Sudipto Sen's Charak to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival after receiving rave reviews at Berlin Film Festival

Sudipto Sen's Charak will be screened at the Cannes

Sudipto Sen, known for the box office blockbuster film, The Kerala Story, recently made a debut as a producer under his banner, Sipping Tea Cinemas, with folklore horror film Charak.

The film was initially premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival and received rave reviews from the critics. However, following the triumph in Berlin, Charak is now headed to be screened at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival.

Charak has become one of the most-anticipated film of 2025 with the critics pouring positive reviews. While some found the film compelling, thought-provoking, and thrilling, other critics complimented the vision of Sudipto Sen, which reflects his deep knowledge of the subject and his connection with Indian narratives.

Vikram Malhotra, the CEO of Abundantia Entertainment, said, “Compelling. Thought-provoking. Thrilling. Charak stays with you long after the end credits roll. Well-crafted and deeply impactful…”

Meanwhile, Yael Kaufman from Neon Rated production house wrote, “it is an interesting premise and trailer.”

“The trailer looks so great,” shared Focus Features’ Kiska Higgs.

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Charak is directed by Shieladitya Moulik and penned by Sanjay Halder. The film is produced by Sudipto Sen under the banners of Sipping Tea Cinemas and Sudipto Sen Productions.

The film Charak explores the intense and dark Charak Puja ritual in parts of Bengal, highlighting how certain acts done in the name of devotion can cross into inhumane territory.

The film aims to spark a discussion on blind faith, inherited trauma, and the cost of silence in deeply patriarchal societies.