Satyajit Ray
Feluda, the idea of ‘Bangali Bhadralok’, and the gendered silence in detective fiction
These decisions hint at an implicit belief that certain genres or readerships require the exclusion of certain genders, whether due to artistic limitations, market considerations, or adherence to established genre conventions.
8 May 2025, 18:00 PM
Satyajit Ray’s ‘Aranyer Din Ratri’ to screen at Cannes
The Film Heritage Foundation announced on Wednesday that a restored 4K version of Oscar-winning filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s 1970 film “Aranyer Din Ratri” (Days and Nights in the Forest), featuring Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, and Rabi Ghosh, will be showcased at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
8 May 2025, 06:09 AM
Satyajit Ray in the modern era: Can we still relate to his timeless classics?
Discovering Satyajit Ray in his literary and cinematic masterpieces is a never-ending process. Every time we dive into different aspects of Ray’s talents, there’s always more to discover in his techniques, ideas, and overall execution. Today marks the legendary director’s 104th birthday, and even after three decades since his demise, his brilliant stories are still relevant in our daily lives.
2 May 2025, 10:42 AM
Satyajit Ray and Tapan Sinha’s restored classics shine at IFFI
The restored versions of Tapan Sinha's “Harmonium” and Satyajit Ray's “Seemabaddha” were showcased at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa yesterday.
28 November 2024, 07:21 AM
Hugo Weaving on how Satyajit Ray introduced him to Indian cinema
Hugo Weaving celebrated for his unforgettable performance as the enigmatic Agent Smith in “The Matrix” saga, recently reflected on his newest cinematic endeavour, “The Rooster”.
27 November 2024, 07:11 AM
‘Pather Panchali’ actress Uma Dasgupta passes away
Uma Dasgupta, the actress who portrayed Durga in Satyajit Ray’s “Pather Panchali” has passed away at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness.
18 November 2024, 09:40 AM
Hindi cinema used to operate in an alternative reality: Shabana Azmi
Indian veteran actress Shabana Azmi has recently captivated the audience during a masterclass moderated by actress Vidya Balan at the 2024 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. The two icons shared insights on their journeys, the challenges of acting across different mediums, and their thoughts on the evolution of Hindi cinema.
22 October 2024, 13:07 PM
From ‘Feluda’ to ‘Derry Girls’: Why we seek out fictional places
One of my earliest adventures into culture-based tourism was following the trail of Feluda in Kolkata, tracing the steps of Satyajit Ray’s famous detective. Since organised culture-based tourism wasn’t really a thing in this part of the world, I had to piece together the trail on my own.
6 October 2024, 11:53 AM
Satyajit-Soumitra's memorial house lost to corporates
Satyajit Ray and Soumitra Chatterjee once shared a three-story flat at 3 Lake Temple Road in South Kolkata. This house holds a place of remembrance for two iconic figures in Bengali cinema, has now changed ownership and is in the hands of a corporate body. Anandabazar Online, an Indian media outlet, has published a report on the current condition of this historic residence.
1 June 2024, 11:58 AM
Chronicling the ’70s through Satyajit Ray
The Calcutta trilogy withstands the test of time and seems relevant to us even today, perhaps because Satyajit Ray was keen to ask questions rather than suggest a solution to the audience
2 May 2024, 15:14 PM
Into the multiverse of Satyajit
Satyajit Ray and his brilliance have been a quintessential part of Bengali cinema and its representation worldwide for decades. Talking about why and how his masterpieces are legendary never seems enough, and perhaps it never will be.
2 May 2024, 10:15 AM
The lesser-known facets of cinematic maestro Satyajit Ray
Born on May 2, 1921, Ray’s artistic journey began in the realm of commercial art before he became a filmmaker. His encounter with French filmmaker Jean Renoir and his experience with Vittorio De Sica's groundbreaking film “Bicycle Thieves” during a trip to London were pivotal, steering him toward independent filmmaking.
23 April 2024, 07:33 AM
‘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.
20 March 2024, 10:36 AM
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.
18 February 2024, 11:12 AM
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.
4 February 2024, 07:13 AM
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.
29 December 2023, 07:56 AM
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.
28 November 2023, 05:05 AM
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.
14 October 2023, 05:14 AM
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".
10 October 2023, 05:44 AM
‘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.
27 September 2023, 11:56 AM