor flaw, the film remains compelling and engaging, making it a noteworthy addition to contemporary cinema.

#ProsenjitChatterjee #RituparnaSengupta

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Ajogyo Movie Review by ​⁠Aritra Banerjee | Prosenjit Chatterjee, Rituparna Sengupta | Film Companion

"Alaap" captures the essence of both classic romance and contemporary relationship dynamics, weaving together the nostalgia of old-school love stories with the complexities faced by modern couples. The film shines with its charming chemistry between lead actors Abir Chatterjee and Mimi Chakraborty, supported by commendable performances, especially by Kinjal Devapriya. But is this blend of old school and new age romance and issues, work well in tandem? Or does it get tedious by the end? Find out in our review.

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Alaap Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Mimi Chakraborty | Abir Chatterjee | Film Companion Local

"Mirza" delivers a compelling cinematic experience with its meticulously crafted mass moments, captivating action sequences, and impressive blend of background music and cinematography. Anchored by stellar performances from Ankush Hazra, Oindrila Sen, Koushik Ganguly, and Rishi Kaushik, the film also shines with its well-timed comedy and punchlines. However, does the long run time hamper the screenplay?

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Mirza Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Ankush Hazra, Kaushik Ganguly | Film Companion

Pariah, an art house action movie featuring standout performances from Soumya Mukherjee, Vikram Chatterjee, Ambarish Bhattacharya, comes with unique elements like messaging, villain design, and some rare Bangla cinema violence. However there’s a lot more to it that doesn’t really pan out. To find out more, check out our review of the film.

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Pariah Bengali Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Film Companion Local

Unravel a chilling story in Bhootpori, where a unique ghost and a young boy confront societal cages. Powerful performances by Ritwik Chakraborty, Jaya Ahsan, and others deliver social commentary on caste and female empowerment. While subtle humor and horror blend well, does the long runtime of the film add more value, or does the film succumb to the same? Find out in our review.

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Bhootpori Bengali Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Jaya Ahsan | Film Companion Local

Hubba directed by Bratya Basu, starring Mosharraf Karim and Indraneil Sengupta shines with its raw storyline, detailed investigation, and dark humor, drawing parallels between the relentless cop and notorious gangster. Mosharraf Karim, Gambhira Bhattacharya, and Loknath Dey deliver outstanding performances. However, does this film hold itself together with respect to its main conflicts and runtime? Find out in our review, and let us know how YOU liked the film.

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Hubba Bengali Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Film Companion

Debaloy Bhattacharya is an honest filmmaker who instead of encashing on the success of Indubala and making another film in the same space, has chosen to experiment with his narrative and deliver something pulpy and different starring Abir Chatterjee. Does it work, though? Do find out in this review by Aritra Banerjee, and let us how YOU liked the film in the comments below. 

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Shri Swapankumarer Badami Hyenar Kobole Bengali Movie Review by Aritra Banerjee | Film Companion

Karnasubarner Guptodhon, the third film of the Guptodhon Franchise, is directed by Dhrubo Banerjee and features Abir Chatterjee, Arjun Chakraborty, Ishaa Saha, and Kamaleshwar Mukherjee as lead characters. To Know more about the film, watch the full review by Aritra Banerjee.

Karnasubarner Guptodhon | Bengali Review by Aritra Banerjee | Abir Chatterjee, Arjun Chakraborty, Ishaa Saha | Film Companion

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