The trailer of Eken: Benaras e Bibhishika is out
The Eken: Benaras e Bibhishika
brings back the beloved detective
Eken Babu
for his most vibrant and thrilling adventure yet. Set against the mystic backdrop of Benaras, the story unfolds with a breathtaking aerial view of the ancient city — its golden temples, bustling ghats, and narrow alleys brimming with secrets.
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Eken Babu, played by
, arrives with his signature wit and curiosity, only to find himself caught in a web of mystery surrounding the grand celebration of
Masaan Holi
.
What begins as a festive journey quickly turns tense when a theft disrupts the celebrations and a chilling warning emerges. Saswata Chatterjee, in multiple intriguing avatars, plays Belal Mallik — a figure who hints at an imminent disaster during the sacred festival.
As colors swirl and flames rise, Eken Babu races against time to untangle a mystery where every clue leads deeper into danger.
Joining him are his loyal companions
Babi Babu
(Suhotra Mukhopadhyay) and Pramatha (Somak Ghosh), along with a compelling cast.
portrays the enigmatic Damini, while Gaurav Chakrabarty's Subimal hides layers of complexity. The ensemble, including Biswanath Basu, Debesh Chattopadhyay, Rishav Basu, Sagnik Chatterjee, and Swikriti Majumdar, enrich the story with suspense and emotion.
A special trailer launch by the river turned into a heartfelt celebration, with young fans lighting up the evening with their songs and handmade tributes. This cinematic journey promises mystery, magic, and unforgettable moments. As the sun set over the river and the city lights flickered alive, the entire cast and crew — came together to unveil the much-anticipated trailer. Amidst laughter, nostalgia, and endless photo moments, the event turned into a grand celebration of stories, friendships, and the enduring magic of Eken Babu.
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Actor Saswata Chatterjee is no stranger to playing characters who have a few shades of grey. His turn as Bob Biswas in Kahaani remains iconic to this day. So how is his upcoming character Belal Mallik in The Eken: Benaras e Bibhishika different? To begin with, he is the master of disguise. Ahead of the release of the new Eken film on Friday, the actor talks about stepping into 11 roles for one part, his love for the Eken films and more (Translated from Bengali). (Also read: 'Eken Babu has given me identity as an actor': Anirban Chakrabarti | Interview) The actor adds, 'The USP of the film is of course how Belal transforms himself into these many characters, but also how Eken Babu is able to solve this mystery that follows him. There are a total of 11 looks! I love all of them, it is difficult for me to choose one to be honest. What I am looking forward to see is which look gets the most love from the audience.' Over the years, Eken Babu has grown a tremendous fan base. The actor admits that he is also a big fan. 'It is a great opportunity because there is so much variety in one film. To be a part of a franchise like Eken itself is great… I have loved watching the show as a viewer, and I am lucky to be a part of it. It is such an interesting world,' he says. The actor was last seen in Netflix's Khakee: The Bengal Chapter. There too, he essayed an antagonistic part. Saswata is clear on how he sees these parts, and explains, 'Each character has their own point of view. No one really turns negative right after taking birth! They have their own belief system from which they function, so it is a clash of interest between Belal and Eken.' The Eken: Benaras e Bibhishika stars Anirban Chakrabarti, Gaurav Chakrabarty, Ishaa Saha, and Biswanath Basu. The film is all set to release in theatres on May 16.
