Acclaimed actress Rituparna Sengupta recently opened up about her latest Bengali film Puratawn, which after a successful run in West Bengal is all set for its national release on April 18th. The film marks not just another cinematic milestone but also the return of legendary actress Sharmila Tagore to Bengali cinema after 14 years.
“I am very eager to see the national media’s response. Puratawn is not only a Bengali film; it is a film for the Indian diaspora. It goes beyond Bengali sensibilities – it touches upon universal human emotions and sensibilities,” said Rituparna passionately.
Directed with sensitivity and a deep emotional core, Puratawn is a beautiful saga of a mother-daughter relationship, layered with nuanced dynamics between husband and wife and the broader family network.“It’s not just about a culture or language—it’s about what it means to be human,” she added. “We’ve all been riding this wave of emotions for years, and Puratawn captures that timeless journey.”
The film has already been met with packed houses across Bengal, a testament to its emotional resonance. Rituparna is particularly proud of roping in the iconic Sharmila Tagore, calling it a dream come true.“Getting Sharmila Tagore in the film was not easy—she’s very selective. She wasn’t interested in doing just any random project. But this one was different. She wanted to do a film in her mother tongue. It is my privilege to have her in this film.”
Rituparna further revealed that Sharmila Tagore has poured her heart into the role, even hinting this might be her final screen appearance.“She said this might be her last film, and that makes it even more special for all of us. She’s given so much love to this character and to the film.”
With its nationwide release lined up for April 18, Rituparna is hopeful that Puratawn will reach hearts across the country—and even across the world.“I’ve belonged to cinema for a very long time. I’ve always tried to do sensible cinema. This film deserves global recognition—not just for being a Bengali film, but for being a human story.”
In a time when content is king, Puratawn seems poised to touch audiences not just with its storytelling but its emotional depth, intergenerational perspectives, and cultural richness.