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News18
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vivek Agnihotri Says The Bengal Files Will Explore A Dark Chapter Of History
Last Updated: Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's "The Bengal Files" premieres in the U.S. before its India release on September 5, 2025, starring Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher. Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri took to social media to reveal that his upcoming project, 'The Bengal Files" will explore an unforgotten dark chapter in history. Taking to Instagram, he posted a few images and wrote, 'They turned Bengal's wisdom into ashes. The land that once lit up Bharat's soul with Indic renaissance… was silenced by communal hate. The streets of Bengal were drowned in blood. India forgot. But we remembered. And now the world will know. The Bengal Files Releasing Worldwide on 05 September 2025 #TheBengalFiles #RightToLife." The makers of 'The Bengal Files" have kicked off a special premiere tour across the United States, featuring 10 grand screenings, which started from July 19 in New Jersey. The film's first-ever premiere in New Jersey set the tone, with honest and emotional reactions pouring in from moviegoers, reflecting the film's deep resonance. The filmmaker shared snippets of the audience's response on Instagram, showcasing how profoundly moved viewers were by the raw and hard-hitting portrayal of 'Direct Action Day." He captioned the post, 'Audience reactions after the first-ever screening of the untold story of Hindu Genocide #TheBengalFiles in New Jersey." Written and directed by Vivek Agnihotri, 'The Bengal Files" is set to premiere internationally ahead of its grand release in India. The makers have announced a massive U.S. premiere tour, featuring 10 major screenings across key cities. The tour kicked off on July 19 in New Jersey and continues through Washington DC (July 20), Raleigh (July 25), Atlanta (July 26), Tampa (July 27), Phoenix (August 1), Los Angeles (August 2), San Francisco Bay Area (August 3), Detroit (August 7), Chicago (August 9), and concludes in Houston on August 10. Produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi, the film features an ensemble cast including Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar. Part of Agnihotri's acclaimed Files trilogy—alongside 'The Kashmir Files" and 'The Tashkent Files"—the film explores another dark and powerful chapter in Indian history. 'The Bengal Files" is slated for its theatrical release in India on September 5, 2025. First Published: July 22, 2025, 15:40 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.
India.com
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
The Bengal Files First REVIEW Out: Netizens Call Vivek Ranjan Agnihotris Film Haunting After Grand Premiere In New Jersey
'The Bengal Files' First Review: Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's 'The Bengal Files' is making waves since its gripping teaser released. Earlier, The makers have announced premiere tour which includes 10 grand mega screenings across the United States, starting July 19 in New Jersey. Amid this honest reviews of 'The Bengal Files' are out. Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri directorial has left the audiences stunned, the film has now created a stir with its first-ever grand premiere in New Jersey, USA. After first-ever premiere held in New Jersey, moviegoers honest reactions are pouring inn and speaking volume about the film's impact on the viewes. Taking to Instagram, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri shared audience's reactions, showing how deeply moved they were after witnessing the hard-hitting, shocking, and untold story of "Direct Action Day"—a portrayal that raises the alarming question: is Bengal becoming another Kashmir? He also wrote the caption, 'Audience reactions after the first-ever screening of the untold story of Hindu Genocide #TheBengalFiles in New Jersey.' Check 'The Bengal Files' First Review Below! 'The Bengal Files' USA Tour Dates As announced, The Bengal Files will have international premieres ahead of its grand release in India, beginning with a massive USA tour. The schedule of the 10 grand premieres across the U.S. will be like, 19 July in New Jersey, 20 July in Washington DC, 25 July in Raleigh, 26 July in Atlanta, 27 July in Tampa, 01 August in Phoenix, 02 August in Los Angeles, 03 August in Sf Bay Area, 07 August in Detroit, 09 August in Chicago, and concluding on 10 August in Houston. The Bengal Files is written and directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri and produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi. It stars Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar. The film presented by Tej Narayan Agarwal & I Am Buddha is a part of Vivek's Files trilogy that includes The Kashmir Files and The Tashkent Files. FAQs When Is 'The Bengal Files' Releasing In India? Vivek Agnihotri's film will arrive in Indian theatres on September 5, 2025. What Was The Earlier Title Of The Bengal Files? The Bengal Files was initially titled as 'The Delhi Files: The Bengal Chapter.' Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's Upcoming Film Is Based On? It's the third installment in director Vivek Agnihotri's 'Files' trilogy and is based on communal violence in Bengal during the 1940s.
India.com
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘The Delhi Files' Renamed To ‘The Bengal Files: Right To Life' Following Public Demand, Confirms Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri
New Delhi: Director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri has officially renamed his highly anticipated film from 'The Delhi Files: The Bengal Chapter' to 'The Bengal Files: Right to Life' in response to significant public demand. This film marks the third installment in Agnihotri's politically charged 'Files' trilogy and is now scheduled for theatrical release on September 5, 2025. Produced by Abhishek Agarwal, Pallavi Joshi, and Agnihotri himself, 'The Bengal Files' delves into the harrowing communal violence that affected undivided Bengal in the 1940s, particularly focusing on Direct Action Day and the Noakhali riots. The filmmaker characterizes the events depicted in the film as a 'Hindu genocide,' aiming to shed light on long-neglected historical episodes. BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: The Delhi Files is now The Bengal Files. Teaser coming this Thursday, 12 June 2025 at 12 PM. In cinemas on 05 September 2025. দ্য দিল্লি ফাইলস এখন দ্য বেঙ্গল ফাইলস। টিজার আসছে আগামী বৃহস্পতিবার, ১২ই জুন ২০২৫, দুপুর ১২টায়। ছবিটি প্রেক্ষাগৃহে মুক্তি… — Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) June 10, 2025 The film features notable performances from Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, and Pallavi Joshi in key roles. Due to safety concerns, much of the filming has been relocated from Kolkata to Mumbai. Despite these challenges, the production has been completed. A teaser released earlier showcased a haunting portrayal of Mithun Chakraborty's character—a bearded man walking solemnly through a corridor while reciting the Preamble to the Constitution, accompanied by a visibly burnt tongue, symbolizing deep trauma and resilience. This teaser has already garnered over 10 million views on YouTube, reflecting the excitement surrounding the film's release. Previously, Agnihotri reached out to the nation through a social media video, providing insight into the film's premise while inviting citizens to contribute to its research. He captioned the post, 'ATTENTION: We are crowdsourcing research for our upcoming film on Bengal. If you want to contribute to the making of history, this is your chance., I've asked an important question at the end, watch till the end and please answer. And don't forget to share." In the video, Agnihotri poses a provocative question: 'Is Bengal going to become another Kashmir?'—suggesting that the film will serve both as a warning and a wake-up call. 'The Bengal Files: Right to Life' follows Agnihotri's previously discussed films, 'The Tashkent Files' (2019) and 'The Kashmir Files' (2022). Presented by Tej Narayan Agarwal and I Am Buddha Productions, this latest film continues Agnihotri's mission to highlight lesser-known chapters of Indian history through cinema.
India.com
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
It's A People's Film: Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri Addresses Nation On The Delhi Files: The Bengal Chapter
New Delhi: Renowned filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri has once again stirred public discourse with the announcement of his upcoming film, The Delhi Files: The Bengal Chapter. Known for tackling hard-hitting truths, Agnihotri addressed the nation through a social media video, offering a glimpse into the film's premise and inviting citizens to contribute to its research. Describing the film as a 'people's film,' Agnihotri called for public inputs, especially concerning Direct Action Day—a key historical moment central to the narrative. He revealed that this project marks the culmination of a four-year journey that began with Bengal Sinister, a political research initiative focused on genocide. In the video, Agnihotri poses a provocative question: "Is Bengal going to become another Kashmir?"—suggesting the film will serve as both a warning and a wake-up call. Alongside actress-producer Pallavi Joshi and their team, Agnihotri has carried out extensive fieldwork, documenting testimonies from Bengal residents—some nearing a century in age—and analysing archival materials including books and newspaper reports. In his caption accompanying the video, the filmmaker wrote: 'ATTENTION: We are crowdsourcing research for our upcoming film on Bengal. If you want to contribute in the making of history, this is your chance. I've asked an important question at the end, watch till the end and please answer. And don't forget to share.' Watch the full message here: ATTENTION: We are crowdsourcing research for our upcoming film on Bengal. If you want to contribute in the making of history, this is your chance., I've asked an important question at the end, watch till the end and please answer. And don't forget to share. — Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) May 15, 2025 The Delhi Files: The Bengal Chapter is directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri and jointly produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi. The film is presented by Tej Narayan Agarwal and I Am Buddha Productions.
