‘The Bengal Files’ X review: Vivek Agnihotri’s film called ‘raw’ and ‘intense’; Namashi Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi praised

Vivek Agnihotri’s latest film, ‘The Bengal Files’, has been released in cinemas today. This fictional drama is inspired by real events from Indian history and politics. The film revisits the communal violence that shook Bengal in the 1940s, reflecting on the tragic aftermath of Direct Action Day and the horrifying Noakhali riots.

Through its storytelling, ‘The Bengal Files’ uncovers stories of betrayal, bloodshed, and survival during one of India’s darkest periods. It is a gripping portrayal of a society torn apart, and the human cost of political power struggles.

‘The Bengal Files’ cast

The film features a stellar ensemble, including Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, Pallavi Joshi, Darshan Kumaar, and Simratt Kaur.

Many users took to X to share their reviews of the movie, here’s a look at what they said:

Gut-wrenching experience evokes intense emotions

One viewer wrote, “#TheBengalFiles is a gut-wrenching cinematic experience that dares to bring alive the horrors of Direct Action Day (1946) with raw intensity, outstanding storytelling and jaw dropping sequences that will burn your heart…. Directed by VIVEK AGNIHOTRI doesn’t flinch from showing the brutality, the power games, and thehuman cost of DIRECT ACTION DAY… SIMRATT KAUR, NAMASHI CHAKRABORTY, PALLAVI JOSHI & DARSHAN KUMAR delivers a powerhouse act filled with rage and vulnerability, supporting starcast like Anupam kher, Mithun Chakraborty, Saswata and Sourav Das too adds strength….”

First half leaves audience shocked and disturbed

Another viewer shared their thoughts on the first half, “Watched first half of #TheBengalFiles. Intense, disturbing. You feel ironical that #DirectAction & #KashmirExodus, Bengal of today, nothing has changed. We avoid looking at bitter truth but dare not face it. But truth we must face. That's it. Go watch & learn what was hidden from us”

Reveals shocking historical horrors

A user explained, “Just watched premiere of #TheBengalFiles. Mind simply blew away about the horrors of the #DirectActionDay…”

Film acts as mirror to hidden past

Another viewer penned, “#TheBengalFiles isn’t just a film, it’s a mirror. A mirror that shows how Bengal’s blood-soaked past was buried not by chance, but by design….”