Film Overview

“Abar Asibo Phire,” the highly anticipated film from Amaladitya Films and Creative Works, has finally hit theaters. It showcases Bengal’s rich cultural tapestry. Directed by Debpratim Dasgupta, this heartwarming tale follows Pradyut (Rwitobroto Mukherjee), a young man who returns to his ancestral village of Dhatripur from the USA to meet his grandfather, Praneshbabu (Falguni Chattopadhyay).

As Pradyut rediscovers his roots, he embarks on a fascinating exploration of Bengal’s diverse traditions, music, and arts. The film takes audiences on a mesmerizing journey through the state’s cultural landscape from the Sundarbans to Nabadwip, Bardhaman, Medinipur, Bankura, and Purulia.

Producer’s Perspective

Keshabananda Mukherjee, producer, emphasizes, “At the heart of Bengali culture are songs, literature, and drama. There was a time when the songs and plays of theater resonated on the lips of culture-conscious audiences.” He adds, “This film showcases the rich musical heritage of Bengal, which is slowly fading away.”

Director’s Vision

The director, Debpratim Dasgupta, shares his inspiration: “Bengal is the most beautiful place I’ve traveled to. I wanted to showcase its culture and heritage, slowly eroding with time.” Dasgupta’s passion for Bengal’s traditions and music is evident throughout the film.

Lead Actor’s Experience

Rwitobroto Mukherjee, who plays Pradyut, recounts, “It was a unique experience, especially playing a character adjusting to new cultural norms. I enjoyed portraying someone rediscovering their roots.” Mukherjee’s character, Paddy, represents this rediscovery as he learns to speak Bengali fluently and immerses himself in the state’s culture.

Debutante’s Delight

Priyanka Roy, who makes her debut with “Abar Asibo Phire,” expresses, “This film is primarily an attempt to rediscover and celebrate our vanishing traditions and cultural heritage.” She adds, “I’m deeply grateful to our director, Debapratim Dasgupta, for giving me this wonderful opportunity.”

Music Maestro

Ratul Shankar’s ‘Abar Asibo Phire compositions seamlessly blend traditional Bengali songs with modern melodies. The film features an array of talented singers, including Rupam Islam, Indranil Sen, Jojo, Durnibar Saha, Dev Chowdhury, Amrita Dutta, Soumi, and Dipanwita Acharya, who bring the music to life with their soulful renditions.

Cast:

– Rwitobroto Mukherjee as Pradyut (Paddy)

– Falguni Chattopadhyay as Praneshbabu

– Mir Afsar Ali

– Riyanka Roy as Dhira

– Shankar Debnath

– Tulika Basu

– Special appearance by Subhashree Ganguly

Crew:

– Director: Debpratim Dasgupta

– Producer: Keshabananda Mukherjee, Debadatta Mukhopadhyay, and Mithun Chakraborty

– Music: Ratul Shankar