The Bengal Files, featuring Anupam Kher, Pallavi Joshi, Saswata Chatterjee, and Mithun Chakraborty in key roles, is scheduled to hit theatres on September 5.
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri released the trailer of his new film The Bengal Files on Saturday, August 16, the day that marks Direct Action Day. The movie is set in the turbulent history of West Bengal and focuses on the tragic killings of Hindus that took place after the Partition.
The bengal files trailer
The Bengal Files trailer opens with a hard-hitting dialogue: “Yeh Pachim Bangal hai, yaha do constitution chalta hai, ek Hinduao ka, ek Musalmanon ka” (This is West Bengal, where two constitutions exist—one for Hindus and one for Muslims). Another character in The Bengal Files trailer highlights Bengal’s importance by saying, “Sirf Zameen ka tukda nahi, Bharat ka light house hai Bangal” (Bengal is not just a piece of land, but the lighthouse of Bharat).
The makers describe The Bengal Files trailer as a glimpse into an untold chapter of history. In their press note, they call it “an exposé of the brutal Hindu genocide that has long been ignored or erased from mainstream narratives.” The film aims to bring these hidden truths to light.
The Bengal Files trailer also introduces its strong ensemble cast. It features veteran actors Anupam Kher, Pallavi Joshi, and Mithun Chakraborty, along with acclaimed Bengali stars Saswata Chatterjee and Sourav, adding weight and authenticity to the film’s sensitive subject.
The Bengal Files: Viewers Share Their Reactions
After the release of The Bengal Files trailer, many viewers expressed their appreciation for filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri’s decision to highlight this sensitive chapter of history. One user commented, “As a Bengali, I feel grateful that at least one filmmaker had the courage to bring such a dark and painful part of our past to the screen.”
Another viewer from Tripura shared an emotional response, saying, “I had tears in my eyes while watching the trailer. Thank you, Vivek Agnihotri, for making this film.”
Several people also hoped the film would portray the events of Partition in Bengal with honesty and depth. As one comment read, “The Bengal Files is not just for Bengalis, but for the entire nation to understand what really happened.”
The Cast and Crew of The Bengal Files
Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri spoke about his upcoming film, saying, “The Bengal Files is not just a movie—it’s a reminder, a powerful roar that Bengal must not be allowed to turn into another Kashmir. We chose Kolkata for the trailer launch to keep the narrative real and rooted, as it tells the long-ignored story of the Hindu genocide. The trailer only gives a glimpse of this truth. If the tragedy of Kashmir pained you, then what happened in Bengal will leave an even deeper impact
Mithun Chakraborty thought about The Bengal Files
Mithun Chakraborty said, “The Bengal Files is not what people usually expect. For me, this is the true purpose of cinema – to create an impact and show the truth that needs to be seen. Through this role, I feel I am speaking for all of you. My character has always connected me with the audience, and this time too, it will bring me closer to you.”
About Vivek Agnihotri ‘s film
The Bengal Files is written and directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri. The film is produced by Abhishek Agarwal, Pallavi Joshi, and Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, with Zee Studios backing it. It is presented by Tej Narayan Agarwal and I Am Buddha. This movie is the third part of Vivek’s Files series, after The Kashmir Files and The Tashkent Files. The film is set to release in theatres on September 5.
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