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Mint
3 days ago
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- Mint
Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri announces release date of new movie about Bengal; social media says, ‘Waiting for Manipur files'
Bollywood filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri has announced the release date of his new film, The Bengal Files. The movie, based on communal violence in the 1940s, is all set to be released on September 5. '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 director wrote on social media, not revealing the identity of 'they'. 'The streets of Bengal were drowned in blood. India forgot. But we remembered. And now the world will know,' Agnihotri wrote while announcing the release date. Social media users, especially those from West Bengal, reacted to the announcement. 'Tell your boss that they will lose again in Bengal,' came from one Bengali user. One user claimed, 'The movie was called Delhi Files earlier. When BJP came to power in Delhi, the name change happened.' 'We are good here. Can you please stop doing this Publicity Stunt?' wrote another Bengali. One of them wrote, 'B-Grade movies ka C-Grade director…' 'How about the Gujarat files? It could solve why a popular public leader does not give interviews for 2 decades!' commented another. Another remarked, 'Waiting for Manipur files.' One user predicted that it would be a 'Maha Flop communal movie'. Another called Agnihotri 'The film director from WhatsApp University'. Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri is no stranger to controversy. In October 2013, he tweeted, 'What makes NANO the SAFEST car for Women. THERE IS SIMPLY NO WAY TO GET GANG R*PED IN HERE.' Earlier in 2025, he reacted to the Samay Raina controversy and compared it to Kashmiri Pandits 'getting lynched'. Samay Raina 'must have experienced how it feels when people who don't agree with you come to lynch you', he wrote. Vivek Agnihotri's film The Kashmir Files (2022) became a massive box office success. However, it faced criticism for showing communal violence in an allegedly biased manner. Kashmir politicians like Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti slammed the film. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called it 'false propaganda'. Agnihotri sent her a legal notice seeking an apology. Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid called it a 'propaganda, vulgar movie'. The jury head at the 2022 International Film Festival of India sparked a major controversy with his comments.
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.
News18
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Tiger Shroff On Working With Jackie Shroff, Suniel Shetty: ‘Meri Aukaat Nahi...'
Tiger Shroff recently wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming action thriller, Baaghi 4, co-starring Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Bajwa and Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu Tiger Shroff recently gave a pleasant surprise to his father, Jackie Shroff, with his unexpected appearance at the trailer launch of the veteran actor's upcoming web series, Hunter Season 2. Co-starring Suniel Shetty, the show is scheduled to be released on July 24 on Amazon MX Player. The event was indeed filled with some fun moments and candid revelations by the actors. During a conversation, Tiger also opened up about his thoughts on sharing the screen space with Suniel and his father. The actor said, 'Meri aukaat nahin hai. I don't want to share screen space with Dad or Suniel uncle. They are two towering personalities." Furthermore, the actor also lauded Suniel and Jackie's screen presence saying, 'Action karne ki zaroorat nahi hai. They've reached a point where all they have to do is stand and walk. That is more than enough." About his father, the Baaghi actor shared, 'Whether it's the director, family members, or an unknown individual, he's just the same with everyone. That's what makes him so great." Coming back to the show, in Hunter Season 2, Suniel Shetty's character, ACP Vikram Sinha, is on a mission to save his daughter, who has been kidnapped by a mysterious villain known as The Salesman, played by Jackie Shroff. The season delves deeper into Vikram's past and personal struggles as he navigates a complex world of crime and corruption. The story is described as a father's journey to reunite with his daughter, filled with pain, love, sacrifice and redemption. Apart from them, the show also features Esha Deol, Barkha Bisht, Rahul Dev, Karanvir Sharma and Mihir Ahuja in significant roles. Talking about Tiger, he recently wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming action thriller, Baaghi 4, co-starring Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Bajwa and Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu. Directed by A Harsha and backed by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film is slated to hit the big screens on September 5. It will be facing a big box office clash with Vivek Agnihotri's upcoming project, The Bengal Files. Besides this, the actor will also reportedly share the screen space with actress Janhvi Kapoor in the upcoming romantic drama, Lag Jaa Gale. However, an official announcement is still awaited. 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.
Hans India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Vivek Agnihotri credits yoga and satvik food for reversing chronic illness
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri, known for his bold and thought-provoking cinema, recently took to social media to highlight the transformative impact of Yoga, pranayam, and satvik food on his health. Sharing a personal revelation on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Agnihotri stated that adopting a holistic lifestyle helped him overcome chronic medical conditions he had battled for decades. 'Yoga, pranayam and satvik food changed my life. I had some chronic medical conditions for decades which got reversed completely. No science is complete. It's the synergy which works,' Agnihotri wrote, emphasizing the power of natural wellness practices over conventional medicine. He further pointed out how the Western world is increasingly embracing what India has known for centuries—lifestyle medicine based on yoga, meditation, and plant-based nutrition. 'Now in the West they are practicing lifestyle medicine based on Yoga, pranayam, meditation and plant-based food. But as I learnt in marketing that you can't convince salesmen,' he added, taking a subtle dig at the skepticism surrounding traditional wellness systems. On the professional front, Agnihotri is preparing for the release of his upcoming socio-political drama The Bengal Files, slated to hit Indian theatres on September 5, 2025. But before its domestic release, the film will have an exclusive premiere across 10 major U.S. cities as part of the 'Never Again' tour. The cities included in the tour are New Jersey, Houston, Chicago, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Raleigh, Tampa, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The U.S. premieres will run from July 19 to August 10, and Agnihotri is inviting fans to book their seats in advance. He recently dropped a high-impact promotional video for the 'Never Again' tour, which featured glimpses from his previous works The Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files, along with a sneak peek into The Bengal Files. 'USA, are you ready for The Bengal Files? Grand Premieres across the USA...10 Cities. 1 Truth. If The Kashmir Files hurt you… The Bengal Files will haunt you,' Agnihotri captioned the post, building anticipation for his latest film.
