Producer Jitendra Narayan Singh Condemns Kolkata Cinema Owners for Refusing to Screen “The Diary of West Bengal”

Producer Jitendra Narayan Singh Condemns Kolkata Cinema Owners for Refusing to Screen The Diary of West Bengal Fearing West Bengal’s Chief Minister, Mamta Banerjee, films releasing on the 30th of August.

Jitendra Narayan Singh, the producer of the much-anticipated film The Diary of West Bengal, has publicly criticized cinema owners in Kolkata for their refusal to screen his film. He alleges that these theatres are succumbing to external pressures, particularly from political forces and West Bengal’s Chief Minister, Mamta Banerjee and are unwilling to showcase a film that delves into sensitive yet pressing issues.

The film, which has already garnered significant attention for its unflinching portrayal of the stark realities surrounding Rohingya refugees, illegal infiltration, and the fiery debate on ‘Love Jihad,’ is set to hit theatres nationwide. However, Singh claims that in Kolkata, theatres have declined to show the film, citing fears of severe repercussions from West Bengal’s Chief Minister, Mamta Banerjee. “The Diary of West Bengal” offers a bold narrative that brings to light the challenges faced by the region.

Jitendra Narayan Singh expressed his deep disappointment, stating, “It is disheartening to see that cinema, a platform meant for free expression and the dissemination of truth, is being stifled by political fear. The people of Kolkata deserve to see this film and decide for themselves the weight of its message. By refusing to screen The Diary of West Bengal, these theatre owners are denying their audiences the opportunity to engage with a story that impacts their very lives”

The producer emphasized that the film intends to shed light on critical social issues that have long been ignored or overlooked. He urged the public to stand against such censorship and to seek out the film in other venues or platforms where it will be available.

Despite these challenges, The Diary of West Bengal will be released nationwide on August 30, 2024, and the producer remains committed to ensuring that the film’s message reaches audiences far and wide.