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Srijit Mukherji's New Film Celebrates Sarat Chandra's Banned Novel
28 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Film honors 100 years of Sarat Chandra's controversial novel 'Pather Dabi'.
- The novel, published in 1926, was banned for inciting anti-British sentiments.
- Director Srijit Mukherji also debuts as a music composer for the film.
Director Srijit Mukherji is set to bring a significant piece of literary history to the screen with his upcoming period drama, 'Emperor vs Sarat Chandra.' The film is a tribute to the 100th anniversary of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's influential novel, 'Pather Dabi,' which originally stirred public sentiment against British rule.
The novel, first serialized in 1926 and subsequently banned for its alleged incitement of anti-Raj feelings, faced a ban shortly after its publication. While the ban was eventually lifted in 1939, its impact on public discourse was undeniable. The film aims to capture this historical resonance.
Scheduled to begin production in January, 'Emperor vs Sarat Chandra' boasts a stellar cast including Abir Chatterjee, Tota Roy Chowdhury, Mimi Chakraborty, Kanchan Mullick, and Divyani Mondal. Adding another dimension to the project, Srijit Mukherji will also be venturing into music composition for the first time.
