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Time of India
29-07-2025
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- Time of India
Late filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak to receive a special tribute, deets inside
Marking the birth centenary of late filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak, a special tribute has been organised for him. Marking the birth centenary of late filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak , a special tribute has been organised for him. The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will honour Ritwik Ghatak, commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of the cinematic pioneer. Known for his deep engagement with partition, social realities, and feminism, Ghatak's films like Meghe Dhaka Tara, Subarnarekha, and Komal Gandhar are now celebrated as masterpieces. His distinctive voice and revolutionary visual storytelling shaped the narrative of Indian cinema in ways that are still being studied and appreciated by filmmakers and scholars across the globe. Speaking about the tribute, IFFM Festival Director Mitu Bhowmik Lange said, "Ritwik Ghatak was a visionary far ahead of his time. His cinema dealt with trauma, displacement, and identity with such poetic depth and urgency that it resonates even more today. At IFFM, we believe it is our responsibility to bring global attention to icons like Ritwik Ghatak, whose work shaped the conscience of Indian filmmaking. This centenary celebration is not just a tribute, it's a reminder of the kind of stories we must continue to tell. " IFFM 2025 will be held from August 14 to 24.
The Hindu
29-07-2025
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- The Hindu
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 to honour cinema icon Ritwik Ghatak with retrospective on birth centenary
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 will pay tribute to iconic filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak on his 100th birth anniversary with a special retrospective celebrating his cinematic legacy. The late filmmaker, considered one of the greatest visionaries of Indian cinema, will be commemorated through screenings of his landmark works, academic panels, and curated discussions that aim to bring global attention to his pioneering contributions. Ghatak is celebrated for his impactful films, particularly those exploring the social and psychological aftermath of the Partition of India. His most popular works include the Partition Trilogy, consisting of Meghe Dhaka Tara (1960), Komal Gandhar (1961), and Subarnarekha (1965). Other notable films include Jukti Takko Aar Gappo (1974) and Titash Ekti Nadir Naam (1973). IFFM festival director Mitu Bhowmik Lange hailed Ghatak as a visionary who was "far ahead of his time". ALSO READ: A digital archive locates the Kolkata homes of icons of Indian cinema "His cinema dealt with trauma, displacement, and identity with such poetic depth and urgency that it resonates even more today. At IFFM, we believe it is our responsibility to bring global attention to icons like Ritwik Ghatak, whose work shaped the conscience of Indian filmmaking," Lange said in a statement. The 2025 edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will be held from August 14 to 24.
NDTV
29-07-2025
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- NDTV
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne: Ritwik Ghatak To Be Honoured On His Birth Centenary
Mumbai: Late National Award winning filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak will be celebrated at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 with a retrospect on the Padma Shri honorary's birth centenary. A special tribute will be paid to the legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak, commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of the cinematic pioneer. Ghatak's contributions as a director, screenwriter, actor, and playwright have left an indelible mark on world cinema. Along with prominent contemporary Bengali filmmakers like Satyajit Ray, Tapan Sinha and Mrinal Sen, Ghatak's cinema is primarily remembered for its meticulous depiction of social reality, partition and feminism. His films like Meghe Dhaka Tara, Subarnarekha, and Komal Gandhar are now celebrated as masterpieces. Speaking about the tribute, IFFM Festival Director Mitu Bhowmik Lange said, 'Ritwik Ghatak was a visionary far ahead of his time. His cinema dealt with trauma, displacement, and identity with such poetic depth and urgency that it resonates even more today.' 'At IFFM, we believe it is our responsibility to bring global attention to icons like Ritwik Ghatak, whose work shaped the conscience of Indian filmmaking. This centenary celebration is not just a tribute, it's a reminder of the kind of stories we must continue to tell,' Lange said. Honoured with the Padma Shri and multiple National Awards, Ghatak is widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. Ghatak won the National Film Award's Rajat Kamal Award for Best Story in 1974 for his Jukti Takko Aar Gappo and Best Director's Award from Bangladesh Cine Journalist's Association for Titash Ekti Nadir Naam. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri for Arts in 1970. Along with Ghatak, Guru Dutt's 100 years will be celebrated at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 with special tribute screenings of his 1957 movie 'Pyaasa' and 'Kaagaz Ke Phool', which was released in 1959.
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 to honor legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak on his birth centenary
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 will honor Ritwik Ghatak's centennial with a retrospective of his films. The festival aims to introduce his groundbreaking work to global audiences, featuring panel discussions and academic tributes. Ghatak's films explored themes of partition, social upheaval, and displacement, leaving an enduring legacy on Indian cinema. The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 will pay a special tribute to the late Ritwik Ghatak , commemorating the 100th anniversary of the acclaimed filmmaker's birth. Recognized as a National Award winner and Padma Shri honoree, Ghatak's pioneering work as a director, screenwriter, actor, and playwright profoundly shaped Indian cinema and continues to inspire filmmakers worldwide. Despite limited recognition during his lifetime, Ghatak's films, including Meghe Dhaka Tara , Subarnarekha , and Komal Gandhar , are now hailed as masterpieces. His unique cinematic voice tackled themes of partition, social upheaval, displacement, and feminism with poetic intensity and revolutionary visual storytelling, leaving an enduring legacy that remains relevant today. Ritwik Ghatak IFFM 2025 will feature a dedicated retrospective of Ghatak's landmark films alongside panel discussions and academic tributes, aiming to introduce his groundbreaking work to new audiences globally. Festival director Mitu Bhowmik Lange highlighted the importance of this tribute. 'Ritwik Ghatak was a visionary ahead of his time. His films explored trauma and identity with depth and urgency that still resonate. This celebration is not just a tribute—it's a call to continue telling such vital stories," said Mitu. The centenary event is set to be a key highlight of the festival, uniting cinephiles, scholars, and contemporary filmmakers to honor a legend who redefined the language of Indian cinema.
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First Post
29-07-2025
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- First Post
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025 to do a retrospect of Padma Shri honorary Ritwik Ghatak on is birth centenary
The centenary celebration will be one of the cornerstone events of IFFM 2025, bringing together cinephiles, historians, and contemporary filmmakers to honour a legend who redefined the language of cinema. read more The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 is proud to announce a special tribute to legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak, commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of the cinematic pioneer. A towering figure in Indian cinema, Ghatak's contributions as a director, screenwriter, actor, and playwright have left an indelible mark on world cinema, even though much of his work was not fully recognised during his lifetime. Known for his deep engagement with partition, social realities, and feminism, Ghatak's films like Meghe Dhaka Tara, Subarnarekha, and Komal Gandhar are now celebrated as masterpieces. His distinctive voice and revolutionary visual storytelling shaped the narrative of Indian cinema in ways that are still being studied and appreciated by filmmakers and scholars across the globe. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Honoured with the Padma Shri and multiple National Awards, Ritwik Ghatak is widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. IFFM's 2025 edition will feature a dedicated retrospective of his landmark films, panel discussions, and academic tributes aimed at celebrating his legacy and introducing his work to new global audiences. Speaking about the tribute, IFFM Festival Director Mitu Bhowmik Lange said, 'Ritwik Ghatak was a visionary far ahead of his time. His cinema dealt with trauma, displacement, and identity with such poetic depth and urgency that it resonates even more today. At IFFM, we believe it is our responsibility to bring global attention to icons like Ritwik Ghatak, whose work shaped the conscience of Indian filmmaking. This centenary celebration is not just a tribute, it's a reminder of the kind of stories we must continue to tell.' The centenary celebration will be one of the cornerstone events of IFFM 2025, bringing together cinephiles, historians, and contemporary filmmakers to honour a legend who redefined the language of cinema.
