Director: Rituparno Ghosh
Writers: Saradindu Bandopaddhyay (based on story "Chorabali" Quick Sand) (as Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay) , Rituparno Ghosh
Stars: Sujoy Ghosh, Indraneil Sengupta, Arpita Pal |
Storyline :
Maharaja Arunangshu, the ruler of a princely state named Balabantpur,had
made a wish list on his death bed in the presence of Dewan
Chandrashekhar, the family physician Kaligati and the High Priest. It
laid down certain conditions for his heir, his son Himangshu. The first
of which forbade Himangshu from marrying a non Hindu girl, and the
second demanded a legitimate heir within three years of his marriage.
Bound by his father's conditions of succession, Himangshu is compelled
to marry Alaka, an aspiring actress. A year and half into the marriage,
Harinath, the young palace librarian disappears without any trace. This
mystery occasions the arrival of the sleuth Byomkesh and his author
friend Ajit to Balwantpur. The visit though is under the pretext of an
invitation for a hunting expedition. In course of their stay, they
unfold many secrets involving the residents of the palace and about the
topography of Balwantpur. Byomkesh is particularly intrigued by the
character of Kaligati, the ...Satyanweshi Movie Reviews :
Ritu
Da's last film and as usual its a masterpiece. Sujoy Ghosh's portrayal
as Byomkesh was ideal and so was the story. Will recommend everyone to
go for the movie not because it's a Rituparno Ghosh film but for the
sheer cinematic pleasure it brings on screen. It is a fresh experience
to see a new Byomkesh, the smart,suave sleuth that he is and Anindya as
Ajit was equally convincing. Ritu Da's on screen grandeur was prominent
even in this detective film with embroidered drapes,lanterns, exquisite
jewelery and the big palace. The film is paced in a way which gives the
audience ample time to think along with Byomkesh and Ajit. Indraneil and
Arpita was perfect as the King and Queen of Balwantpur. In total its a
great experience to watch it and remember the legendary director that we
all love and miss.
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