Henry Sugar, a gambler and bachelor, steals a book that allows him to see through objects and predict the future. He uses his abilities to win money at a casino but realizes he doesn't want the wealth. Instead, he throws the money into the streets of London and decides to use his powers for good. He travels the world, winning money and establishing hospitals and orphanages. Eventually, he dies, leaving behind a legacy of charity. His story is chronicled by Roald Dahl.
Charulata, a lonely and neglected wife in 19th century Calcutta, discovers a new sense of purpose and freedom when she starts writing and interacting with a newspaper editor. Her journey of self-discovery explores themes of existential loneliness and the limitations imposed on women in colonial India.
City of Joy is a movie about an American surgeon who travels to Calcutta, India to volunteer at a medical clinic. He becomes friends with the locals and witnesses the poverty and corruption that plague the city. Despite the challenging circumstances, he finds hope and optimism in the midst of it all.
India Song explores themes of loneliness, disillusionment, and identity through the story of an aristocratic woman who navigates the complexities of love and loss.
Devdas, a wealthy law graduate, returns to Calcutta from London to marry his childhood sweetheart, Paro. However, his family disapproves of their relationship due to class differences, leading Devdas to turn to alcoholism and self-destructiveness. As Paro marries another man, Devdas becomes involved with a courtesan named Chandramukhi. The story follows their forbidden love and the tragic consequences it brings.
Apur Sansar tells the story of Apu, a young man in Calcutta who faces various challenges and experiences profound loss as he navigates through life, love, and the pursuit of his dreams.
Aparajito follows the life of a young boy named Apu as he navigates the challenges of growing up in post-colonial India. From his idyllic childhood in the holy city of Varanasi to his pursuit of education in Calcutta, Apu experiences the loss of loved ones, poverty, disillusionment, and the search for his own identity. This black-and-white film captures the beauty and struggles of a changing society.
Set in 1960s Calcutta, the film revolves around a woman who navigates through the challenges of urban life, including financial struggles, societal expectations, and family dynamics. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery and explores new opportunities.
Byomkesh Bakshi is an amateur detective who solves thrilling mysteries in Calcutta. Based on a popular novel, the TV show follows Byomkesh as he unravels murder cases using his sharp intellect and keen observation skills.
Born Into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids is a documentary that explores the lives of children who are born into the brothels of Calcutta. It follows their struggles and aspirations as they navigate the harsh realities of their surroundings, offering a glimpse into the vibrant and resilient spirit of these young individuals.
In Calcutta, a man is confronted by a stranger who claims to be his long-lost nephew. As the man investigates the stranger's story, he becomes increasingly suspicious and begins to question the stranger's true identity. The stranger's arrival sets off a chain of events that unravels dark family secrets and tests the bonds of various relationships, including those between mother and son, father and son, and husband and wife.
The Cloud-Capped Star is an epic drama that revolves around a poverty-stricken family in Calcutta during the partition of Bengal. It tells the story of a young woman who faces numerous challenges and sacrifices herself for her family's survival. With themes of unrequited love, betrayal, and the struggles of refugees, this movie explores the despair and hardships of life in Calcutta.
In 1960s Calcutta, a man with a broken-down car finds himself at a tea plantation where he encounters his married ex-girlfriend. As he navigates the complexities of their past relationship, he is confronted with his own cowardice and must find the courage to face his fears.
Set in Calcutta, the film follows a conflicted hero who is seeking a job in the city. Along the way, he encounters surreal and hallucinatory experiences that challenge his values and relationships. As he navigates the challenges of unemployment and the pursuit of a medical career, he must confront his own inner demons and the adversities of life in the city.
In Dwitiyo Purush, a mysterious figure returns to Calcutta and begins a series of heinous crimes. As the police investigation unfolds, secrets from the past are revealed, leading to a thrilling climax filled with suspense and mystery.
Allan is an engineer working in 1930s Calcutta. He is invited to stay with the family of his boss, Narendra Sen which includes his wife, Indira and daughter Gayatri. Gayatri and Allan become romantically involved leading to tragedy.
Fort St. David, Cuddalore, southern India, 1748. While colonial empires battle to seize an enormous territory, rich in spices and precious metals beyond the wildest dreams, and try to gain the favor of the local kings, Robert Clive (1725-1774), a frustrated but talented clerk who works for the East Indian Company and struggles to earn his fortune, makes a bold decision that will change his life forever.
In India, a police inspector investigates a murder that took place on a train between Calcutta and Bombay.
A commercial pilot gets caught up in a dangerous game of deception and betrayal when he travels to Calcutta. He becomes entangled with a femme fatale, a smuggling ring, and a murder mystery.
'Colkatay Columbus' is a satirical film which is set in present day, modern Kolkata. Where people are busy with their own lives and struggles, which leaves them in constant need of a rescuer or a hero who will be there for them in their time of need. In Colkatay Columbus, writer and director Saurav Palodhi has shown how everyone, from the ordinary person to a legend, is in search of something. The story unfolds through an encounter of Columbus and two boys in Kolkata. When Columbus somehow lands up in Kolkata in 2016, he is surprised to see that everyone is in search of something. He is in search of roads that would lead him back home while the boys are in search for Columbus to get him to offer tips on attaining success. Columbus starts doling out suggestions to the boys but is also put off by the “competition”.