A new film, ‘The Bengal Files,’ is already creating a stir. It’s facing a lot of pushback, making headlines even before its official release. Now, a well-known Bengali actor has spoken up, asking the country’s President to ensure the film can be shown without trouble.
This movie comes from director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri. His last works, ‘The Tashkent Files’ and ‘The Kashmir Files,’ also sparked conversations. But ‘The Bengal Files’ seems to be drawing even more attention. Its trailer launch in Kolkata recently got cut short. Plus, the state government has openly opposed its release. That’s why actor Victor Banerjee felt he had to step in.
Victor Banerjee, a respected name in Bengali cinema, didn’t hold back. He directly appealed to the nation’s President. Banerjee worried that screenings, especially in West Bengal, might be deliberately blocked. He believes this would harm artistic freedom. It would also stop people from learning the truth and forming their own thoughts. He wants the film to be shown peacefully, without fear or any obstacles. This way, both artists and moviegoers can have their rights protected.
Another star from the film, Mithun Chakraborty, also spoke about its purpose. He said he feels proud to be part of ‘The Bengal Files.’ For him, art’s true job is to show the truth, no matter how tough.
What is ‘The Bengal Files’ About?
So, what’s ‘The Bengal Files’ all about? It dives into the events of Direct Action Day in Kolkata. That historic date was August 16, 1946. This movie wraps up a trilogy from director Vivek Agnihotri. His previous films, ‘The Tashkent Files’ and ‘The Kashmir Files,’ explored other important historical moments.
A Strong Team Behind the Film
The movie boasts a strong team both behind and in front of the camera. Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri wrote and directed it. Abhishek Agarwal, Pallavi Joshi, and Agnihotri himself produced the film. You’ll see familiar faces like Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar on screen. Fans can mark their calendars for September 5, 2025, when ‘The Bengal Files’ is set to hit theaters.