Shankha Dasgupta
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Shankha Dasgupta | |
|---|---|
| শঙ্খ দাশগুপ্ত | |
| Born | 1985 (age 40–41) Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Occupation | Filmmaker |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Notable work | Boli (2022), Guti (2023), Priyo Maloti (2024) |
| Awards | Meril-Prothom Alo Awards |
Shankha Dasgupta (Bengali: শঙ্খ দাশগুপ্ত, born 1985) is a Bangladeshi filmmaker known for his web series Boli (2021), Guti (2023), and Priyo Maloti (2024) features Mehazabien Chowdhury selected in international competition in Cairo International Film Festival 2024 and Cinema of the World competition in International Film Festival of India 2024.[1][2][3]
Criticism
Dasgupta began his career in 2010, directing television dramas and commercials for local and multinational clients. In 2012, he founded FILMY FEATURES, a production house based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.[4][5]
He gained recognition for his work on several projects, including directing the TV series Guti (2023), which explores the drug smuggling scene in Dhaka and features actress Azmeri Haque Badhan.[6][7] The series received acclaim for its narrative depth and character development.[8] Dasgupta also directed the TV series Boli (2021) where Chanchal Chowdhury appaired as a robber got mixed criticism and the short film Shundarchan (2019), Shunno Theke Shuru (2021), featuring Tahsan and Sunerah Binte Kamal, was one of the episodes of Close up Kache Ashar Golpo 2021.[9] His feature film Dear Maloti will premiere in Cairo International Film Festival and then will be available in OTT.[10] Another film named Fifty Fifty announced under the Ministry of Love film series.[11][12]
Actress Mehazabien Chowdhury and Shankha faced severe backlash for accidentally covering up a graffiti of Sohagi Jahan Tonu, a rape and murder victim, with a poster for the film Prio Maloti. Critics argue that this incident reflects a lack of sensitivity and awareness, especially given the ongoing fight for justice for Tonu. Despite Mehazabien's prompt apology and removal of the poster, many believe that such actions demonstrate a disregard for important social issues.[13]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Priyo Maloti | Director, Writer (featuring Mehazabien Chowdhury) |
| 2023 | Guti | TV Series - Director, Writer, (featuring Azmeri Haque Badhan, Nasir Uddin Khan) Released on Chorki |
| 2021 | Boli | TV Series - Director, (featuring Chanchal Chowdhury, Sohana Saba, Safa Kabir, Salahuddin Lavlu) Released on Hoichoi [14] |
| 2021 | Shunno Theke Shuru | Short film - Director, (featuring Tahsan and Sunerah Binte Kamal)[15] |
| 2019 | Shundar Chaan | Short Film - Director |