Rahul had been away from Kolkata for so long that the city felt like a dream he had partially forgotten. Having spent years as an architect in Dubai, he returned to find the horizon he once knew replaced by a skeletal forest of cranes and half-finished skyscrapers. He was back to oversee a massive construction project, a "city of the future" being built on the bones of the old world.
The tension begins when Tribhuban, now a wild, almost feral figure, refuses to enter Sonai’s apartment. Instead, he takes up residence in a massive, unfinished construction site nearby – a skeletal skyscraper that has been abandoned. Here, amid the rusted iron rods, wet cement, and stagnant pools of water, he builds a primitive shelter.
Rating: 4.5/5
Impact on Bengali Film Industry: "Chatrak" has made a significant impact on the Bengali film industry, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and cinematic techniques. The movie has inspired a new wave of filmmakers to experiment with fresh themes and ideas. The success of "Chatrak" has also paved the way for more Bengali films to gain recognition at national and international platforms.