Ritabhari Chakraborty pioneers a new wave in Bengali cinema with an unparalleled focus on women-centric films. She opens up about her latest projects being focussed towards that goal.
In an era where gender representation in films remains a pressing issue, Ritabhari Chakraborty has emerged as a trailblazer, consistently taking on projects that focus on women. Her commitment to portraying strong female characters garners admiration from audiences and critics alike. Ritabhari Chakraborty's exceptional talent and commitment to meaningful storytelling solidify her position as a true trendsetter and catalyst for positive change in Bengali cinema.
Reflecting on her journey, Ritabhari Chakraborty says, “I believe in the transformative power of cinema and strive to bring forth stories that empower women. It is an honour to be part of projects like ‘Brahma Janen Gopon Kommot’ that resonate with audiences and encourage conversations about gender equality. Thanks to a team like Windows, I could do this all over again "
Her previous film, ‘Brahma Janen Gopon Kommot’, revolves around the lives and struggles of women within a religious context, receiving praise for its progressive narrative and performances. Audiences connected with its empowering message, contributing to its remarkable box office success. Ritabhari's recent release, ‘Fatafati’, is on track to become this summer's highest-grossing film.
‘Fatafati’ is created by the same team behind ‘Brahma Janen Gopon Kommot’, including the director Aritra Mukherjee, writer Zinia Sen, and producer duo Shiboprasad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy.