Archive · 18 Aug 2025
'The Bengal Files' Actor on Facts: 'Not My Job'
Actor Saswata Chatterjee, from the upcoming movie 'The Bengal Files', says he just acts, not judging the movie's history accuracy.
He liked his bad guy character.
The movie was originally called 'Delhi Files'.
The trailer launch faced issues in Kolkata, with claims of political pressure.
The movie is coming out on September 5, 2025.
Saswata Chatterjee, an actor in 'The Bengal Files', said he is not a historian and doesn't assess historical accuracy.
Chatterjee stated his role was a villainous character, and he appreciated the opportunity.
The film was titled 'Delhi Files' during shooting but later changed to 'The Bengal Files'.
The trailer launch in Kolkata was allegedly cancelled due to political pressure, shifting to a hotel venue.
The film is set to release in theaters on September 5, 2025.
- Who
- Saswata Chatterjee, the director of 'The Bengal Files', and authorities involved in the trailer launch.
- What
- Actor Saswata Chatterjee's statements about his role in 'The Bengal Files' and the film's controversies.
- When
- During an interview, following the trailer launch controversy.
- Where
- Kolkata and at the trailer launch.
- Why
- To clarify his perspective amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the film's content and the launch event.
Saswata Chatterjee's Perspective
Public and Critics
Main Point
Saswata Chatterjee's Perspective
Focuses on acting and character, not historical accuracy.
Public and Critics
Concerns about historical accuracy or distortions.
- Film Title
- The Bengal Files
- Actor
- Saswata Chatterjee
- Release Date
- September 5, 2025
- Original Title
- Delhi Files
Sources
The Bengal Files trailer halt ignites row over permit, political blame game erupts - Telegraph India
Promo launch of ‘The Bengal Files’ disrupted
Bengal Files trailer screening STOPPED in Kolkata midway; director Vivek Agnihotri alleges...; says 'who fears truth...'
The Bengal Files: Director Vivek Agnihotri had no permission for trailer launch in Kolkata, says police insider
