Why are award-winning films getting poor screening slots at Nandan?

Filmmakers argue that slots like 1 PM are unsuitable for critically acclaimed films, questioning the selection criteria and demanding prime time.

What are the main complaints against Nandan's film selection?

Filmmakers allege a lack of transparency and bias, with claims that films are rejected in favor of others deemed 'better' without clear justification.

How does Nandan decide which films to screen?

A committee evaluates censored films for aesthetic suitability for the Nandan audience, though the exact process and criteria are debated.

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Nandan Film Selection Sparks Outcry

26 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Award-winning film gets 1 PM slot, questioning Nandan's selection logic.
Filmmakers allege bias, citing 'better films' over merit.
Demand for transparency in Nandan's film programming rises.

Recent weeks have seen growing discontent among filmmakers regarding Nandan's film screening practices. Arjunn Dutta, whose 'Deep Fridge' received the Best Bengali Feature Film award nationally, publicly questioned why his film was assigned a 1 PM slot. He argued that such an unfavorable time undermines critically acclaimed works and wondered if a prime 6 PM slot could be secured.

Filmmaker Pratim D Gupta echoed these concerns, stating his film 'Ranna Bati' was denied a screening, with assurances that "better films" were prioritized. He noted that films released before and after his were scheduled, raising questions about the fairness and transparency of Nandan's selection criteria. Indie filmmakers also expressed disappointment over a retrospective overshadowing new releases.