Satyajit Ray

Zindagi Badi Honi Chahiye Lambi Nahin: Iconic Lines That Suit A Babumoshai Who Became An Unparalleled Superstar Of Bengali Cinema, Whose Memories Have Not Faded In 43 Years

Uttam Kumar Death Anniversary: One who started out as a clerk but went on to become an actor, a celebrity, an icon, a legend, and even a demigod. Satyajit Ray once remarked of Uttam Kumar: "There is none like Uttam, and there will never be anyone to replace him. He was and is unparalleled in Bengali, even Indian cinema."

Jul 24, 2023, 15:10 PM IST

Saira Banu Reveals This Cute Info About Dilip Kumar

Recently, veteran actor Saira Banu made her social media debut on July 7, 2023, the 2nd death anniversary of her husband and legendary actor, Dilip Kumar. 

Jul 09, 2023, 14:56 PM IST

Cannes 2022: Satyajit Ray's 'Pratidwandi' to be screened at 75th edition of the film festival to celebrate 'country of honour'

Satyajit Ray's 'Pratidwandi' has been officially selected for a special screening in the Cannes Classic section this year.

May 05, 2022, 12:01 PM IST

Satyajit Ray's 1970 film Pratidwandi to be screened at Cannes Film Festival

Late filmmaker Satyajit Ray's film 'Pratidwandi' is known for experimenting with techniques such as photo-negative flashbacks.

May 03, 2022, 23:51 PM IST

Noted Bengali actress Madhabi Mukherjee haemodynamically stable, to undergo more tests

Madhabi Mukherjee had won the National Film Award for 'best actress' for her performance in 'Dibratrir Kabya'.

Apr 30, 2022, 16:23 PM IST

Satyajit Ray death anniversary: 5 MUST-WATCH films of legendary filmmaker - See list

On late director Satyajit Ray's death anniversary, scroll through this list of his best films which every cinephile must watch.

Apr 23, 2022, 12:33 PM IST

Victor Banerjee to be honoured with Padma Bhushan for lifetime achievement, check out his illustrious career

From debuting in Satyajit Ray's  'Shatranj Ke Khiladi', to getting nominated for BAFTA awards, Victor Banerjee has had an illustrious career.

Jan 26, 2022, 09:59 AM IST

On Satyajit Ray's 100th birth anniversary, let's take a look at the films he directed

Renowned Indian filmmaker Satyajit Ray was born on May 2, 1921, and today (May 2) marks his 100th birth anniversary. To honour his cinematic legacy let's take a look at his filmography.

May 02, 2021, 13:04 PM IST

On Satyajit Ray's birth anniversary, let's take a look at the films he directed

Born in a family of prolific writers and artistes, Ray's parents were Sukumar Ray and Suprabha Ray. 

May 02, 2020, 10:48 AM IST

Legendary Bengali comedian Chinmoy Roy dead

Legendary Bengali film actor Chinmoy Roy, known for his excellence in comic roles, has died after suffering a heart attack, family sources said.

Mar 18, 2019, 14:11 PM IST

Animated film Goopi Gawaiya Bagha Bajaiya first look poster out — Check

Satyajit Ray’s '1969 released fantasy adventure 'Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne' is all set to return to theatres in the animated version.

Feb 07, 2019, 12:37 PM IST

Online petition urges Madhur Bhandarkar to stop making fourth 'Apu'

For fans of Satyajit Ray's "The Apu Trilogy", it's sacrilege for Madhur Bhandarkar to even attempting to present a movie which takes forward the iconic series. An online petition has urged the West Bengal government to save a "treasure trove" from being "ruined".

Jan 20, 2019, 00:40 AM IST

Madhur Bhandarkar to present film which will carry forward 'The Apu Trilogy'

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar will present a feature film titled "Avijatrik", which will take forward Satyajit Ray's iconic "The Apu Trilogy".

Jan 18, 2019, 22:21 PM IST

When Mrinal Sen and Satyajit Ray duelled over films

Legendary Bengali filmmaker Mrinal Sen, who, along with his contemporaries Satyajit Ray and Ritwik Ghatak was considered a doyen of regional parallel cinema internationally, often had public debates with Ray regarding film narratives and styles, but always chose to term them as clash of ideas and not conflict.

Dec 31, 2018, 06:10 AM IST

Remembering Mrinal Sen: Memorable films by the legend

Legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen breathed his last on December 30 at his Bhawanipore home in Kolkata. He was 95.

Dec 30, 2018, 15:21 PM IST

Satyajit Ray's classic 'Pather Panchali' only Indian entry in BBC's list of 100 best foreign films

Ray's 'Pather Panchali' is the only Indian film to have made to the coveted list of Best Foreign Films.

Nov 01, 2018, 13:52 PM IST

Pity India doesn't have Satyajit Ray's kind of cinema anymore: Majid Majidi

Known for masterpieces like "Children of Heaven", "The Colour of Paradise" and "Baran", Majidi's trademark lies in telling stories about young, underprivileged adults. 

Apr 16, 2018, 19:28 PM IST