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Calcutta 71

কলকাতা ৭১

Drama
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1972-10-12
1h 56m
Bengali
Released
D.S. Pictures

About

The spirit of a condemned 20-year-old student wanders through time, linking together four stories of people struggling for survival in this gritty meditation on poverty, natural disaster and political strife in India. A middle-class family's home is no match for the monsoons, while another clan's morality is compromised when famine strikes. Young boys smuggle rice, and politicians pity the poor while living in the lap of luxury.

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About Calcutta 71

The spirit of a condemned 20-year-old student wanders through time, linking together four stories of people struggling for survival in this gritty meditation on poverty, natural disaster and political strife in India. A middle-class family's home is no match for the monsoons, while another clan's morality is compromised when famine strikes. Young boys smuggle rice, and politicians pity the poor while living in the lap of luxury. Running 116 minutes.

Calcutta 71 Cast and Characters

The cast features Madhabi Mukherjee, Gita Sen (as The Mother in the 1953 Story), Binota Roy, Ranjit Mallick (as Ranjit Mallick), and Utpal Dutt. Their performances are a major reason Calcutta 71 has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Calcutta 71

There's a reason Calcutta 71 keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Bengali storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Calcutta 71?

Calcutta 71 runs for 116 minutes (about 1.9 hours).

Is Calcutta 71 good? What's the rating?

Calcutta 71 holds a 8.9/10 rating based on 9 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of Calcutta 71?

The main cast includes Madhabi Mukherjee, Gita Sen, Binota Roy, and Ranjit Mallick, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Calcutta 71 available in Bengali?

Yes — Calcutta 71 was originally produced in Bengali and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Calcutta 71 released?

Calcutta 71 was released in 1972.

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What is Calcutta 71 about?

Calcutta 71 is a Drama Bengali-language film. The spirit of a condemned 20-year-old student wanders through time, linking together four stories of people struggling for survival in this gritty meditation on poverty, natural disaster and political strife in India. A middle-class family's home is no match for the monsoons, while another clan's morality is compromised when famine strikes. Young boys smuggle rice, and politicians pity the poor while living in the lap of luxury.

When was Calcutta 71 released?

Calcutta 71 was released on October 12, 1972. It has a runtime of 1h 56m. The film was produced by D.S. Pictures.

Who stars in Calcutta 71?

Calcutta 71 stars Madhabi Mukherjee, Gita Sen, Binota Roy and Ranjit Mallick. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Calcutta 71 available in HD?

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