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| 2. “Baishe Srabon” (2011) – Directed by Srijit Mukherji, this film follows a detective as he tries to solve a series of murders inspired by the poems of a famous poet. |
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| 3. “Byomkesh Pawrbo” (2016) – A crime thriller based on the popular fictional detective Byomkesh Bakshi, this film is directed by Arindam Sil. |
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| 4. “Khaad” (2014) – Directed by Kaushik Ganguly, this film tells the story of a group of strangers who come together during a journey that changes their lives forever. |
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| 5. “Hemlock Society” (2012) – Directed by Srijit Mukherji, this dark comedy follows the journey of a group of individuals as they join a unique suicide club. |
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| 6. “Meghe Dhaka Tara” (2013) – Directed by Kamaleswar Mukherjee, this film is a biopic based on the life of the renowned Bengali actress, Ritwik Ghatak. |
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| Important Facts: |
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| – Bengali cinema, also known as Tollywood, is renowned for its rich storytelling, strong performances, and unique cultural influences. |
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| – Many Bengali films have received critical acclaim and international recognition, with directors like Satyajit Ray, Ritwik Ghatak, and Mrinal Sen being considered pioneers of parallel cinema. |
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| – Bengali cinema has a long history, with the first Bengali film “Bilwamangal” being released in 1919. Since then, the industry has produced a diverse range of films in various genres including drama, romance, comedy, and thriller. |
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| – Bengali cinema has also been a platform for talented actors like Uttam Kumar, Suchitra Sen, Soumitra Chatterjee, and Rituparna Sengupta, who have made significant contributions to Indian cinema. |
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| – Amazon Prime Video has a wide selection of Bengali films available for streaming, catering to audiences both in India and around the world. |