Apr. 30, 2010|India|157 Min.|R
Genre: Bangla;Drama;Thriller
Description: “Amanush,” released in 2010, is a compelling film available in Bengali and Hindi, showcasing the exceptional acting skills of its lead actor, Kumar. He portrays Madhusudan Roy Chaudhary, known as Madhu, a simple heir to a zamindar family in a Sunderbans fishing village. His life takes a tragic turn due to the schemes of the family accountant, Maheem Ghosal, brilliantly played by Utpal Dutt. Reduced to poverty and alcoholism, Madhu becomes a shadow of his former self, living as a half-human, half-beast figure. Despite his fall from grace, he becomes a voice for the oppressed, challenging Ghosal’s corrupt practices. This pits him against the law enforcement, often aligned with Ghosal.
Inspector Bhuvan, portrayed by Anil Chatterjee, arrives in the village and initially acts harshly against Madhu based on Ghosal’s influence. However, Bhuvan soon uncovers Madhu’s tragic story, including his love for Rekha, played by Sharmila Tagore. Through flashbacks, Madhu recounts how he was framed for theft in his own home, leading to his imprisonment. He was also falsely accused of fathering a child with a prostitute, who was later murdered at Ghosal’s command. Upon release, Madhu discovers his uncle has been killed, with Ghosal covering it up as a natural death.
Determined to redeem Madhu, Bhuvan helps him secure a dam construction contract in a nearby village. With the support of his loyal companions, Madhu successfully completes the project, earning the trust of Rekha once again. Their bond grows stronger after Madhu saves her from a dangerous situation. The climax unfolds as the village faces a devastating flood, threatening to destroy the dam and testing Madhu’s resilience and heroism.
Cast director: Rajib Kumar Biswas
Cast actor: Soham Chakraborty, Rehaan Roy, Srabanti Chatterjee
Original name: অমানুষ