The Home and the World
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In the early 1900s, Nikhilesh, a wealthy Westernized Hindu in colonial East Bengal, feels compelled to test the love of his wife, Bimala. He introduces her to his friend Sandip, a politician agitating against British rule, and Bimala is equally taken with both Sandip's anti-colonial fervor and the man himself. Personal and political tensions subsequently flare as the now assertive Bimala has to make a crucial decision.
Cast
Soumitra Chatterjee
as Sandip Mukherjee
Victor Banerjee
as Nikhilesh Choudhury
Swatilekha Sengupta
as Bimala Choudhury
Gopa Aich
as The Sister-in-Law
Jennifer Kendal
as Miss Gilby
Manoj Mitra
as Headmaster
Bimal Chatterjee
as Kulada
Indrapramit Roy
as Amulya
Sunil Sarkar
as
Tinu Ghosh
as
Bibhuti Nandi
as
Haradhan Basu
as
Subal Das
as
Shashanka Bhattacharya
as
Rasik Banerjee
as
Govinda Chakravarti
as
Somenath Majumdar
as
Rambalak Pandey
as
Nandita Ghosh
as
Malati Bole
as
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Stream The Home and the World online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in Bengali and released in 1985, it's earned a solid 7.3/10 from 28 viewers worldwide.
About The Home and the World
“TRADITION VERSUS MODERNISM”
In the early 1900s, Nikhilesh, a wealthy Westernized Hindu in colonial East Bengal, feels compelled to test the love of his wife, Bimala. He introduces her to his friend Sandip, a politician agitating against British rule, and Bimala is equally taken with both Sandip's anti-colonial fervor and the man himself. Personal and political tensions subsequently flare as the now assertive Bimala has to make a crucial decision. Running 140 minutes.
The Home and the World Cast and Characters
The cast features Soumitra Chatterjee (as Sandip Mukherjee), Victor Banerjee (as Nikhilesh Choudhury), Swatilekha Sengupta (as Bimala Choudhury), Gopa Aich (as The Sister-in-Law), and Jennifer Kendal (as Miss Gilby). Their performances are a major reason The Home and the World has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Home and the World NowWhy People Are Watching The Home and the World
The Home and the World flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Home and the World
Where can I watch The Home and the World online for free?
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How long is The Home and the World?
The Home and the World runs for 140 minutes (about 2.3 hours).
Is The Home and the World good? What's the rating?
The Home and the World holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 28 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Home and the World?
The main cast includes Soumitra Chatterjee, Victor Banerjee, Swatilekha Sengupta, and Gopa Aich, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Home and the World available in Bengali?
Yes — The Home and the World 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 The Home and the World released?
The Home and the World was released in 1985.
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What is The Home and the World about?
The Home and the World is a Drama Bengali-language film. In the early 1900s, Nikhilesh, a wealthy Westernized Hindu in colonial East Bengal, feels compelled to test the love of his wife, Bimala. He introduces her to his friend Sandip, a politician agitating against British rule, and Bimala is equally taken with both Sandip's anti-colonial fervor and the man himself. Personal and political tensions subsequently flare as the now assertive Bimala has to make a crucial decision.
When was The Home and the World released?
The Home and the World was released on January 4, 1985. It has a runtime of 2h 20m. The film was produced by National Film Development Corporation of India.
Who stars in The Home and the World?
The Home and the World stars Soumitra Chatterjee, Victor Banerjee, Swatilekha Sengupta and Gopa Aich. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Home and the World available in HD?
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