Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Devi Chowdhurani: Film of India's First Woman Freedom Fighter
Imagine a movie about a brave woman who fought for her freedom in India a long time ago.
This film, called "Devi Chowdhurani," is based on a classic story.
It's about a woman who stood up against people who were trying to control her country.
The film also shows a monk named Bhavani Pathak, who helps her fight.
This film is special because it's a collaboration between India and the United Kingdom.
It highlights a story of a woman who fought against an empire, and a culture that stood strong.
The film "Devi Chowdhurani" is an Indo-UK co-production.
It is directed by Subhrajit Mitra and stars Prosenjit and Srabanti.
The movie is based on a novel by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.
It portrays India’s first woman freedom fighter during the Sannyasi-Fakir Rebellion.
The film was announced as the first Indo-UK co-production feature by India’s Ministry of Culture at WAVES 2025.
- Who
- The film stars Prosenjit Chatterjee and Srabanti Chatterjee
- What
- A historical epic film titled "Devi Chowdhurani", adapted from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's novel.
- When
- Set during the 18th-century Sannyasi-Fakir Rebellion
- Where
- Bengal, India
- Why
- The film aims to portray India’s first woman freedom fighter and reclaim forgotten heroes.
- Film Title
- "Devi Chowdhurani"
- Director
- Subhrajit Mitra
- Based on
- Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s novel
- Starring
- Prosenjit and Srabanti
- Setting
- 18th-century Bengal
- Genre
- Historical Epic
- Co-production
- Indo-UK