Kolkata, 24th June, 2024: The trailer of Hemanter Aparanha, the much-anticipated film by award-winning director Ashoke Viswanathan, was launched today at Hindusthan Club, Kolkata. The event was graced by the film’s cast and crew, including actors Rwitobroto Mukherjee, Anusha Viswanathan, Satyapriya Mukhopadhyay, and producer Amit Agarwal.
A Poignant Journey Through Art and Life
Hemanter Aparanha promises a dynamic visual exploration of life’s tensions during the pandemic, as well as the impacts of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Director Ashoke Viswanathan emphasized the film’s engagement with themes of retirement, death, desire, and despair, set against the backdrop of virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence. He praised Amit Agarwal’s role as both producer and trailer editor, noting his previous collaborations on award-winning documentaries and film trailers.
Insights from the Cast and Crew
Director Ashoke Viswanathan expressed his vision for the film:
“This film constantly engages with questions relating to life after retirement and life after death, desire and despair. The narrative is rich with the realities of a world changed by the lockdown and wars in Ukraine and Gaza.”
Producer Amit Agarwal shared his excitement:
“I loved the story and its message. Ashoke Da’s execution of the film is brilliant. It’s a family film with elements that inspire and influence everyone. Working as a trailer editor again was an amazing experience, and I hope the audience will appreciate the trailer and be eager to watch the film.”
Actor Rwitobroto Mukherjee reflected on his involvement:
“I am thrilled to be part of a film that captures the complexities of life and promises to resonate deeply with audiences.”
Actress Anusha Viswanathan added:
“Hemanter Aparanha is a heartfelt exploration of human emotions and relationships. I am honored to bring my character to life in this poignant narrative.”
Stellar Cast and Crew
The film features a stellar cast, including Anusha Viswanathan, Rwitobroto Mukherjee, and Satyapriya Mukhopadhyay. The music is composed by Gourab Chatterjee with songs by Lokhichara. Cinematography is handled by Joydeep Bhowmick, with editing by National Award winner Arghyakamal Mitra.
Release Date
Hemanter Aparanha, produced by Amit Agarwal and Ashoke Viswanathan on behalf of Adarsh Telemedia and AV Productions, is set to release in theaters on 12th July, 2024.
This film is poised to captivate audiences with its rich narrative and powerful performances, making it a must-watch in the Tollywood calendar.