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Saanjhbatir Roopkathara

  • 2002
  • Not Rated
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IMDb RATING
7.2/10
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Saanjhbatir Roopkathara (2002)
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Saanjhbatir Rupkathara is a 2002 Indian Bengali film, directed by Anjan Das and produced by Arindam Chaudhuri, Sandip Sen. The film stars Ferdous Ahmed, Indrani Halder, Soumitra Chatterjee, ... Read allSaanjhbatir Rupkathara is a 2002 Indian Bengali film, directed by Anjan Das and produced by Arindam Chaudhuri, Sandip Sen. The film stars Ferdous Ahmed, Indrani Halder, Soumitra Chatterjee, Paran Bandopadhyay, Ketaki Dutta, Chhanda Chattopadhyay, Debshankar Haldar and Ratna Sarka... Read allSaanjhbatir Rupkathara is a 2002 Indian Bengali film, directed by Anjan Das and produced by Arindam Chaudhuri, Sandip Sen. The film stars Ferdous Ahmed, Indrani Halder, Soumitra Chatterjee, Paran Bandopadhyay, Ketaki Dutta, Chhanda Chattopadhyay, Debshankar Haldar and Ratna Sarkar Mondal in lead roles. The film has musical score by Jyotishka Dasgupta

  • Director
    • Anjan Das
  • Writers
    • Partha Banerjee
    • Subbir Mukherjee
  • Stars
    • Indrani Haldar
    • Soumitra Chatterjee
    • Ferdous Ahmed
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.2/10
    164
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Anjan Das
    • Writers
      • Partha Banerjee
      • Subbir Mukherjee
    • Stars
      • Indrani Haldar
      • Soumitra Chatterjee
      • Ferdous Ahmed
    • 44User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins total

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    Indrani Haldar
    Indrani Haldar
    • Daughter
    Soumitra Chatterjee
    Soumitra Chatterjee
    • Father
    Ferdous Ahmed
    Ferdous Ahmed
    Paran Banerjee
    Paran Banerjee
    Ketaki Dutta
    Ratna Sarkar Mandel
    • Boyfriend
    • Director
      • Anjan Das
    • Writers
      • Partha Banerjee
      • Subbir Mukherjee
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    Chrysanthepop

    A Simple Story Told Beautifully Through Poetry and Symbolism

    'Saanjhbathir Roopkothara' tells the story of a young dreamer. While the title character dreams of beauty, love and happiness, her dreams are broken by her encounter with men she meets(the men are portrayed as lusting objects, with the exception of the father) and ultimately shattered by her father. Beautifully told, through poetry and symbolism, director Anjan Das presents Tukun aka Saanjhbathi's world. Her world is also presented through her father's wonderful paintings from which she draws inspiration. Indrani Halder gracefully plays the title role with sincerity and maturity while Soumitra Chatterjee is sublime. The music is less used when compared to other films but this makes Saanjhbathi's world more real. While we see her as a lonely dreamer, we gradually learn that she's not the only one and eventually she realizes that she's not lonely. The film opens at a night illuminated by a lit candle and ends at a stormy night and between all this night we see the journey of self-discovery of a lost father and a lost daughter. I would love to rewatch it and discover more symbolism.
    8manisha-yadav777

    a master piece!

    The film is one of the best films in Bengali film world.Anjan Das is a superb director and this is a master piece by him.The film deals with the life of a young girl played by Indrani Halder.This is Planman motion's 3rd bengali film and is a big hit like the other two.Great to see so many brilliant scripts and beautiful films. The movie basically is a poetry and the director has brilliantly turned this poem into a film for the silver screen.Indrani is superb as Tukun,the protagonist in the film who has lots of wishes and desires.Soumitra Chatterjee is her father in the film and he is one man who helps her to fulfill her dreams. Saanjhbaatir is a subtle and beautiful movie and is a landmark in Bengali film industry.This one by Anjan Das is a master piece!
    8ektakapoor136

    A simple story told in an exceptioannly beautiful manner..

    Saanjhbaatir Roopkathara is a lovely picture about a young girl and her dreams.A great film by the director and he has made amazing effort to make such a movie.I must say it is technically among the top movies that I have ever come across.I am a movie buff and simply love talking about them after I watch them.The stars in it be the lead actress Indrani Haldar or Soumitra Chatterjee playing her father,both are simply brilliant. The movie is a poetry on the big screen and brings the best out of Bengali cinema. Its a must watch film for movie lovers who like watching serious movies.The pace, dialogs, presentation, style all underscore the poetic influence.Saanjhbaatir Roopkathara full of dreams and metaphors. Imaginary muses act as spiritual and emotional guides for the lonely girl in the movie. There is excellent cinematography.The director has beautifully orchestrated the use of nature – both for sound and imagery.Saanjhbaatir is a brilliant film and a must watch for every movie buff.
    dwslink

    Awesome movie by Anjan Das & Planman motion pictures!

    Saanjhbathir Roopkathara is a beautiful movie directed by Anjan Das. The movie is all about poetry. Joy Goswami is the story writer,also one my favorite poet. Saanjhbathir Roopkathara is a low-budget Bengali film produced by Arindam Chaudhuri, directed by Anjan Das. Saanjhbathir Roopkathara is about the unrealized dreams of a girl,played by Indrani Haldar. Indrani Halder is excellent and has portrayed her character brilliantly. Her dream is ultimately turned into reality by her father,played by Soumitra Chatterjee , who supported her and thus helped her start writing poetry at a young age. Saanjhbathir is an example of a great Bengali movie to the world and is one of the best till date. The director is excellent and so is the cinematography. It is a must watch for all movie lovers.Saanjhbaatir Roopkathara is a landmark in the world of Bengali cinema.
    8vinni-rawat888

    Brilliant bengali film!!!

    Saanjhbaatir Roopkathara is an awesome Bengali film.One of the very few movies that I love watching again and again is Sanjhbathir Roopkathara. The movie is a low-budget film produced by Arindam Chaudhuri while Anjan Das is the director of this Bengali masterpiece. Saanjhbathir Roopkathara is all about the dreams of a girl, which are ultimately realized and come true after much drama. The movie is also all about a poetry. Indrani Halder,the lead actress has given a brilliant performance. Soumitra Chatterjee,father of Indrani in the film has also given one of his best performances. The movie is a poetry on the big screen and brings the best out of Bengali cinema. Its a must watch film for movie lovers who like watching serious movies.I would never mind watching this film again nevertheless I have already watched it thrice!!!

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      Official Selection at Montreal World Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, Rotterdam International Film festival, Edmonton International Film Festival, Singapore International Film Festival, Rome Film Festival, Madrid Film Festival, etc.

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    • Release date
      • January 1, 2002 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official site
      • Watch on KLiKK
    • Language
      • Bengali
    • Also known as
      • साँझबातिर रूपकथारा
    • Production company
      • Deep Films
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      • 2h(120 min)
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