Tenida and Co.

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Tenida and Co.
Directed by Sayantan Ghosal
Screenplay bySougata Basu
Dialogues by
  • Sougata Basu
Story by Narayan Gangopadhyay
Based onJhau Bungalowr Rahasya
Starring Kanchan Mullick
Gaurav Chakrabarty
Sabyasachi Chakrabarty
Ridhima Ghosh
CinematographyRamyadip Saha
Edited bySubhajit Singha
Music byMimo
Production
company
Distributed bySurinder Films
Release date
  • 19 May 2023 (2023-05-19)
CountryIndia
Language Bengali

Tenida and Co. is a Bengali adventure comedy film directed by Sayantan Ghosal based on the novel Jhau Bungalowr Rahasya by Narayan Gangopadhyay. [1] [2] This is the third film of Tenida series and Kanchan Mullick is playing the role of main protagonist, Tenida. [3] [4]

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Plot

Tenida and his friends Kyabla, Habul, Pala go for a vacation in Darjeeling. One scientist Satkari Santra asks them for help to protect his valuable formula from a Japani spy Kagamachi. Satkari invites Tenida and his associates in his residence, Jhau Bungalow but Kyabla finds Satkari himself is very misleading person. They try to reveal the mystery behind Satkari's story. [5] [6]

Cast

Reception

Tenida and Co. opened to mixed response from the audience. Ujjainee Roy of The Times of India rated the film 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote " The film has a large number of loopholes in terms of the storytelling and many characters are under utilised. However, a Tenida lover can watch this film in the theatres." [9] Agnivo Niyogi of The Telegraph wrote "The camaraderie and chemistry between the characters is the driving force behind TeniDa and Company. But the film failed to deliver on the nostalgic quotient." [10]

Subhasmita Kanji of Hindustan Times wrote "The scenes throughout the film seemed to be forced one after the other and there was no continuity among the. Overall, the film is a huge disappointment. [11] Bongo Banjo reviewed the film on a positive note saying " "Tenida and Company" is a delightful comedy drama that leaves a lasting impression. With its engaging storyline, stellar performances, and a perfect blend of comedy and drama, the film deserves recognition and appreciation." [12] Shamayita Chakraborty of OTTPlay rated the film 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote " Despite a unengaging first half and weak screenplay, the film is a one-time watch, especially for children." [13]

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References

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  2. ↑ "Tenida And Company review: The second half salvages Kanchan and Gaurav's comedy". OTTPlay. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
  3. ↑ "Kanchan Mullick excited about 'Tenida and Co' - Times of India". The Times of India. 21 May 2019. Retrieved 6 January 2022.
  4. ↑ "Tenida set to make a comeback to silver screen". The Statesman. 4 February 2019. Retrieved 6 January 2022.
  5. ↑ চৌধুরী, মধুমন্তী পৈত. "ফেসবুকের যুগে টেনিদার প্রত্যাবর্তন". www.anandabazar.com (in Bengali). Retrieved 9 February 2022.
  6. ↑ "Tenida And Company Movie Review : A wake-up-call for literary reboot makers". The Times of India. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 22 May 2023.
  7. ↑ "Chinmoyda iconised Tenida. Stepping into his shoes is a huge responsibility: Kanchan Mullick - Times of India". The Times of India. 18 March 2019. Retrieved 9 February 2022.
  8. ↑ "Kanchan looking forward to his 'Tenida' act". The Times of India. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 26 April 2023.
  9. ↑ "Tenida And Company".
  10. ↑ "Sayantan Ghosal's TeniDa and Company is a modern take that focuses more on Kyabla than TeniDa".
  11. ↑ "Tenida And Company Review".
  12. ↑ "Tenida and Company Bengali Movie Review!".
  13. ↑ "Tenida And Company review: The second half salvages Kanchan Mullick and Gaurav Chakrabarty's comedy drama".
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