The Diary of West Bengal explained

The Diary of West Bengal
Director:Sanoj Mishra
Screenplay:Sanoj Mishra
Story:Sanoj Mishra
Producer:Jitendra Narayan Singh Tyagi
Cinematography:Satyapal Singh
Editing:Ranjeet Prasad
Music:A. R. Datta
Studio:Waseem Rizvi Films
Released:30 August 2024
Country:India
Language:Hindi

The Diary of West Bengal[1] is an upcoming Indian drama film directed by Sanoj Mishra and produced by Jitendra Narayan Singh Tyagi. The film is presented by Waseem Rizvi Films and is stated for worldwide release on August 30, 2024.[2] [3] The film features an ensemble cast including Yajur Marwah, Arshin Mehta, Dr. Ramendra Chakarwarti, Gauri Shankar, Avadh Ashwini, Ronav Verma and Ashish Kumar. The film's music is composed by A. R. Datta, and the lyrics by Kundan Vidyarthi and Sameer Shashtri.

Plot

Set against the backdrop of the 1971 Bangladesh genocide, The Diary of West Bengal follows the journey of Suhasini, a Hindu widow. With her husband killed in the genocide, Suhasini joins a group of widowed and destitute women for safety. Their journey was from Bangladesh to Bengal; many of Suhasini's companions died along the way.

Suhasini survives and reaches Kolkata, West Bengal. In there, Suhasini falls prey to "love jihad" and encounters severe religious discrimination. The film depicts her witnessing the exploitation of foreign nationals as votebanks. Determined to expose the political machinations, Suhasini embarks to compel the Indian government and human rights organizations to take action.

Cast

Controversy

The film has generated significant controversy due to its sensitive subject matter. The film's critics argue that it defames Bengal, resulting in several fatwas being issued against it.[4] Additionally, director Sanoj Mishra has expressed fears for his safety after being summoned by the Kolkata Police, stating concerns that he might be killed.[5] [6] The film's trailer further sparked controversy.[7] Following these allegations, the West Bengal Police issued a legal notice to director Sanoj Mishra.[8] [9] [10]

Shaikh Maulana Rajani Hasan Ali, the vice-president of Shia Ulema-e-Hind Lucknow, a board of Shia Ulamas, states that the production aims to tarnish the image of Islam and of Prophet.[11]

Release

The trailer was released by Rambhadracharya on 12 August 2024.[12] [13]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2024-08-02 . The Diary of West Bengal: A Bold Exploration of History, Culture, and Controversy Releasing on the 30th of August starring Arshin Mehta, Yajur Marwah and Gauri Shankar in the lead role . 2024-08-12 . Mid-day . en.
  2. Web site: 2024-08-10 . Director Sanoj Mishra's The Diary Of West Bengal To Release On This Date . 2024-08-13 . News18 . en.
  3. Web site: PR . ANI . 2024-08-02 . The Diary of West Bengal: A Bold Exploration of History, Culture, and Controversy, Releasing August 30 . 2024-08-12 . ThePrint . en-US.
  4. Web site: 2024-04-06 . Fatwa Issued Against Producers-Directors of Film "The Diary of West Bengal" from Pakistan - Taasir Urdu Daily روزنامه تاثیر . 2024-08-13 . en-US.
  5. News: 2023-05-29 . 'The Diary of West Bengal' director Sanoj Mishra fears he might get killed after being summoned by Kolkata Police . 2024-08-13 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
  6. Web site: 2023-05-29 . Director of 'The Diary of West Bengal' fears he will be killed when he goes to Kolkata . 2024-08-13 . India Today . en.
  7. Web site: Chatterjee . Tanmay . 'The Diary of West Bengal': Kolkata police book and summon movie director . Hindustan Times.
  8. Web site: Lalwani . Karishma . 'द डायरी ऑफ वेस्ट बंगाल' की रिलीज से बढ़ेगा विवाद? बांग्लादेश में तख्तापलट के बीच सुर्खियों में फिल्म - the diary of west bengal film based on true events set to release on this date in august . 2024-08-13 . Jagran . hi.
  9. Web site: Quint . The . 2023-05-27 . 'Diary of West Bengal' Trailer Sparks Row; Kolkata Police Books Makers . 2024-08-13 . TheQuint . en.
  10. Web site: Sundrani . Akshat . 2023-05-26 . The Diary of West Bengal trailer sparks controversy, director Sanoj Mishra receives legal notice . 2024-08-13 . www.indiatvnews.com . en.
  11. Web site: Muslims in India protest against 'The Diary of West Bengal,' film saying it was insulting their religion . 2024-08-13 . The Tanzania Times . en-US.
  12. Web site: Sahu . Ganpat . 2024-08-12 . The Diary of West Bengal : जगतगुरु रामभद्राचार्य ने फिल्म का ट्रेलर किया रिलीज, जानिए इस मूवी की कहानी . 2024-08-13 . Lalluram . hi.
  13. Web site: 2024-08-12 . विवादों के बीच रामभद्राचार्य ने लॉन्च किया "द डायरी ऑफ वेस्ट बंगाल" कहा- भारत में 80% हिंदुओं की संख्या करके रहेंगे . 2024-08-13 . punjabkesari.

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