Sep. 30, 2022|India|135 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Bangla;Drama
Description: “Kacher Manush,” a 2022 Indian Bengali-language drama, is directed by Pathikrit Basu and produced by Dev under Dev Entertainment Ventures. The film features Prosenjit Chatterjee, Dev, and Ishaa Saha in pivotal roles. The narrative follows Kuntol and Sudarshan, who cross paths during their most challenging times. Upon hearing Kuntol’s struggles, Sudarshan devises a risky and illegal plan to resolve both their issues, leading to a gripping game of survival.
This unlikely Pujo release combines comedic elements with a grounded approach to explore themes of financial desperation and moral dilemmas. Dev portrays Kuntol, an unemployed man seeking funds to care for his paralyzed mother, while Prosenjit plays an insurance agent who collaborates with him on a scheme involving life insurance benefits. The story takes a dramatic turn in its second half, marked by unexpected twists, including a major reveal before the interval and shocking moments before the climax. Amidst rising economic pressures, the film’s focus on money as a central antagonist resonates deeply with its audience.
Cast director: Pathikrit Basu
Cast actor: Prosenjit Chatterjee, Dev, Ishaa Saha, Tulika Basu, Pinky Banerjee, Susmita Chatterjee, Sanjib Sarkar, Ranjit Mallick, Bikash Roy, Anup Kumar
Original name: কাছের মানুষ