Satyajit Ray
‘Pather Panchali’ actress Uma Dasgupta passes away
Uma Dasgupta, the actress who portrayed Durga in Satyajit Ray’s “Pather Panchali” has passed away at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness.
Hindi cinema used to operate in an alternative reality: Shabana Azmi
Indian veteran actress Shabana Azmi has recently captivated the audience during a masterclass moderated by actress Vidya Balan at the 2024 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. The two icons shared insights on their journeys, the challenges of acting across different mediums, and their thoughts on the evolution of Hindi cinema.
Movies and Miles / From ‘Feluda’ to ‘Derry Girls’: Why we seek out fictional places
One of my earliest adventures into culture-based tourism was following the trail of Feluda in Kolkata, tracing the steps of Satyajit Ray’s famous detective. Since organised culture-based tourism wasn’t really a thing in this part of the world, I had to piece together the trail on my own.
Satyajit-Soumitra's memorial house lost to corporates
Satyajit Ray and Soumitra Chatterjee once shared a three-story flat at 3 Lake Temple Road in South Kolkata. This house holds a place of remembrance for two iconic figures in Bengali cinema, has now changed ownership and is in the hands of a corporate body. Anandabazar Online, an Indian media outlet, has published a report on the current condition of this historic residence.
ESSAY / Chronicling the ’70s through Satyajit Ray
The Calcutta trilogy withstands the test of time and seems relevant to us even today, perhaps because Satyajit Ray was keen to ask questions rather than suggest a solution to the audience
Birthday Special / Into the multiverse of Satyajit
Satyajit Ray and his brilliance have been a quintessential part of Bengali cinema and its representation worldwide for decades. Talking about why and how his masterpieces are legendary never seems enough, and perhaps it never will be.
The lesser-known facets of cinematic maestro Satyajit Ray
Born on May 2, 1921, Ray’s artistic journey began in the realm of commercial art before he became a filmmaker. His encounter with French filmmaker Jean Renoir and his experience with Vittorio De Sica's groundbreaking film “Bicycle Thieves” during a trip to London were pivotal, steering him toward independent filmmaking.
‘Feluda’ actor Sabyasachi Chakraborty hospitalised
The “Feluda” famed actor might be admitted to the hospital for the placement of a pacemaker in his heart. However, his family members didn’t reveal anything regarding Sabyasachi’s illness or the reason behind his hospital admission, stated the newspaper.
#Perspective / Why every child deserves a cousin like Feluda!
Discover the Enduring Legacy of Feluda: Satyajit Ray's beloved detective series continues to enchant audiences, with its charismatic protagonist, Felu, and his youthful sidekick Topshey. Drawing parallels to Sherlock Holmes, Feluda's adventures inspire curiosity and admiration, much like real-life figures such as the author's cousin, Russell. Despite societal misgivings, Russell, like Feluda, nurtured a thirst for knowledge and exploration. Through literature and personal anecdotes, the article celebrates the timeless appeal of childhood heroes, advocating for every child to have their own Feluda-like mentor.
‘Pather Panchali’ actress Uma Dasgupta passes away
Uma Dasgupta, the actress who portrayed Durga in Satyajit Ray’s “Pather Panchali” has passed away at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness.
Hindi cinema used to operate in an alternative reality: Shabana Azmi
Indian veteran actress Shabana Azmi has recently captivated the audience during a masterclass moderated by actress Vidya Balan at the 2024 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. The two icons shared insights on their journeys, the challenges of acting across different mediums, and their thoughts on the evolution of Hindi cinema.
From ‘Feluda’ to ‘Derry Girls’: Why we seek out fictional places
One of my earliest adventures into culture-based tourism was following the trail of Feluda in Kolkata, tracing the steps of Satyajit Ray’s famous detective. Since organised culture-based tourism wasn’t really a thing in this part of the world, I had to piece together the trail on my own.
Satyajit-Soumitra's memorial house lost to corporates
Satyajit Ray and Soumitra Chatterjee once shared a three-story flat at 3 Lake Temple Road in South Kolkata. This house holds a place of remembrance for two iconic figures in Bengali cinema, has now changed ownership and is in the hands of a corporate body. Anandabazar Online, an Indian media outlet, has published a report on the current condition of this historic residence.
Chronicling the ’70s through Satyajit Ray
The Calcutta trilogy withstands the test of time and seems relevant to us even today, perhaps because Satyajit Ray was keen to ask questions rather than suggest a solution to the audience
Into the multiverse of Satyajit
Satyajit Ray and his brilliance have been a quintessential part of Bengali cinema and its representation worldwide for decades. Talking about why and how his masterpieces are legendary never seems enough, and perhaps it never will be.
The lesser-known facets of cinematic maestro Satyajit Ray
Born on May 2, 1921, Ray’s artistic journey began in the realm of commercial art before he became a filmmaker. His encounter with French filmmaker Jean Renoir and his experience with Vittorio De Sica's groundbreaking film “Bicycle Thieves” during a trip to London were pivotal, steering him toward independent filmmaking.
‘Feluda’ actor Sabyasachi Chakraborty hospitalised
The “Feluda” famed actor might be admitted to the hospital for the placement of a pacemaker in his heart. However, his family members didn’t reveal anything regarding Sabyasachi’s illness or the reason behind his hospital admission, stated the newspaper.
Why every child deserves a cousin like Feluda!
Discover the Enduring Legacy of Feluda: Satyajit Ray's beloved detective series continues to enchant audiences, with its charismatic protagonist, Felu, and his youthful sidekick Topshey. Drawing parallels to Sherlock Holmes, Feluda's adventures inspire curiosity and admiration, much like real-life figures such as the author's cousin, Russell. Despite societal misgivings, Russell, like Feluda, nurtured a thirst for knowledge and exploration. Through literature and personal anecdotes, the article celebrates the timeless appeal of childhood heroes, advocating for every child to have their own Feluda-like mentor.
Satyajit Ray’s voice to be dubbed in AI for ‘Padatik’
Breaking new ground in Bengali cinema, director Srijit Mukherji is set to revolutionise the voice dubbing process in his upcoming film “Padatik”, paying homage to the legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen.