Notas del episodio
The Bangla film industry is facing a storm — caught between deepening trade-union (guild) conflicts and a long-standing decline in both artistic quality and commercial viability. While a few standout films continue to shine, the broader picture reveals a troubling trajectory.
In this conversation, Debarati and Pratyay engage with renowned filmmaker Indranil Roychowdhury — celebrated for Foring, Mayar Janjal, and the acclaimed web series Chhotolok — who is not only a sharp cinematic voice but also a key participant in the ongoing union disputes.
Together, they explore the multiple crises gripping Bangla cinema: the collapse of creative ecosystems, the disconnect with audiences, the erosion of collective bargaining power, and how all of this mirrors larger national and global challenges facing the film world ...