Vivek Agnihotri’s ‘The Bengal Files’ to Release on 5th September: A Tribute to Forgotten Heroes Like Gopal Mukherjee aka Patha

The Bengal Files

The Bengal Files

• Gopal Mukherjee heroism

• Vivek Agnihotri new movie

Renowned filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, celebrated for bold cinematic narratives like The Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files, is once again ready to shake the conscience of the nation. His upcoming film, ‘The Bengal Files’, is set to release on 5th September, and promises to unearth a chapter of Indian history that has been buried for decades — the Direct Action Day riots of 1946, and the unyielding courage of one man, Gopal Mukherjee, famously known as Patha.

⚔️ The Forgotten Hero: Gopal Mukherjee aka Patha

At the heart of The Bengal Files lies the valiant story of Gopal Patha, a butcher by profession but a warrior in spirit, who rose to defend innocent Hindus during the bloody communal carnage incited by Islamic radicals under the Muslim League’s call for Direct Action Day on 16 August 1946. As Kolkata turned into a battleground of hatred, bloodshed, and betrayal, Gopal Patha emerged as a symbol of grassroots resistance and Hindu pride, organizing self-defence teams to save thousands of innocent lives. He stood as Maa Bharati’s unsung soldier, long erased from popular discourse — until now.

🎬 Visionary Direction by Vivek Agnihotri

Vivek Agnihotri deserves heartfelt praise for his relentless pursuit of truth and commitment to reviving forgotten historical narratives. At a time when Bollywood often shies away from politically sensitive topics, Agnihotri’s work dares to question, provoke, and reveal. The Bengal Files is not just a film — it is a cinematic rebellion against historical amnesia.

Following the success of The Kashmir Files, which exposed the pain of Kashmiri Pandits, Agnihotri now brings forth the pain, pride, and resistance of Bengali Hindus who suffered brutal religious persecution during Partition-era communal riots. This film is expected to spark conversations that go beyond cinema — touching upon identity, history, and justice.

🌟 A Stellar Ensemble Cast

To breathe life into this poignant narrative, Agnihotri has assembled an impressive and powerful cast:

• Palomi Ghosh plays a central character, anchoring the emotional journey of the film.

• Anupam Kher portrays Mahatma Gandhi, potentially offering a complex perspective on the political decisions surrounding the riots.

• Pallavi Joshi, known for her impactful performances in Agnihotri’s previous films, returns as Maa Bharati, the soul of the nation.

• Mithun Chakraborty delivers another hard-hitting performance as Madman Chatur, likely a symbolic character embodying chaotic times.

• Babbu Maan, Bodhisattva Sharma, Namashi Chakraborty, Govind Namdev, Divya Palat, Mohan Kapur, Anubha Arora, Satwant Kaur, and Ankit Bisht form the strong supporting cast.

• Puneet Issar plays Rajnath, a character that may represent strong nationalist ideals.

Each actor brings gravitas and depth, turning The Bengal Files into more than a historical retelling — it becomes a mosaic of India’s fractured past and the fierce loyalty of those who fought to heal it.

🕯️ A Wake-Up Call for Every Indian

The Bengal Files is not just a film — it’s a wake-up call for every Indian, especially Bengali Hindus, to remember the sacrifices of their ancestors, the blood-stained history of Direct Action Day, and the real heroes like Gopal Patha who dared to stand up when the world turned its back.

Vivek Agnihotri once again proves himself as a filmmaker with a mission, not just a camera. His work brings to light the suppressed stories that mainstream narratives avoid — and in doing so, he becomes a torchbearer of cultural remembrance.

Mark the date: 5th September 2025 — when The Bengal Files hits theatres and history will roar again.