Mrinal Sen

The National Film Archive of India (NFAI) is meticulously restoring Goutam Ghose's acclaimed film ‘Paar' using a mix-and-match technique from various available prints, as the original negatives are missing. Ghose's other films, ‘Padma Nadir Majhi' and ‘Dakhal', were restored from negatives in the Bengal film vault.

Jahnu Barua, a multiple national award-winning filmmaker, shared insights on his filmmaking journey at the Pune International Film Festival. He discussed his initial interest in cinema, handling child actors, the role of the director, and the impact of technology on creativity. Barua emphasized the importance of director-driven films and the need for creativity over technological reliance.

It’s a fitting tribute to the maverick storyteller on his fourth death anniversary. The official announcement of a biopic on legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen made every cine buffs in Bengal super excited. While the film ‘Padatik’ will be directed by Srijit Mukherji, acclaimed actor Chanchal Chowdhury is set to play the titular role of Mrinal Sen.

Srijit Mukherji's 'Padatik' teaser, honoring Mrinal Sen, features Chanchal Chowdhury. The black-and-white teaser captures Bengal's tumultuous time, reflecting Sen's life and career. Monami Ghosh, Jeetu Kamal, and Korak Samanta star. Music by Indraadip Dasgupta. Release date TBD. Teaser opens with Rabindranath Tagore's funeral procession, showcases political upheavals, and Sen's focus on reality over fantasy.

Srijit Mukherji, amidst promoting 'Dawshom Awbotaar,' is also spotlighting 'Padatik,' a tribute film honoring iconic director Mrinal Sen, set to close the London Indian Film Festival. Coinciding Mrinal Sen's birth centenary celebrations, it traces his life from a struggling political idealist to a pioneering filmmaker in 1950s Calcutta. The film stars Chanchal Chowdhury as Sen and explores his influential works in Indian cinema. Mukherji, influenced by Sen, Ray, and others, uses 'Padatik' to pay homage to the legendary director.

Two days after the legend’s birthday, CT relives his famous screen moments

When Anjan Dutt was in trouble while presenting Mrinal Sen’s ‘Mahaprithibi’ in East Germany

Just like Satyajit Ray or Ritwik Ghatak, generations of filmmakers have been influenced and inspired by another Indian cinema maverick Mrinal Sen as well. And, on Mrinal Sen’s 99th birthday recently, acclaimed directors from Bengal came up with fitting tributes for the iconic filmmaker.

'Palan', directed by Kaushik Ganguly, serves as a heartfelt tribute to legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen, exploring themes closely tied to social norms and systemic issues, as encapsulated by Mrinal Sen’s work iconic film 'Kharij'. Ganguly, amidst emotions and retrospection, reveals his deeply ingrained admiration and respect for Sen. In an interview, he confides that the latter's films not only shaped his cinematic perspective but also fostered an enduring understanding of societal disparities, prompting him to create "Palan" as a reflective dialogue on persisting societal dilemmas.

On his birth anniversary on May 14, the doyen of Bengali cinema, Mrinal Sen’s fans have some welcome news: the biopic on Mrinal Sen being directed by Srijit Mukherjee is almost complete.

Kaushik Ganguly's next film ‘Palan’ is a tribute to Mrinal Sen and his iconic film 'Kharij' which won the Jury Prize at the 1983 Cannes Film Festival. Kaushik's film sees Anjan Dutt, Sreela Majumdar, and Mamata Shankar reprising their roles from 'Kharaj', while Jisshu Sengupta and Paoli Dam are the new addition to the ensemble cast. After a long delay, the Mrinal Sen tribute film is finally set to release in theatres on September 22.

While he’s still basking on the success of his last release ‘Hawa’, Bangladeshi actor Chanchal Chowdhury has a monumental task ahead. The seasoned actor is set to play none other than Mrinal Sen in Srijit Mukherji’s film ‘Padatik’, a biopic on the life of the legendary filmmaker. Chanchal’s first look as Mrinal Sen is already out and receiving quite a lot of applause from critics and fans alike.

Prosenjit Chatterjee took to his Twitter handle to share a throwback picture with Mrinal Sen.

IPTA secretary Dibyendu Chatterjee revealed recently Mrinal Sen’s house stores so many precious film scripts, books, props and other memorabilia.

Anjan Dutt's film, Chaalchitra Ekhon, journeys through the making of Mrinal Sen's Chalchitra in 1980s Kolkata, celebrating the mentor-disciple bond. The film, with stellar performances and Neel Dutt's music, honors creativity and Mrinal Sen's influence on Anjan's artistry.

The authour writes about acclaimed director Mrinal Sen and delves deeper into his craft and his love for the movies

Known for his hard-hitting films exploring the dark alleys of Indian society, Mrinal Sen was a stalwart in the New Cinema Movement alongside his contemporaries Satyajit Ray and Ritwik Ghatak.