Goutam Ghose's Hindi film
Raahgir
received a warm and enthusiastic reception at the French Film Festival Kolkata, held at the Nandan Theatre which was attended by attended by actorNaseeruddin Shah, director Goutam Ghose, Nicolas Facino, Director of Alliance Française Du Bengale, Didier Talpain, Consul General of France in Kolkata and many other eminent personalities.
Adil Hussain,
Tillotama Shome, and Neeraj Kabi plays a pivotal role in this film.
At the festival,
Raahgir stood out for its poignant portrayal of humanity and compassion in a world that is increasingly inhumane and intolerant. Ghose explained, “Whenever I make something, it comes from a strong urge and a clear purpose.
Raahgir is about humanity and compassion, and I invite you to join us on this cinematic journey in time and space.”
The screening was made even more special with the presence of legendary actor
Naseeruddin Shah, who shared his insights about the film. He drew a comparison between
Raahgir and Ghose’s earlier work
Paar, further amplifying the film's emotional depth and relevance.
Nicholas Facino, Director of Alliance Française du Bengale, praised Goutam Ghose's work, noting, "Goutam Ghose's films carry the salt of Indian storytelling, and
Raahgir is one such gem. We are proud to have celebrated it in this year’s festival."
Raahgir has already made a mark on the international film circuit, having been showcased at prestigious festivals such as Busan International Film Festival, MAMI – Mumbai Film Festival, CinemAsia Film Festival Amsterdam, Kolkata International Film Festival, International Film Festival of Kerala, and Pune International Film Festival.