Bengali Cinema

Bengali cinema, also known as Tollywood, refers to the film industry based in West Bengal, India, centered around Kolkata. Renowned for its rich storytelling, artistic excellence, and cultural depth, it has produced internationally acclaimed filmmakers like Satyajit Ray and Ritwik Ghatak. Bengali films often explore social themes, history, and human emotions with lyrical visuals and nuanced performances. While it shares cultural ties with Indian cinema, Bengali cinema maintains a unique identity rooted in literary and cinematic traditions, contributing significantly to global film history and inspiring filmmakers worldwide.