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Mint
3 days ago
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Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri announces release date of new movie about Bengal; social media says, ‘Waiting for Manipur files'
Bollywood filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri has announced the release date of his new film, The Bengal Files. The movie, based on communal violence in the 1940s, is all set to be released on September 5. 'They turned Bengal's wisdom into ashes. The land that once lit up Bharat's soul with Indic renaissance… was silenced by communal hate,' the director wrote on social media, not revealing the identity of 'they'. 'The streets of Bengal were drowned in blood. India forgot. But we remembered. And now the world will know,' Agnihotri wrote while announcing the release date. Social media users, especially those from West Bengal, reacted to the announcement. 'Tell your boss that they will lose again in Bengal,' came from one Bengali user. One user claimed, 'The movie was called Delhi Files earlier. When BJP came to power in Delhi, the name change happened.' 'We are good here. Can you please stop doing this Publicity Stunt?' wrote another Bengali. One of them wrote, 'B-Grade movies ka C-Grade director…' 'How about the Gujarat files? It could solve why a popular public leader does not give interviews for 2 decades!' commented another. Another remarked, 'Waiting for Manipur files.' One user predicted that it would be a 'Maha Flop communal movie'. Another called Agnihotri 'The film director from WhatsApp University'. Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri is no stranger to controversy. In October 2013, he tweeted, 'What makes NANO the SAFEST car for Women. THERE IS SIMPLY NO WAY TO GET GANG R*PED IN HERE.' Earlier in 2025, he reacted to the Samay Raina controversy and compared it to Kashmiri Pandits 'getting lynched'. Samay Raina 'must have experienced how it feels when people who don't agree with you come to lynch you', he wrote. Vivek Agnihotri's film The Kashmir Files (2022) became a massive box office success. However, it faced criticism for showing communal violence in an allegedly biased manner. Kashmir politicians like Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti slammed the film. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called it 'false propaganda'. Agnihotri sent her a legal notice seeking an apology. Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid called it a 'propaganda, vulgar movie'. The jury head at the 2022 International Film Festival of India sparked a major controversy with his comments.
News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Vivek Agnihotri Says The Bengal Files Will Explore A Dark Chapter Of History
Last Updated: Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's "The Bengal Files" premieres in the U.S. before its India release on September 5, 2025, starring Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher. Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri took to social media to reveal that his upcoming project, 'The Bengal Files" will explore an unforgotten dark chapter in history. Taking to Instagram, he posted a few images and wrote, 'They turned Bengal's wisdom into ashes. The land that once lit up Bharat's soul with Indic renaissance… was silenced by communal hate. The streets of Bengal were drowned in blood. India forgot. But we remembered. And now the world will know. The Bengal Files Releasing Worldwide on 05 September 2025 #TheBengalFiles #RightToLife." The makers of 'The Bengal Files" have kicked off a special premiere tour across the United States, featuring 10 grand screenings, which started from July 19 in New Jersey. The film's first-ever premiere in New Jersey set the tone, with honest and emotional reactions pouring in from moviegoers, reflecting the film's deep resonance. The filmmaker shared snippets of the audience's response on Instagram, showcasing how profoundly moved viewers were by the raw and hard-hitting portrayal of 'Direct Action Day." He captioned the post, 'Audience reactions after the first-ever screening of the untold story of Hindu Genocide #TheBengalFiles in New Jersey." Written and directed by Vivek Agnihotri, 'The Bengal Files" is set to premiere internationally ahead of its grand release in India. The makers have announced a massive U.S. premiere tour, featuring 10 major screenings across key cities. The tour kicked off on July 19 in New Jersey and continues through Washington DC (July 20), Raleigh (July 25), Atlanta (July 26), Tampa (July 27), Phoenix (August 1), Los Angeles (August 2), San Francisco Bay Area (August 3), Detroit (August 7), Chicago (August 9), and concludes in Houston on August 10. Produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi, the film features an ensemble cast including Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar. Part of Agnihotri's acclaimed Files trilogy—alongside 'The Kashmir Files" and 'The Tashkent Files"—the film explores another dark and powerful chapter in Indian history. 'The Bengal Files" is slated for its theatrical release in India on September 5, 2025. First Published: July 22, 2025, 15:40 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
The Bengal Files First REVIEW Out: Netizens Call Vivek Ranjan Agnihotris Film Haunting After Grand Premiere In New Jersey
'The Bengal Files' First Review: Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's 'The Bengal Files' is making waves since its gripping teaser released. Earlier, The makers have announced premiere tour which includes 10 grand mega screenings across the United States, starting July 19 in New Jersey. Amid this honest reviews of 'The Bengal Files' are out. Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri directorial has left the audiences stunned, the film has now created a stir with its first-ever grand premiere in New Jersey, USA. After first-ever premiere held in New Jersey, moviegoers honest reactions are pouring inn and speaking volume about the film's impact on the viewes. Taking to Instagram, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri shared audience's reactions, showing how deeply moved they were after witnessing the hard-hitting, shocking, and untold story of "Direct Action Day"—a portrayal that raises the alarming question: is Bengal becoming another Kashmir? He also wrote the caption, 'Audience reactions after the first-ever screening of the untold story of Hindu Genocide #TheBengalFiles in New Jersey.' Check 'The Bengal Files' First Review Below! 'The Bengal Files' USA Tour Dates As announced, The Bengal Files will have international premieres ahead of its grand release in India, beginning with a massive USA tour. The schedule of the 10 grand premieres across the U.S. will be like, 19 July in New Jersey, 20 July in Washington DC, 25 July in Raleigh, 26 July in Atlanta, 27 July in Tampa, 01 August in Phoenix, 02 August in Los Angeles, 03 August in Sf Bay Area, 07 August in Detroit, 09 August in Chicago, and concluding on 10 August in Houston. The Bengal Files is written and directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri and produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi. It stars Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar. The film presented by Tej Narayan Agarwal & I Am Buddha is a part of Vivek's Files trilogy that includes The Kashmir Files and The Tashkent Files. FAQs When Is 'The Bengal Files' Releasing In India? Vivek Agnihotri's film will arrive in Indian theatres on September 5, 2025. What Was The Earlier Title Of The Bengal Files? The Bengal Files was initially titled as 'The Delhi Files: The Bengal Chapter.' Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's Upcoming Film Is Based On? It's the third installment in director Vivek Agnihotri's 'Files' trilogy and is based on communal violence in Bengal during the 1940s.
News18
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
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The Bengal Files: Vivek Agnihotri Launches USA Premiere Tour Ahead Of India Release
Last Updated: Vivek Agnihotri's The Bengal Files to premiere across 10 U.S. cities in July. Final part of the Files Trilogy hits Indian cinemas on Sept 5, 2025. Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, best known for his provocative and politically charged cinema, has unveiled an electrifying new promo video announcing the U.S. premiere tour of his upcoming film The Bengal Files. The movie marks the third and final installment of his 'Files Trilogy," following the impactful The Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files. The promo, shared on Agnihotri's social media handles, features emotionally charged snippets from all three films, reinforcing his ongoing cinematic mission to spotlight unspoken chapters of Indian history. Titled the Never Again USA Tour, the initiative is a bold move to take The Bengal Files to global audiences ahead of its theatrical release in India. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) The U.S. leg of the promotional tour will see ten grand premieres starting July 19 in New Jersey and ending on August 10 in Houston. Other cities on the itinerary include Chicago, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Raleigh, Tampa, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The aim is to build conversation around the film and its themes with an engaged diaspora audience that has previously shown strong support for Agnihotri's work. 'The Never Again tour is more than just a string of premieres; it's a call to revisit suppressed truths," Agnihotri said while unveiling the video, which also includes glimpses from The Bengal Files trailer. The Bengal Files is written and directed by Agnihotri and produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi. Backed by Tej Narayan Agarwal and I Am Buddha, the film features a formidable cast including Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, Pallavi Joshi, and Darshan Kumar. As with its predecessors, the film is expected to deal with a politically sensitive and historically overlooked subject. The release is scheduled for September 5, 2025, in Indian theatres. With momentum already building overseas, Agnihotri's latest offering seems poised to generate global dialogue — not just as a film, but as a cultural reckoning. First Published:
Hans India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Vivek Agnihotri treats with 'The Bengal Files' promo ahead of the 'Never Again USA Tour'
Mumbai: After delivering two hard-hitting dramas in the form of "The Tashkent Files", and "The Kashmir Files", filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri is all set to treat the movie lovers with the final chapter in the 'truth trilogy' — "The Bengal Files". Ahead of the theatrical release of the movie on September 5 this year, "The Bengal Files" will be getting an international premiere in July. The overseas journey of the drama will commence with the USA tour. The "Never Again" tour of the movie will premiere on July 19 and conclude on August 10. On Friday, Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri took to his official Instagram handle and shared a gripping promotional video for the 'Never Again' tour, comprising glimpses from "The Tashkent Files", "The Kashmir Files", and "The Bengal Files" trailer. The clip further informed about the premiere dates and cities of the USA tour. Dropping the promotional video on the photo-sharing app, the director wrote, "USA, are you ready for The Bengal Files? Grand Premieres across the USA...10 Cities. 1 Truth. If The Kashmir Files hurt you… The Bengal Files will haunt you. 🇺🇸 NEVER AGAIN TOUR | Premieres from July 19 – August 10, the first in the world to watch. BOOK YOUR SEATS NOW: The 'Never Again' tour will have "The Bengal Files" screened in ten cities across U.S. — New Jersey, Houston, Chicago, Atlanta, DC, Raleigh, Tampa, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Helmed and penned by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, "The Bengal Files" has been jointly backed by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi under the banners of Abhishek Agarwal Arts and I Am Buddha Productions. With Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, Anupam Kher, and Darshan Kumar in key roles, the movie will also have Puneet Issar, Govind Namdev, Babbu Maan, Palomi Ghosh, Mohan Kapur, Namashi Chakraborthy, Anubha Arora, Satwant Kaur, Richard Keep, Shubhankar Das, Divya Palat, Ankit Bisht, Saurav Raj Vermaa, and Olga Yumasheva as the ancillary cast.
