Alternative Entertainment

ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: MEMORIES OF A MRINAL SEN…WATCHER

On his 6th death anniversary on Dec 30th, Monojit Lahiri pays tribute to the memory of India’s globally acclaimed Parallel Cinema champion and attempts to explore what m...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: TOPSHE FOREVER

On the fiftieth anniversary of Sonar Kella, Siddhartha Chatterjee Reflects on Topshe, Satyajit Ray, and Life Beyond Cinema in this interview with Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri and So...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: ILLUMINATING CINEMA 2024

Exploring the art, narratives of cinema celebrated by The Daily Eye, showcasing alternative cinema, legacies and impactful storytelling that challenged conventions and enriche...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: A CINEMATIC CLASSIC REBORN

Experience the timeless magic of Sringaram - Dance of Love, a National Award-winning Tamil classic reimagined in 4K, celebrating India’s cultural heritage with stunning ...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: THE MUSICALITY OF NARRATIVE FILM

"Exploring the harmony between emotions and cinema, where musicality takes precedence over craftsmanship, transforming films into authentic, heartfelt expressions that connect...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: A TALE OF TWO VINAY SHUKLAS

Vinta Nanda finds out about the artistry of two Vinay Shuklas, independent filmmakers with distinct voices – one Bollywood icon and the other documentary disruptor &ndas...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: RIEFENSTAHL REFLECTS MODERN PROPAGANDA

The documentary ‘Riefenstahl’ forces us to confront the haunting intersection of media, propaganda, and complicity in shaping authoritarian narratives—and it...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: AMA’S DANCE AND BEYOND

Ama Nethmi, the rising star of Sri Lankan dance, discusses her mesmerizing performance in Tharindu Ramanayaka's short film "This is not a Pearl" and her journey from Kathak to...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: THE FILMMAKER, THE ETERNAL SEEKER

As it completes a 50-day run, Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri looks at Srijit Mukherji’s Padatik and how it stands out in the barren landscape of Indian biopics. Padatik, masterf...

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ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: REVISITING A REEL MOTHER

Kaviyoor Ponnamma’s nuanced portrayals of motherhood reflected the complex realities of Kerala's changing society, going beyond stereotypical maternal roles to reveal de...

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A STORY BURIED BENEATH PARTITION'S ASHES

Arnab Banerjee examines Imtiaz Ali's Main Vaapas Aaunga, a poignant Partition-era drama ...

June 14 2026

OF SHARED DESTINIES AND FRACTURED BONDS

Film critic Saibal Chatterjee reviews Pritha Chakraborty's Phera, a deeply moving father...

June 14 2026

ANAND HI ANAND: PRESERVING CINEMA LEGACY

Writer and theatre practitioner Sohaila Kapur reflects on the creation and success of An...

June 13 2026