Priyanka Chopra applauds Sharmila Tagore’s return in Bengali cinema with ‘Puratawn’

Priyanka Chopra praises ‘Puratawn’

Global icon Priyanka Chopra took to Instagram to show her support for Puratawn – The Ancient, a Bengali film marking the return of legendary actress Sharmila Tagore to Bengali cinema after 14 long years. Sharing a snippet from the film’s trailer on her story, Priyanka praised the heartfelt narrative, writing, “Stories like this one…” followed by a clapping emoji — a subtle but powerful acknowledgment of the film’s emotional depth.

Puratawn, directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Suman Ghosh, is a moving story about a mother and daughter navigating the painful challenges of aging and memory loss. Sharmila Tagore plays the elderly mother struggling with an age-related illness, while Rituparna Sengupta plays the daughter trying to hold on to the fading pieces of their shared past.

Produced by Bhavna Aaj O Kal and presented by Rituparna Sengupta, the film also stars Indraneil Sengupta and Ekkavali Khanna in prominent roles. The trailer, which was released recently, has already gained attention across social media for its sensitive storytelling, stirring performances, and elegant cinematography. The music for the film is composed by Alokananda Dasgupta, while Ravi Kiran Ayyagari serves as the Director of Photography.

Not just Priyanka, actress Shraddha Kapoor also expressed her appreciation for the film by reposting the trailer with a heartfelt message congratulating the entire team. With such strong endorsements and a stellar cast, Puratawn is already stirring conversations ahead of its release.

The film is set to hit theatres on April 11, and promises to be a deeply emotional journey that reflects on love, loss, and the timeless bond between a parent and child. For audiences who appreciate thought-provoking cinema, Puratawn is shaping up to be a must-watch.