Jaya elated as ‘Putulnacher Itikatha’ felicitated at IFFR
On February 6, "Putulnacher Itikatha" made its world premiere at the prestigious International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR).
Jaya Ahsan, along with the film's team, attended the event in person. Draped in an elegant Dhakai jamdani saree, she graced the red carpet with poise and radiance, capturing the attention of the audience and media alike.
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In an interview with The Daily Star over the phone from the Netherlands, the actress shared her excitement about the reception of the film, saying, "We had a wonderful turnout at the festival. Everyone loved the film and expressed their appreciation with immense praise. I am overwhelmed to be attending such a prestigious film festival."
Addressing the film's achievement in the competition, she said, "'Putulnacher Itikatha' has competed in the main competition (Big Screen Competition), which is a huge achievement. It is the only Bengali-language film in the primary competition at a prestigious festival like the IFFR."
The film is set to have three screenings at the festival, allowing more international viewers the chance to watch it.
In "Putulnacher Itikatha", Jaya Ahsan portrays the character of Kushum. Reflecting on her role, she shared, "'Putulnacher Itikatha' is one of my favourite novels. After 'Padma Nadir Majhi', this is one of Manik Bandopadhyay's most widely read works. It is a powerful piece of literature, and I feel honoured to have played the role of Kushum in this remarkable story."
Jaya Ahsan also took a moment to convey her admiration for director Suman Mukhopadhyay, saying, "He has made this film with great care. Our team poured our hearts into our performances with utmost dedication and love. The result is a truly wonderful film, and the audience here has embraced it wholeheartedly."
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