Renowned actress and National Awards winner Rituparna Sengupta graced the prestigious MAMI Film Festival for the premiere of her latest film, “Puratawn (The Ancient),” alongside celebrated director Suman Ghosh, Sharmila Tagore, co-star Indraneil Sengupta , Ekavali Khanna, Saif Ali Khan, Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kemmu, Madhu Chopra & Manoj Bajpayee. The premiere saw the presence of the entire cast and crew, marking a significant milestone in the film’s journey.
Sharmila Tagore and Rituparna Sengupta unite in “Puratawn (The Ancient),” a powerful narrative brought to life by acclaimed director Suman Ghosh. This collaboration holds special significance as it marks Sharmila Tagore’s long-awaited return to Bengali cinema after a 14-year hiatus.
Rituparna Sengupta is no stranger to powerful, meaningful cinema. Known for her bold and unconventional film choices, she continues to redefine artistic excellence. In “Puratawn (The Ancient),” her portrayal exemplifies the delicate complexity of human emotions, offering a performance that lingers long after the credits roll.
The film, a hauntingly beautiful exploration of the past’s lingering presence, tells the poignant story of old ghosts — both literal and metaphorical — and the human need to confront and release them to embrace the future. A beautiful mother and daughter emotional story.
