Kiriti Roy 
Kiriti Roy 

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Kiriti Roy 

2016
Movie
141 min
Bengali

Setarer Sur revolves around five friends -Sunil, Brajesh, Ranjan, Suhash and Avijit -who are all attracted to their common friend, Basobi. Basobi seems to be close to Ranjan. Then, she suddenly declares she will marry Brajesh, as she has always been in love with him. Just days before the wedding, Basobi is found dead at home and renowned detective Kiriti is approached to solve the case.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Anindya BanerjeeGenres: Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

The film follows the journey of Kiriti Roy, a young detective who takes on a perplexing case involving a missing girl and a series of unsettling events. As Kiriti delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers dark secrets and hidden motives that challenge his understanding of justice. The narrative weaves through the complex social fabric of the region, revealing interconnected relationships and a growing sense of unease.

Critical Reception

Kiriti Roy received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Rajesh Sharma. However, some reviewers noted that the pacing could be inconsistent at times, and certain plot points felt underdeveloped. Despite these minor criticisms, the film was generally appreciated for its attempt at a gripping mystery thriller within the Bengali cinema landscape.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric build-up and suspenseful moments.

  • The performances, especially from Rajesh Sharma, were a highlight.

  • Some found the plot to be slightly convoluted or slow in parts.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Kiriti Roy on Google is limited, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiments. However, general feedback often points to the film's engaging mystery and strong acting as key positives.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the popular character Kiriti Roy, a detective created by the renowned Bengali author Nihar Ranjan Gupta, who has been a staple in Bengali crime fiction for decades.

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