6 Most anticipated Bengali movies of 2021 with their release dates

Here’s a list of the upcoming Bengali films to be released in 2021.

Movie releases scheduled in 2021

Movies are the heartbeat of the entertainment industry. From theatres to OTTs, the audience never leaves a chance to see something new and experience a unique story. However, the Covid-19 pandemic brought a halt to all the shooting and the closure of theatres. In the past year, we've already witnessed a number of filmmakers making their peace with the changing times and opting for a direct-to-OTT release for their movies. As days pass and we slowly adjust to the new normal, it remains to be seen whether the most anticipated upcoming releases this year arrive directly at the OTT platforms, or whether they wait for things to get better and go for a theatrical release as per the scheduled dates.

So, until then OTTplay presents to you, a compilation of the some of the much-awaited upcoming Bengali films. So, set reminders on your calendar and brace yourselves for an enthralling rollercoaster ride.

Golondaaj

Based on the story of the Father of Indian Football Nagendra Prasad Sarbadhikari, the movie will chronicle the inspiring journey of the first Indian who played this sport and established a professional football organisation in the country, paving the way for future football fanatics. It is being directed by Dhrubo Banerjee and produced by Shree Venkatesh Films. With Dev Adhikari as the leading protagonist. Other cast members include Ishaa Saha, Anirban Chatterjee, Alexx O’Nell and Indrasish Roy. A combination of sports and historical drama, the movie is set to take the fans by storm.

Scheduled Release Date – August 13, 2021.

Dharmajuddha

A political drama, the movie will focus on the central characters as they get caught in a communal riot in the village of Ismailpur. It will also highlight how religion is often weaponised to become the divisive ground for spreading hatred among communities, dehumanising individuals. It is being directed and produced by Raj Chakraborty, having Soham Chakraborty, Parno Mittra, Subhashree Ganguly, Ritwick Chakraborty and late Swatilekha Sengupta.

Scheduled Release Date – August 13, 2021.

Kakababur Protyaborton

The third installment in the Kakababu series, the movie is based on Sunil Gangopadhyay’s Jongoler Modhye Ek Hotel. A nostalgic favorite of every Bengali’s childhood, it will focus on a new adventure as Kakababu and Santu go to Nairobi for vacation and get embroiled in a puzzling mystery. Being directed by Srijit Mukherjee and produced by Shree Ventakesh Films, we will see Prosenjit Chatterjee and Aryann Bhowmik returning in their recurring roles.

Scheduled Release Date – October 8, 2021.

Shanku aar Feluda

In this much-awaited film, Feluda, the quintessential Bengali detective known for sharp observation and deductive skills will join Professor Shanku, the physicist and inventor, as they share screen space for the first time. Without divulging any further information, director Sandip Roy has termed it as a fascinating and exciting project, as he brings two icons of Bengali fiction on the same screen.

Scheduled Release Date – End of 2021.

Haami 2

After the immense love received by Haami, directors Shiboprasad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy are back with its sequel Haami 2, following the story arc of the same characters, young Bhutu and Chini. Produced by Windows Production, the movie will witness Shiboprasad Mukherjee, Gargi Roy Chaudhury, Tiyasha Pal and Broto Banerjee in their recurring parts.

Scheduled Release Date – December 2021.

Ekannoborti - 51 Noye, Ek Onno

Mainak Bhaumik’s new directorial, produced by Shree Venkatesh films, released its first poster on the June 22. Highlighting the value of familial bonds, it will tell the story of a joint family which gets together during Durga Puja to celebrate the festival, making the house which once was empty, full of love and festivity. Having a stellar cast of Aparajita Addhya, Alokananda Roy and Saurasheni Maitra, Ekannoborti is definitely the family-watch we needed.

Scheduled Release Date – Unconfirmed.

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