Mrinal Sen

Writers, film fraternity criticise Mamata govt over Rushdie

The literary and film community on February 1 came out in support of controversial author Salman Rushdie and blamed the West Bengal government for cancellation of his visit to the metropolis. "If a world-renowned writer is unable to come to Kolkata, then it is extremely unfortunate," Magsaysay award-winning author Mahasweta Devi said. ...  

Bengali actor Haradhan Bandopadhyay passes away

Bengali actor Haradhan Bandopadhyay, a veteran of theatre, films and television serials, passed away in Kolkata on Saturday. ...  

Column: Is the National Award losing its charm?

New Delhi: Once upon a time the most glamorous, eagerly-awaited and coveted award was Filmfare. It was the oldest, truly defined hi-glitz event that captured the seductive magic of star-power. This was a time way before Facebook and Twitter or the whos-sleeping-with-who brand of journalism invaded our lives. Stars were elusive and this lends them a mystique aura that is impossible to imitate. This of course, like most other things,...  

Soumitra: What have I done to deserve accolades?

Kolkata: In another recognition of his contribution to the world of films, drama and poetry, this year's Dadasaheb Phalke recipient Soumitra Chatterjee was felicitated by a leading business group. Stating that he was overwhelmed by the ecstatic response of the people in the wake of his receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke, Soumitra said, "I sometimes wonder what great have I done to deserve such accolades, such warmth and such unalloyed happiness....  

Mrinal Sen turns 90, says he has not yet retired

Kolkata: Far from calling it quits, legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen on his 90th birthday today said that he might just come up with another new film. "Everyday I feel like making a new film. Ideas pop up out of my head. Let's see when I can act on them," Sen, who along with Satyajit Ray and Ritwik Ghatak changed the profile of Indian cinema in the eyes of the world,...  

Never saw Satyajit Ray angry: Mamata Shankar

New Delhi: Renowned Bengali actress Mamata Shankar started her career with Mrinal Sen, but she got a chance to work with Satyajit Ray on films such as 'Ganashatru', 'Shakha Proshakha' and 'Agantuk'. She describes the differences in the working styles of both the legendary filmmakers. Q: You always wanted to work with Satyajit Ray. A: It was my dream to just show my face in one small scene, just to...  

Have learnt a lot from Satyajit Ray: Tavernier

Panaji: Renowned French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier, a man whose passion for films since the age of 14 has led to movies like 'The Clockmaker' and 'The Princess of Montpensier', says Indian classics made by Satyajit Ray and Mrinal Sen have greatly influenced him. "I have seen a few Indian films which are now considered classics. I have learnt a lot from Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen and Shyam Benegal. I like...  

Asian Film Festival Schedule: Day 6

Here is the list of films you can watch on 2nd November at the Asian Film Festival... Wednesday, 3rd November Plaza Theatre 10 am to 11.30 am Khudakushi from India directed by Rakesh Mehta. Khudakushi is based on two Indian Muslim youngsters dilemma, who carry out unlawful acts with a view to make better space for their people. But they were under wrong illusion and now there is no escape....  

Mrinal Sen's 'Khandahar' at Cannes again

The classic makes a second appearance at the film festival ...