Birth Anniversary Special: Mrinal Sen remembers his own masterpieces
Updated On: 13 May, 2023 10:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
On the occasion of Mrinal Sen`s 100th birth anniversary, here`s a look back at one of the rare interviews, where Sen walked down memory lane and spoke about his favourite movies which he helmed and his fondest memories about his films
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Mrinal Sen was a renowned Bengali director known for his pioneering work in Indian cinema. His classic movies like `Bhuvan Shome,` `Calcutta 71,` and `Ek Din Pratidin` showcased his distinct storytelling style and powerful social commentary. Sen`s films often addressed pressing issues in society, making him an influential figure in the parallel cinema movement. His remarkable contributions earned him several accolades, including multiple National Film Awards and the prestigious Padma Bhushan, in recognition of his artistic brilliance and dedication to cinema. The legendary filmmaker, who brought laurels to India with his work of art, similar to the iconic filmmaker Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen would have turned 100 on May 14 if he would have been alive today. On the occasion of Mrinal Sen`s 100th birth anniversary, here`s a look back at one of the rare interviews that he once gave to HT, where Sen walked down memory lane and spoke about his favourite movies which he helmed and his fondest memories about his films.
While speaking about his 1958 Bengali drama, `Neel Akhasher Neechey`, which starred Kali Bannerjee, Manju Dey and Bikash Roy in lead roles, Mrinal said, “I do not consider it a directional masterpiece. Yet, even today, viewers go nostalgic about Hemanta Mukherjee’s baritone rendering, `Neel Akhasher Niche Ei Prithibi` in the background. The affection and pathos of the Chinese (Wang Chu) performed to the hill by Kali Banerjee remains the highlight of `Neel Akasher Niche`.”
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