THE DEAD ALSO SPEAK !!|Sep. 30, 2021|Bangladesh|n/A
Genre: Adventure;Bangla;Crime;Drama;Mystery;Thriller
Description: Amitabh Reza Chowdhury’s highly anticipated film *Munshigiri*, starring Chanchal Chowdhury, premiered on Chorki. The film also features Purnima and Shabnam Faria in key roles. Based on the novel *Mriterao Kotha Bole* by Shibarata Barman, the movie marks Chowdhury’s debut in web films and offers a unique detective story set in Bangladesh. Notably, its release coincides with the fifth anniversary of Chowdhury’s first feature film, *Aynabaji*, which also starred Chanchal Chowdhury. Teasers and posters have already generated significant buzz for this latest project from the acclaimed actor-director duo.
The story revolves around Additional Deputy Commissioner and DB Officer Masud Munshi, portrayed by Chanchal Chowdhury. The plot centers on the murder case of Didarul Haque, allegedly orchestrated by novelist Ishtiaque Mirza. Munshi delves into the novelist’s murder stories to uncover clues for the investigation. Sabnam Faria plays Munshi’s wife, Parvin, while Purnima portrays Suraiya Akhtar, the widow of the victim. Parvin shows casual interest in the case, while Munshi grows suspicious of Suraiya, who appears to challenge him at every turn.
For Purnima, *Munshigiri* marks her debut on OTT platforms. She describes her role as unique, stating that while Suraiya is not a perfect woman, she possesses a distinct charm. Purnima credits director Amitabh Reza Chowdhury for guiding her through the character’s nuances, such as how an avid reader handles a book. The film also features notable actors Gazi Rakayet and Shahiduzzaman Selim in this gripping murder mystery. Cinematographer Tuhin Tamijul, known for his work in acclaimed films like *Live from Dhaka* and *Rehana Marium Noor*, brings the story to life. He explains that the narrative dictated the camera’s movements, often opting for handheld shots to closely capture Munshi’s actions in both his personal and professional life.
Cast director: Amitabh Reza Chowdhury
Cast actor: Chanchal Chowdhury, Purnima, Sabnam Faria, Shahiduzzaman Selim, Gazi Rakayet, Khandaker Lenin, Imtiaz Barshan, Anisul Hoque Barun, Masum Aziz, Ashok Bepari
Original name: মুন্সিগিরি