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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jury member expresses disappointment at quality of Tollywood feature films submitted for National Film awards
1 2 3 4 5 6 KOLKATA: A jury member of the 71st National Film Awards from Kolkata has expressed disappointment at the quality of films from Tollywood that were submitted in the feature film category. Aneesh Basu, who won Best Audiography for 'Jhilli' at the 69th National Film Awards, was the only one from Kolkata among the 11-member central panel of the feature film jury headed by Director Ashutosh Gowarikar this year. Arjunn Dutta's 'Deep Fridge' was the lone ranger from Tollywood whose name featured in the winners' list that was announced on Friday. Basu told TOI that the standard of submitted films from Tollywood left many in the jury wondering about the dip in the quality of Bengali feature films. "Even while watching films in the final round, we found most repeating the same locations. The characters are confined within the same room and talk about the same relationship problems. Cinema from Bengal was once a brand. But the quality of contemporary movies in submission left jury members disappointed. That is why not one Bengali feature film received any award in any category while competing with films from other languages. One Bengali feature film had to win in the language film category, but that category was not any competition with films from all other languages," said Basu. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata As many as 16 Bengali feature films were submitted in the regional round. "That included 'Ardhangini', 'Niharika', 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation', 'Deep Fridge', 'Padatik', 'Matripokhho', 'Raktabeej', 'Projapoti', 'Bablir Bornoporichoy', 'Rabindra Kabya Rahasya', 'Bijoyar Pore', 'Kabuliwala', 'Kurban', 'Fatafati', 'Abhagi' and 'Ami O Manohar'. As part of the central jury, we only saw the four Bengali feature films that made it to the final round. Those were 'Ardhangani', 'Niharika', 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation' and 'Deep Fridge'. There was a neck-to-neck fight between 'Deep Fridge' and a film by a multiple national award-winning director. The jury unanimously wanted to give the award to a young director. Age and inexperience mattered since we wanted to recognise the efforts of a new voice," added the 36-year-old jury member. 'Deep Fridge' director told TOI, "My film was selected for the Indian panorama of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) too. While the National Award for 'Deep Fridge' completes a circle for me, I would definitely want more films from Tollywood to win awards in the national competition with other language movies in the feature film section." The story of Bengal's talent is slightly different in the non-feature film category. The top award in the non-feature category was picked up by Soumyajit Ghosh Dastidar's 'Flowering Man'. His Swarna Kamal for the best non-feature film comes with prize money of Rs 3 lakh. There are two Rajat Kamal winners for Kolkata-based technicians. While editor Niladri Roy received it for 'Moving Focus', sound designer Shubharun Sengupta got it for 'Dhundhgiri Ke Phool'. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Deep Fridge wins National Award for Best Bengali Feature Film
Arjunn Dutta's 'Deep Fridge' has clinched the National Award for Best Bengali Feature Film, marking a proud moment for Bengali cinema. Dutta's film explores emotional repression and fragile relationships, starring Abir Chatterjee and Tnusree Chakraborty. The director highlights the film's focus on a divorced couple seeking closure for a guilt-free future, while Tnusree expresses excitement for the team's achievement. Filmmaker Arjunn Dutta has brought pride to Bengali cinema by winning the National Award for Best Bengali Feature Film for his introspective film Deep Fridge at the 71st National Film Awards. The film stars Abir Chatterjee, Tnusree Chakraborty, Anuradha Mukherjee among others. The film which is penned by the director stands out as an exploration of emotional repression, domestic silence, and the hidden fragility of human relationships. The film, marked by its layered storytelling and restrained performances, has resonated strongly with both audiences and critics, making this national recognition especially significant. 'The film's win is a proud moment not only for us but for Bengali cinema as a whole, highlighting the continued importance of regional voices in the national cinematic landscape,' said the director. Talking about the story line of the film, Arjunn said, 'Divorces can be tricky and tough. Our human brains have evolved to hone a drive for love and partnership that lasts just long enough until one is predisposed. In this film both Swarnava and Mili are victims of this vicious, prejudiced idea of a perfectly happy marriage. Will they be able to seek closure post their divorce and see things with more clarity in an effort to build a guilt free future for both of them separately which is fair to their only child Tatai is this film all about. ' Tnusree who plays a pivotal character in this film is excited about the win. 'It is an overwhelming feeling for the entire team, who has worked day in and out to make this film happen. Congratulations to us,' said the actress.
News18
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
National award will motivate other young directors: Deep Fridge director
Kolkata, Aug 1 (PTI) Arjunn Dutta, whose 'Deep Fridge' won the National Award for Bengali feature film, said the honour will inspire and motivate new independent thinking directors like him to make their kind of cinema. He also described it as a proud moment for Bengali cinema. Deep Fridge, directed by Dutta, won the National Award for Best Bengali Feature Film in the 71st National Awards announced on Friday evening. 'Deep Fridge, which had been screened in IFFI has been very special to us. I am so happy for the honour. It will motivate young independent filmmakers like me to make my kind of cinema," Dutta told PTI. He said the film was also special to him as it was made when his mother fell ill and died. view comments First Published: August 01, 2025, 22:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
01-08-2025
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Abir Chatterjee On National Award Win For Deep Fridge: 'I Almost Didn't Do It…'
Last Updated: Abir Chatterjee is thrilled as Deep Fridge, starring him and Tnusree C and directed by Arjun Dutta, won Best Bengali Film at the 71st National Film Awards. Bengali superstar Abir Chatterjee is elated as Arjun Dutta's Deep Fridge which stars him and actress Tnusree C, has won the Best Bengali Film at the 71st National Film Awards, which were announced today. Speaking exclusively to News18 Showsha, the actor shared his excitement and looked back at how he almost didn't end up doing the film. 'I had initially said no to the film," Abir revealed. 'There were some date issues and things weren't aligning. But Arjun [Dutta] was persistent — he kept at it, and I eventually gave in. I am glad I did. We shot the film in 2023." The actor also said that it was an intense project to take on, especially because the film is largely hinged on just two characters. 'That automatically means the load is a lot more on the actors to hold the audience's attention and carry the film emotionally," he said. He added that this made the process more demanding but also creatively rewarding. 'I'm genuinely happy that the film has struck a chord with the critics. It means a lot when such stories get recognised at the national level." Opening up about how creatively involved he was throughout the shoot, Abir said, 'It became a very collaborative process. I would return from the shoot and discuss the next day's scenes with Arjun. I even gave my inputs — it was creatively very fulfilling. I hope he gets the recognition he deserves." However, Deep Fridge, despite the national recognition, has not yet released. Speaking about this, Abir admitted, 'It's unfortunate, but there are multiple factors. Those backing the film weren't sure if the Bengali audience was ready for a film like this. But hopefully, that will change now. When a film wins such a prestigious award, it definitely piques audience interest." This isn't the first time Abir Chatterjee's film has won at the National Film Awards. In the 2017 film Bishorjon, directed by Kaushik Ganguly, a moving cross-border love story, Abir played Naseer, an Indian Muslim man stranded on the Bangladeshi side of the Ichhamati River, who was cared for by a Hindu widowed woman, played by Jaya Ahsan. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Bengali at the 64th National Film Awards in 2017. Looking ahead, Abir, well-known for playing iconic detective characters like Byomkesh Bakshi and Feluda, will be seen in Raktabeej 2, directed by Shiboprosad Mukherjee of Praktan and Belashuru fame. His next, Suman Mukhopadhyay's The Puppet's Tale (Putulnacher Itikatha), premiered in International Film Festival Rotterdam's Big Screen Competition in February. First Published: August 01, 2025, 20:40 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
