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4 months ago, Arian Malitya
The Bengali film industry has delivered different genres of movies that were powerful, emotional, and quite different in the year 2024. The audiences were excited with every release, and these films did not only delivered entertainment to the public, but also inspired the public with new themes and strong performances. Ranked by their box office impact and success, let' see the Bengali movies of 2024.
Box Office Collection: ₹25 Cr | Budget: ₹6 Cr | IMDb: 7.0/10
Khadaan was the blockbuster of that year. Tracking the issue of illegal mining and land exploitation struck a chord with the viewers. Dev’s performance, combined with the hard-hitting narratives of the film, made it a must-watch movie. The movie‘s dialogue echoed powerfully throughout Bengal:
“আজ এই জমি খাদান হবে, নয়তো শ্মশান.”-Today this land will become a quarry or a crematorium.
This line from the film represents the theme of resistance and the fight for justice.
Box Office Collection: ₹22.05 Cr | Budget: ₹4 Cr | IMDb: 7.9/10
Bohurupi stands out to be a psychological drama which explores human identity and fraud. The movie has everything, like haunting plots and visuals that the public likes about it. So it became one of the favourite highest IMDb-rated movies of that year,
Box Office Collection: ₹6 Cr | Budget: ₹1.5 Cr | IMDb: 6.1/10
Despite being a box office failure, the movie's themes of justice impressed the viewers. Many viewers considered the film to be their favorite because of its compelling stories and characters.
Box Office Collection: ₹5 Cr | Budget: ₹1.5 Cr | IMDb: 7.3/10
The Raj Chakrabarty family movie Shontaan reveals a courtroom conflict with emotional depth. It looks into the relationship between a father and his son. The movie won the appreciation of many audiences because of its mature storytelling and powerful performances.
Box Office Collection: ₹4.70 Cr | Budget: ₹4 Cr | IMDb: 7.1/10
Boomerang was a mix of suspenseful twist plots and sarcasm. With a good budget, the movie inspired the public with its smart script and became a super hit.
Box Office Collection: ₹3 Cr | Budget: ₹1 Cr | IMDb: 7.5/10
Ajogya was a low-budget film known for its emotional depth and convincing storytelling, which gathered praise. It proved that even the smaller films could have achieved commercial success.
Box Office Collection: ₹1.80 Cr | Budget: ₹1 Cr | IMDb: 5.5/10
With its realistic depiction of emotions and hardships, Eta Amader Golpo, a life story which earned a niche in the public.
Box Office Collection: ₹1.76 Cr | Budget: ₹1 Cr | IMDb: 4.8/10
A mystery and crime thriller movie which engaged the suspense lovers. It struggled to make a strong connection with a wider audience.
Box Office Collection: ₹1.74 Cr | Budget: ₹1 Cr | IMDb: 6.8/10
Those seeking a casual cinematic experience were won over by Babli's lighthearted comedy and engaging story.
Box Office Collection: ₹1.56 Cr | Budget: ₹1 Cr | IMDb: 5.1/10
It featured the late actor Uttam Kumar in a main role with a new storyline. Despite receiving mixed reviews, Oti Uttam received praise for its brave idea.
2024 was the year when the Bengali movie showed its versatility and strength. From Khadaan with strong emotions to Bohurupi’s psychological interest, the Bengali film industry proved that commercial success can go hand in hand with meaningful stories of the movie. The year's films had a lasting impact on audiences that extended long after they left the theatres.
For those who haven't watched these movies yet, the box office results for 2024 are clear. These films are worth your time.
Drop your favourite in the comments!
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