Classic Bengali films that are a must-watch: Uttam Kumar's Bagh Bondi Khela, Ranjit Mallick's Calcutta 71, and more...

When it comes to Bengali cinema, the world expects something more than just mere entertainment as legends Satyajit Ray, Uttam Kumar, Soumitra Chatterjee, Ritwik Ghatak, Mrinal Sen, and many more have amazed the globe with their master storytelling. Experience the brilliance of classic Bengali cinema through movies such as Bagh Bondhi Khela, Calcutta 71, and more that have become cherished national treasures now.  Let's check out these movies on OTTplay Premium.

Bengali classics on OTTplay Premium:

Bagh Bondi Khela

Cast: Uttam Kumar, Supriya Devi, Mahua Roy Chowdhury, Samita Biswas, Dilip Bose, Partho Mukherjee

The story follows Rajesh, who visits Ranipur to connect with his family. But soon things take a dramatic turn when he discovers the shocking truth about his father Vabesh's questionable ethics. Determined to put a stop to it, Rajesh takes action and single-handedly thwarts Vabesh's ambitious plan to enter politics.

Utsab

Cast: Prosenjit Chatterjee, Madhabi Mukherjee, Arpita Chatterjee, Mamata Shankar, Rituparna Sengupta, Pradip Mukherjee

As Durga Puja approaches, Bhagabati's two daughters reunite at their ancestral home in Kolkata after marriage, bringing excitement, nostalgia, and warmth. The house is now filled with the vibrant children, the aroma of traditional delicacies, and the joyous chaos of festivities, as the family comes together to celebrate the goddess Durga's arrival, strengthening their bonds.

Rajlakshmi O Srikanta

Cast: Uttam Kumar, Suchitra Sen, Anil Chatterjee, Tulsi Chakraborty

Srikanta's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets courtesan Pyaribai, only to discover that she is, in fact, his childhood sweetheart Rajlakshmi. However, things soon get more complicated when he finds himself drawn to Kamalata, sparking an intense dilemma inside him as he struggles to reconcile his feelings for two women.

Uttarayan

Cast: Uttam Kumar, Supriya Devi, Sabitri Chatterjee, Asha Devi, Anil Chatterjee

During an intense battle, soldier Pranbir comes across Rateswar, a man who has an uncanny resemblance to him. However, soon fate takes a tragic turn when Rateswar dies, and Pranbir visits his home to break the news to his family. However, upon arrival, he is mistaken for the deceased Rateswar. Now, this sets off a series of events.

Calcutta 71

Cast: Ranjit Mullick, Madhabi Mukherjee, Gita Sen, Utpal Dutt, Ajitesh Bandopadhyay

After witnessing the widespread poverty and exploitation in West Bengal in the 1970s, a young man, named Ranjit, decides to take a stand and fight against the deep-rooted injustices in the region, with its people left suffering for generations.