Bijoyar Pore (Autumn Flies) is a 2024 Indian Bengali-language psychological drama film directed by Abhijit SriDas and produced by Sujit Raha under the banner of SR Jupiter Motion Pictures.[1]
The film features an ensemble cast including Mamata Shankar, Deepankar De, Swastika Mukherjee, Mir Afsar Ali, Tanika Basu, Rwitobroto Mukherjee, Padmanabha Dasgupta, Bidipta Chakraborty, Animesh Bhaduri, Miska Halim, and Kheya Chaatopadhay. Set against the backdrop of Durga Puja, it explores family, tradition, and reconciliation through the lens of generational conflict.
Plot
After the grandeur of Durga Puja ends, a family returns to its home, burdened by years of silence and unresolved emotional wounds. When an estranged daughter returns and a tragedy unfolds, they are forced to confront long-buried grief. At the center is Alokananda (Mamata Shankar), a quietly resolute mother whose empathy becomes the thread binding the family’s pain and capacity for healing.
Bijoyar Pore was released theatrically in India on 12 January 2024 and ran successfully for six weeks.[2] The film later premiered at several international film festivals and received strong critical acclaim for its emotional storytelling and performances.
Reception
Critics praised Mamata Shankar’s performance as Alokananda, calling it one of her most moving portrayals.[3] The film’s direction and writing by Abhijit SriDas were also highlighted for their emotional nuance and visual storytelling.
20th Third Eye Asian Film Festival – Best Actress Award
Telangana Bengali Film Festival – Five Awards, including Best Director (Abhijit SriDas), Best Actress (Mamata Shankar), Best Supporting Actor (Swastika Mukherjee), and Best Editing (Anirban Maity)
Other official selections: Jagran Film Festival (Mumbai), Indo Padma Bengali Film Festival (Delhi), Bengali Film Festival Dallas, Suchitra Sen International Bengali Film Festival, South Assam Film Festival, NABC 2024 (Chicago), F5 International Film Festival (Kolkata), India International Film Festival of Boston, and Atlanta Indian Film Festival.
Director’s Statement
Durga Puja, more than just a celebration, is a mirror reflecting the joys and silent sorrows of every Bengali household. Through Bijoyar Pore, I wanted to give voice to those untold stories—the quiet grief, the unspoken words, and the powerful resilience hidden behind traditions. It is a film born from emotion, culture, and memory.
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