The Diary of West Bengal explained

The Diary of West Bengal
Director:Sanoj Mishra
Producer:Jitendra Narayan
Singh Tyagi (Waseem Rizvi)
Cinematography:Satyapal Singh
Editing:Ranjeet Prasad
Music:A. R. Datta
Studio:Waseem Rizvi Films
Runtime:135 minutes[1]
Country:India
Language:Hindi

The Diary of West Bengal[2] is a 2024 Indian Hindi-language political drama film directed by Sanoj Mishra and produced by Jitendra Narayan Singh Tyagi. The film features executive producer, Rajdular Rajesh Mishra and the cast includes Yajur Marwah, Arshin Mehta, Dev Fauzdar, Dr. Ramendra Chakarwarti, Gauri Shankar, Deepak kamboj, Neet Mahal, 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. The film, presented by Waseem Rizvi Films, released worldwide on 30 August 2024.[3] [4]

Plot

Set against the backdrop of the 1971 Bangladesh genocide, The Diary of West Bengal follows the journey of Suhasini, a Hindu widow.[5] With her husband killed in the genocide, Suhasini joins a group of widowed and destitute women for safety. Their journey was from Bangladesh to West 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 from the Government of West Bengal. 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.[6] Additionally, director Sanoj Mishra has expressed fears for his safety after being summoned by the Kolkata Police, stating concerns that he might be killed.[7] [8] The film's trailer further sparked controversy.[9] Following these allegations, the West Bengal Police issued a legal notice to director Sanoj Mishra.[10] [11] [12] In August 2024, after he had not been seen for eight days, it was reported that Mishra had relocated to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh for fear of "police action" related to the film.[13] [14]

Shaikh Maulana Rajani Hasan Ali, the vice-president of Shia Ulema-e-Hind Lucknow, a board of Shia Ulamas, said that the production aims to tarnish the image of Islam and of Mohammad.[15]

Release

The trailer was released by Rambhadracharya on 12 August 2024.[16] [17]

The Calcutta High Court rejected a petition to block the release of the film in West Bengal, but as of mid-August 2024, no cinemas in the state had plans to screen it.[18]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: CBFC | Search Film . Central Board of Film Certification.
  2. Web site: 2 August 2024 . The Diary of West Bengal: A Bold Exploration of History, Culture, and Controversy Releasing on the 30th of August The Executive producer Rajdular Rajesh mishra starring Arshin Mehta, Yajur Marwah and Gauri Shankar in the lead role . 12 August 2024 . Mid-day . en.
  3. Web site: 10 August 2024 . Director Sanoj Mishra's The Diary Of West Bengal To Release On This Date . 13 August 2024 . News18 . en.
  4. Web site: PR . ANI . 2 August 2024 . The Diary of West Bengal: A Bold Exploration of History, Culture, and Controversy, Releasing August 30 . 12 August 2024 . ThePrint . en-US.
  5. Web site: Pandey . Sanjay . Missing 'The Diary of West Bengal' director Sanoj Mishra found in Varanasi . 28 August 2024 . Deccan Herald . en.
  6. Web site: 6 April 2024 . Fatwa Issued Against Producers-Directors of Film "The Diary of West Bengal" from Pakistan - Taasir Urdu Daily روزنامه تاثیر . 13 August 2024 . en-US.
  7. News: 29 May 2023 . 'The Diary of West Bengal' director Sanoj Mishra fears he might get killed after being summoned by Kolkata Police . 13 August 2024 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
  8. Web site: 29 May 2023 . Director of 'The Diary of West Bengal' fears he will be killed when he goes to Kolkata . 13 August 2024 . India Today . en.
  9. Web site: Chatterjee . Tanmay . 'The Diary of West Bengal': Kolkata police book and summon movie director . Hindustan Times.
  10. 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 . 13 August 2024 . Jagran . hi.
  11. Web site: Quint . The . 27 May 2023 . 'Diary of West Bengal' Trailer Sparks Row; Kolkata Police Books Makers . 13 August 2024 . TheQuint . en.
  12. Web site: Sundrani . Akshat . 26 May 2023 . The Diary of West Bengal trailer sparks controversy, director Sanoj Mishra receives legal notice . 13 August 2024 . indiatvnews.com . en.
  13. News: Frederick . Oliver . Sanoj Mishra, Missing Director of Film on Bangladesh Genocide, Found Hiding in Varanasi Amid Threats . 27 August 2024 . 18 News . 23 August 2024.
  14. Web site: Film Director Sanoj Mishra Reported Missing Amid Controversy Surrounding The Dairy Of West Bengal, Kangana Ranaut Seeks Help . 25 August 2024 . Zee News . en.
  15. Web site: Muslims in India protest against 'The Diary of West Bengal,' film saying it was insulting their religion . 13 August 2024 . The Tanzania Times . 13 August 2024 . en-US.
  16. Web site: Sahu . Ganpat . 12 August 2024 . The Diary of West Bengal : जगतगुरु रामभद्राचार्य ने फिल्म का ट्रेलर किया रिलीज, जानिए इस मूवी की कहानी . 13 August 2024 . Lalluram . hi.
  17. Web site: 12 August 2024 . विवादों के बीच रामभद्राचार्य ने लॉन्च किया "द डायरी ऑफ वेस्ट बंगाल" कहा- भारत में 80% हिंदुओं की संख्या करके रहेंगे . 13 August 2024 . punjabkesari.
  18. Web site: No Shows for the 'Dairy of West Bengal' in the state . 13 August 2024 . The Times of India . en-US.

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