Syed Shamsul Haque’s Bukjhim Ek Bhalobasa

Join us at Kolkata Centre For Creativity for the Aneek Theatre Group's production of "Bukjhim Ek Bhalobasa," a compelling tragic love story set against the backdrop of rural Bangladesh during the decaying years of the Mughal Empire. This production reinvigorates the traditional genre of premakhyan through the masterful pen of Syed Shamsul Haque.

Directed and narrated by Sraman Chatterjee, this performance transcends time with its blend of lyrical prose and poignant music compositions by Subhadeep Guha, featuring both traditional Boyati music elements and contemporary sounds with instruments like Banjo and Guitar. The simplicity of the set design allows Haque’s evocative language to paint vivid images, immersing the audience in a sensuous world of romance and tragedy.

The play unfolds the story of Mansur Boyati and Chand Sultana, whose love story bears parallels to classical Sufi romances but comes alive with unique character dimensions and intense emotional depth. Supported by actors Sarbajit Ghosh and Sohini Chakraborty, with live musical accompaniment from Chakrapani Dev, Sushruta Goswami, Jayanta Saha, and Subhadeep Guha, this two-hour and ten-minute production promises an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Don't miss this exquisite exploration of love, separation, and dignity in the face of destiny. Book your tickets now for 29th June 2024 and witness a narrative tradition that has captivated hearts for centuries at KCC Amphitheatre.

About the Director:

PLAYS

  Acted in substantial and lead roles in the following theatre productions:

• RAKTAKARABI Directed by Goutam Halder, Theatre group- PURBA PASHCHIM
• KHOJ Directed by Soumyajit Majumdar, Theatre group- LOK (Featured in Mulakaat, Delhi- Indo-Pakistan Theatre Festival organised by Takhleeq productions)
• FIVE GRAINS OF SUGAR, Play by Manav Kaul, directed by Soumyajit Majumdar, Theatre group- LOK (Featured in Sahabhaga International Festival of Participatory Performance)
• KHELNA BHANGAR SHOBDO, Directed by Adhir Bose, Theatre group- EKUSH SHATAK
• TOMOGHNO, Directed by Runu Chowdhury, Theatre group- EKUSH SHATAK
• SHURER BADHONE, Directed by Runu Chowdhury, Theatre group- KUSHILAB
• THE FEMINIST PLAY, Directed by Trisha Ray, Theatre group- THE INSERT NAME THEATRICAL SOCIETY
• THE OGRE, Directed by Avisek Arora, Theatre group- NIGHT AND FOG
• SHATABDIR SHESH, Directed by Runu Chowdhury, Theatre group- KUSHILAB
• MONPAKHI, Directed by Apurba Roy, Theatre group-EKUSH SHATAK
• DIL KI DUNIYA, based on stories by Ismat Chughtai, Directed by Debleena Tripathi
• BUKJHIM EK BHALOBASHA, self-directed solo act produced by Aneek Kolkata
• DHUSHOR, Directed by Santanu Nath, Theatre group: Kolkata Hujjut
• BHADRAJAA, directed by Sudipto Chatterjee, produced by: Spectactors Ensemble
• BHOOTANWESHI, directed by Eenu Chakraborty, produced by: Bally Pravat Natya Samstha

FILMS

• Lead Actor in A Holy Conspiracy, directed by Saibal Mitra
• One of the leads in Kia and Cosmos, directed by Sudipto Roy
• Lead actor in DAMRU, directed by Riya Agarwal
• Ensemble cast in The goldfish who swam out of the fishbowl, directed by Tathagata Ghosh 
• Lead actor in LEFT BEHIND, directed by Debjit Bagchi
• Supporting actor in Chawlochitro Circus, directed by Mainak Bhaumik
• Supporting actor in Bibaho Diaries, directed by Mainak Bhaumik

WEBSERIES

•  Male protagonist in Addatimes' rom-com series "Flatmate", directed by Abhra Chakraborty.

MUSIC VIDEOS

• KOTOBAR, Audio Label - Bangla Rock, Written, composed and concept by Pralay
• BACK TO THE ROOT, Direction and Edit - Tamal Kanti Halder