Oct. 25, 2022|India|136 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Bangla;Comedy;Horror
Description: Anirban Bhattacharya’s directorial work, *Ballabhpurer Roopkotha*, is a captivating film that immerses viewers through its visual artistry, screenplay, music, cinematography, and humor. The story, based on a play by Badal Sircar, follows Bhupati Roy, the last descendant of a declining Bengal dynasty, who is deep in debt and plans to sell his ancestral home. An eccentric entrepreneur, Halder, is eager to buy the 400-year-old mansion, unaware that it is haunted by the spirit of Bhupati’s ancestor, Raghu. The film unfolds as a clever comedy of errors, maintaining engagement throughout its runtime.
The movie pays tribute to Badal Sircar’s contributions to Bengali theater while subtly hinting at the need for fresh narratives in Bengali cinema. Anirban’s adaptation retains the essence of the original play, supported by a talented cast of theater veterans who bring theatrical yet cinematic performances. *Ballabhpurer Roopkotha* is a well-crafted blend of storytelling and artistry, appealing to fans of both traditional and modern cinema.
Cast director: Anirban Bhattacharya
Cast actor: Satyam Bhattacharya, Surangana Bandyopadhyay, Debraj Bhattacharya, Shyamal Chakraborty, Sumanta Roy, Abhijit Nag, Rudraprasad Sengupta, Kripabindu Chowdhury, Surajit Sarkar, Sandip Bhattacharya
Original name: বল্লভপুরের রূপকথা