CHE#67 | Bangla Podcast | The "Crisis" of Bangla Cinema today | Indranil Roychowdhury
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The Bangla film industry is facing a storm — caught between deepening trade-union (guild) conflicts and a long-standing decline in both artistic quality and commercial viability. While a few standout films continue to shine, the broader picture reveals a troubling trajectory.
In this conversation, Debarati and Pratyay engage with renowned filmmaker Indranil Roychowdhury — celebrated for Foring, Mayar Janjal, and the acclaimed web series Chhotolok — who is not only a sharp cinematic voice but also a key participant in the ongoing union disputes.
Together, they explore the multiple crises gripping Bangla cinema: the collapse of creative ecosystems, the disconnect with audiences, the erosion of collective bargaining power, and how all of this mirrors larger national and global challenges facing the film world. A must-watch for anyone invested in the future of meaningful cinema.
Hosted by: Debarati and Pratyay
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