Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Bengali Film 'Ajoli-Kajoli' at New York Fest
A short film called 'Ajoli-Kajoli' from Bengal is going to be shown at a big film festival in New York.
The film is about two siblings who dance on the streets to help their family.
They want to go to school but have to work instead.
The film shows how hard it is for them but also how they keep hoping for a better future.
The director wants people to understand how important education is and how children can be strong even when life is tough.
Bengali short film 'Ajoli-Kajoli' selected for New York Global Short Film Fest.
Directed by Swarnayu Maitra, set in rural Bengal.
Explores themes of poverty, child labour, and the importance of education.
Stars Sreya Bhattacharya and child actors Arnavi Chakraborty, Ishan Paul, Aushi Chakraborty.
Music composed by Megh Banerjee, screening on August 8, 2026.
- Who
- Director Swarnayu Maitra and cast including Sreya Bhattacharya, Arnavi Chakraborty, Ishan Paul, Aushi Chakraborty
- What
- Bengali short film 'Ajoli-Kajoli' selected for New York Global Short Film Fest
- When
- Screening on August 8, 2026
- Where
- New York Global Short Film Fest
- Why
- To highlight themes of poverty, child labour, and the importance of education
Cultural Preservation
Modern Education
Cultural Heritage
Cultural Preservation
The film highlights the importance of preserving traditional folk dances like Ajoli-Kajoli as a cultural heritage.
Modern Education
The film emphasizes the need for modern education to uplift children from poverty and provide them with better opportunities.
- Director
- Swarnayu Maitra
- Screening Date
- August 8, 2026
- Main Cast
- Sreya Bhattacharya, Arnavi Chakraborty, Ishan Paul, Aushi Chakraborty
- Music Composer
- Megh Banerjee
- Setting
- Rural Bengal
- Themes
- Poverty, Child Labour, Education