Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Gopal Mukherjee's Grandson Disputes "The Bengal Files" Portrayal
The grandson of Gopal Mukherjee, a man featured in the film "The Bengal Files," says the movie is wrong in its depiction of his grandfather.
He claims Gopal Mukherjee was not a hater of Muslims, and the family was not asked about the film.
Gopal Mukherjee fought to protect Hindus but also helped Muslim families during the riots.
The grandson has filed a complaint against the film's director, saying the film depicts his grandfather in a negative way.
Shantanu Mukherjee, grandson of Gopal Mukherjee, denies portrayal of his grandfather as a Muslim hater.
Mukherjee's family was not consulted about "The Bengal Files" and learned about it through social media.
Gopal Mukherjee played a key role in defending Hindu neighborhoods during the Direct Action Day communal clashes.
He also protected innocent Muslim families, emphasizing the protection of women and children regardless of religion.
Shantanu Mukherjee filed an FIR against the film's director, Vivek Agnihotri, for misrepresenting his grandfather.
- Who
- Shantanu Mukherjee, Gopal Mukherjee, Vivek Agnihotri, and the cast of "The Bengal Files".
- What
- Shantanu Mukherjee disputes the portrayal of his grandfather in "The Bengal Files".
- When
- The film is slated to release on September 5.
- Where
- Kolkata, in relation to the events of Direct Action Day.
- Why
- Shantanu Mukherjee believes the film inaccurately portrays his grandfather.
Shantanu Mukherjee's Perspective
Vivek Agnihotri's Perspective
Character Portrayal
Shantanu Mukherjee's Perspective
Gopal Mukherjee was not a Muslim hater.
Vivek Agnihotri's Perspective
The film portrays him in a negative light.
Consultation
Shantanu Mukherjee's Perspective
The family was not consulted about the film.
Vivek Agnihotri's Perspective
The director's viewpoint.
- Film Title
- The Bengal Files
- Subject
- Gopal Mukherjee
- Gopal Mukherjee's Role
- Defense of Hindu neighborhoods during Direct Action Day
- Family's Reaction
- Objected to portrayal and lack of consultation
- Release Date
- September 5
- Grandson's Action
- Filed an FIR against the director
Sources
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