Research, Respect, Reality: The Missing Ingredients in Today’s Indian War Films
A recent viewing of the film Fighter made many connoisseurs wonder whether Bollywood will ever stop flirting with a serious subject like war. The...
Mithun Chakraborty as Kabuliwala: A Misfit in the Tapestry of Tagore’s Timeless Tale
Sandip Ray, eminent journalist Roshmila Bhattacharya, and I were discussing Bengali cinema at the Ray residence. I informed them that I was unhappy with...
The Common Man on Screen: How Raj Kapoor Championed the Indian Proletariat
Raj Kapoor disagreed with how director Basu Bhattacharya wanted him to react to Waheeda Rehman's lip-synching, Aa Aa Bhi Ja in Teesri Kasam. He asked cinematographer...
Bhopal Gas Web Series Stirs New Generation, But Tragedy Far From Over
I am not the ideal reviewer because I am too close to Bhopal. I have seen every documentary and most of the photos taken....
Bengal’s Cinematic Landscape: A Plea for Talent, Investment and a Commitment to Excellence
The past Durga Puja witnessed the release of a cluster of Bengali films that were mostly forgettable. "Dasham Avatar," "Raktabij," and "Bagha Jatin" turned...
In Memory of Syed Gulrez: A Talent Revered in Film, Poetry and Music
Syed Gulrez, a noted multi-talented writer and poet, passed away at his home in Los Angeles on November 4, 2023. The 74-year-old outstanding lyricist...
