Satyajit Ray

‘Feluda’ actor Sabyasachi Chakraborty hospitalised

The “Feluda” famed actor might be admitted to the hospital for the placement of a pacemaker in his heart. However, his family members didn’t reveal anything regarding Sabyasachi’s illness or the reason behind his hospital admission, stated the newspaper.

#Perspective / Why every child deserves a cousin like Feluda!

Discover the Enduring Legacy of Feluda: Satyajit Ray's beloved detective series continues to enchant audiences, with its charismatic protagonist, Felu, and his youthful sidekick Topshey. Drawing parallels to Sherlock Holmes, Feluda's adventures inspire curiosity and admiration, much like real-life figures such as the author's cousin, Russell. Despite societal misgivings, Russell, like Feluda, nurtured a thirst for knowledge and exploration. Through literature and personal anecdotes, the article celebrates the timeless appeal of childhood heroes, advocating for every child to have their own Feluda-like mentor.

Satyajit Ray’s voice to be dubbed in AI for ‘Padatik’

Breaking new ground in Bengali cinema, director Srijit Mukherji is set to revolutionise the voice dubbing process in his upcoming film “Padatik”, paying homage to the legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen.

Birthday special / Sayeeda Khanam: Reminiscing a rebel

Eighty-six years after Sayeeda's birth, these facts still resound, underscoring the pivotal role of parenting and support systems in shaping someone's journey, regardless of the societal norms they were born into. However, winning the birth lottery didn’t mean it was easy for Sayeeda; what she accomplished with a camera, paving the way for future generations of female photographers, was nothing short of conquering the Himalayas.

Michael Douglas recalls Ray’s films at IFFI

Film actor, director, and producer Michael Douglas paid homage to Satyajit Ray on Monday, crediting him with "creating the beginning of Indian" cinema. Douglas also reminisced about how Ray significantly influenced him during the earliest days of his career.

Michael Douglas to be conferred with Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award

Renowned Hollywood actor and producer Micheal Douglas will be felicitated with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the 54th International Film Festival of India in Goa.

Martin Scorsese on how 'Pather Panchali' had an impact on his new film 

Martin Scorsese attests that his idea of cinematography and filmmaking changed after watching Satyajit Ray's "Pather Panchali".

‘Pather Panchali’ cinematographer Soumendu Roy passes away

Soumendu Roy’s illustrious career as a cinematographer is decorated with a multitude of famed films including “Teen Kanya” (1961), “Ashani Sanket” (1973), “Shatranj Ke Khilari” (1977), “Ghare Baire” (1984), and “Charachar”, (1994), amongst many others.

‘Abar Aranye’: A continuation you can't miss

The movie certainly hits all the right notes of nostalgia. Having Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, Subhendu Chatterjee and Samit Bhanja in their previous characters is indeed a treat.

March 20, 2024
March 20, 2024

‘Feluda’ actor Sabyasachi Chakraborty hospitalised

The “Feluda” famed actor might be admitted to the hospital for the placement of a pacemaker in his heart. However, his family members didn’t reveal anything regarding Sabyasachi’s illness or the reason behind his hospital admission, stated the newspaper.

February 18, 2024
February 18, 2024

Why every child deserves a cousin like Feluda!

Discover the Enduring Legacy of Feluda: Satyajit Ray's beloved detective series continues to enchant audiences, with its charismatic protagonist, Felu, and his youthful sidekick Topshey. Drawing parallels to Sherlock Holmes, Feluda's adventures inspire curiosity and admiration, much like real-life figures such as the author's cousin, Russell. Despite societal misgivings, Russell, like Feluda, nurtured a thirst for knowledge and exploration. Through literature and personal anecdotes, the article celebrates the timeless appeal of childhood heroes, advocating for every child to have their own Feluda-like mentor.

February 4, 2024
February 4, 2024

Satyajit Ray’s voice to be dubbed in AI for ‘Padatik’

Breaking new ground in Bengali cinema, director Srijit Mukherji is set to revolutionise the voice dubbing process in his upcoming film “Padatik”, paying homage to the legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen.

December 29, 2023
December 29, 2023

Sayeeda Khanam: Reminiscing a rebel

Eighty-six years after Sayeeda's birth, these facts still resound, underscoring the pivotal role of parenting and support systems in shaping someone's journey, regardless of the societal norms they were born into. However, winning the birth lottery didn’t mean it was easy for Sayeeda; what she accomplished with a camera, paving the way for future generations of female photographers, was nothing short of conquering the Himalayas.

November 28, 2023
November 28, 2023

Michael Douglas recalls Ray’s films at IFFI

Film actor, director, and producer Michael Douglas paid homage to Satyajit Ray on Monday, crediting him with "creating the beginning of Indian" cinema. Douglas also reminisced about how Ray significantly influenced him during the earliest days of his career.

October 14, 2023
October 14, 2023

Michael Douglas to be conferred with Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award

Renowned Hollywood actor and producer Micheal Douglas will be felicitated with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the 54th International Film Festival of India in Goa.

October 10, 2023
October 10, 2023

Martin Scorsese on how 'Pather Panchali' had an impact on his new film 

Martin Scorsese attests that his idea of cinematography and filmmaking changed after watching Satyajit Ray's "Pather Panchali".

September 27, 2023
September 27, 2023

‘Pather Panchali’ cinematographer Soumendu Roy passes away

Soumendu Roy’s illustrious career as a cinematographer is decorated with a multitude of famed films including “Teen Kanya” (1961), “Ashani Sanket” (1973), “Shatranj Ke Khilari” (1977), “Ghare Baire” (1984), and “Charachar”, (1994), amongst many others.

September 13, 2023
September 13, 2023

‘Abar Aranye’: A continuation you can't miss

The movie certainly hits all the right notes of nostalgia. Having Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, Subhendu Chatterjee and Samit Bhanja in their previous characters is indeed a treat.

September 12, 2023
September 12, 2023

Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay: Ray’s greatest creative inspiration

Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay, the prodigal son of Bengal, remains an icon of breathtaking narrative style with a distinguished body of work. Today, on his 129th birth anniversary, this article revisits the instance when the author met the brilliant Satyajit Ray for the collaboration that weaved and shaped itself in the history of Bengal’s art and literature.

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