Saswata Chattopadhyay to Make Bangladeshi Debut in ‘Gulmohor’
Renowned Indian actor Saswata Chattopadhyay debuts in Bangladesh with Chorki’s Gulmohor, a gripping family drama by Syed Ahmed Shawki.
The brilliant Saswata Chattopadhyay, famed for his pitch-perfect performances in Indian cinema, is about to cross borders and make quite the splash in the Bangladeshi entertainment pond. The much-loved actor is all set to appear in Gulmohor, a Chorki original series helmed by the ever-intriguing Syed Ahmed Shawki. Set to premiere bang on midnight, 15 May, this mystery-laden family drama promises to be anything but run-of-the-mill.
For Shawki, Gulmohor marks a grand return to the director’s chair after a near three-year breather – and by the looks of things, he’s not come back to faff about. Described as his “most ambitious” project to date, the series has already set tongues wagging thanks to its cracking cast and a promotional poster hinting at tangled relationships and power struggles with the evocative tagline: “The tune of relationships drowned in the greed for power.”
Speaking about his foray into Bangladeshi storytelling, Saswata Chattopadhyay was clearly chuffed. “This is a family story with many layers,” he said, his voice thick with conviction. “There’s something deeply emotional about my character. That kind of role is rare these days. When I learned that the shooting would take place in Bangladesh, I said yes right away.” No dithering, no drama – just a good old-fashioned gut feeling.
The ensemble is nothing to sneeze at either – featuring big names like Sara Zaker, Intekhab Dinar, Mostafizur Noor Imran, Sushama Sarker, Mir Naufel Ashrafi Jisan, Sarika Sabah, Taufiqul Islam Emon, and Mostafa Monwar. It’s safe to say, this isn’t your average family get-together.
Actor Intekhab Dinar likened the show to “a gripping drama woven with betrayal and complex family ties,” adding that Shawki directed it “with a magician’s touch” – and who’s to argue? If past gems Taqdeer and Karagar are anything to go by, the man clearly knows how to spin a yarn. Meanwhile, Sushama Sarker put it bluntly: “The story explores how power, envy, and greed can unravel love, trust, and relationships.” No sugar-coating, just the brutal truth, as we Bongs like it.
For Chorki, Gulmohor is yet another jewel in the crown, and for audiences on both sides of the border, it’s shaping up to be a right belter. So mark your calendars, get the kettle on, and prepare for a drama that digs deep and doesn’t let go.
Sources : The Daily Star
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