Dec. 14, 2019|132 Min.
Genre: Bangla;Comedy;Drama;Family
Description: “Hey Bhogoban” is a 2019 socio-fantasy film that tells the story of Madan, the Lord of Love, who descends to Earth on a mission guided by a modern interpretation of Krishna. His purpose is to reform Simplipal Mukherjee, a young woman who turns to atheism after losing her parents in a tragic accident. Despite her disbelief, Simpli, as she is known, retains knowledge of hymns and mantras taught by her priest father and earns a living by performing religious rituals. However, her misuse of these sacred texts for personal gain sets the stage for a complex relationship with Madan, which complicates his mission on Earth.
The film features Sourav Das, who delivers a restrained performance amidst an otherwise chaotic narrative. His subtle interactions with Rupsa Chatterjee, who plays Simpli, provide some balance to the story. Other supporting actors, including Arindam Ganguly, struggle with poorly defined roles and underwhelming writing.
Indian cinema has long embraced socio-fantasy themes, and “Hey Bhogoban” attempts to explore modern belief systems through its innovative premise. It touches on themes like the conditional nature of love, the clash with atheism, and the divine desire to experience human life. However, the film fails to deliver a fresh perspective, relying instead on superficial elements like gods dressed in modern attire. Despite its potential, the story moves at a modest pace and misses opportunities for deeper exploration.
Original name: Hey Bhogoban