Documentary, Feature & Short Films
BROTO ALPONA
Finger Painted Messages to the Gods
This film seeks to preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Bengali women and their age-old practice of Alpona. Through intricate finger-painted designs on clay floors and walls, these women expressed hopes and desires to their Gods, utilizing art a form of communication. The tradition of Broto Alponas, rooted in spiritual rituals, reflects their artistic talents and deep connection to their beliefs. As this beautiful practice fades from memory, we aim to showcase its significance and inspire a renewed appreciation for this unique form of expression.
Concept, Script and Director
SANKHA - tradition or fashion
Shaankha, the intricately carved conch shell bangles of India, hold a significant place in Bengali culture. Nestled between the vibrant red pala and the sturdy noa, these milky white bangles symbolize a woman's married status, much like the sindoor on her forehead. In rural Bengal, young girls visit the sankhari, the maker of these bangles, with their families to select pieces that signify wishes for their' long lives and joyful marriages. Despite evolving styles, the tradition of wearing sankha is at risk of fading away in the face of western influences, making it all the more precious. The film history, mythology and the process of making these bangles by the artisans
Concept, Script, Director & actor
Feature Films - actor
Abar Ekla Cholo Dir: Sudeshna Roy / Ahijit Guha
Hemonter Aporanne Dir: Ashoke Vishwanathan
Short Films
The Vegetable Sellers voice over
Healing plant - Dhatura script & actor
Healing flower - Hibiscus actor
Healing tree - Moringa actor
Healing plant - Aark actor & script
Expired actor
RamNavami voice over
Raja Sen directed story, script & actor
with prabir script & actor
Feature Film - subtitles
Aapish Dir: Sudeshna Roy / Abhijit Guha
SAURA - JHOTI - CHITA - MURUJA
Where Gods Draw
Coming soon ........