🎬 Babai Sen directs 'MIHIRA' — Rahul Roy's debut Bengali film explores Cooch Behar’s royal heritage & Ras Mela in a bold cinematic tribute.

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Kolkata: A powerful new voice in Bengali cinema, director Babai Sen is set to make waves with his latest film MIHIRA, starring Bollywood legend Rahul Roy in his first Bengali role. The film is produced by Sajal Barman under the banner of CS Entertainment, and supported by Arshi Group of Companies.

More than just a gripping social thriller, MIHIRA brings to light the heritage beauty, royal culture, and community spirit of Cooch Behar, spotlighting the Ras Mela, traditional Rajbanshi attire, and the region’s legacy in a commercially accessible format.


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🏛️ Film Highlights:

Visual tribute to Cooch Behar’s heritage architecture and historical landmarks

Authentic portrayal of Rajbanshi customs, dance, dress, and one folk song

Bengali language used for broad accessibility, with Rajbanshi aesthetics embedded in look and sound

Supported by the District Administration, ICSP, and the people of Cooch Behar



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📽️ Storyline:

Mihira is a teenage girl in a conservative religious environment in Cooch Behar, trapped under the label of a "divine destiny."
When four filmmakers arrive to document Ras Mela and local culture, they stumble upon a tale of faith-driven control, silence, and hidden trauma.
As Mihira disappears, the investigation uncovers how belief can sometimes turn into captivity.


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🎭 Cast:

Rahul Roy (debuting in Bengali)

Kharaj Mukherjee (in a strong rural role)

Sajal Barman (in a key supporting role)

Introducing new actors as Mihira and Meera



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🎶 Music:

Contemporary songs by Raj Barman and Renisha

Authentic Rajbanshi folk song specially featured



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🎬 Release Plan:

Releasing in select theatres across West Bengal in late August, followed by OTT and international festival submissions.


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🎤 Director Babai Sen says:

> “This is not just a film about one girl. It’s about a district, a culture, and the identity of a community. ‘MIHIRA’ is my humble tribute to them.”