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Indo-American film ‘Chheledhora’ blends family drama and suspense
The Bengali-language film blends suspense and dark humour around a divorced mother who impulsively steals her daughter.
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Rwittika Chakraborty
- Sat, 28, Feb 2026
- 01:34 EST
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Indian actress Swastika Mukherjee will star in the lead role. / Instagram/@swastikamukherjee13
An Indo-American co-production titled 'Chhele dhora', a Bengali-language thriller blending family drama, suspense, and dark humour, is set to go on floors Mar. 1 in Arunachal Pradesh’s Itanagar and Ziro Valley.
The production marks an Indo-U.S. collaboration, co-produced by Mumbai’s Handyyman and the U.S.–India company Sita22 Films. It also features international talent behind the camera, including Italian cinematographer Vincenzo Condorelli.
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Written and directed by Shieladitya Moulik, the film revolves around a morally complex female protagonist — a divorced mother who impulsively decides to steal her daughter for a birthday celebration, only to later find that the child has actually been abducted. She opts for the most unconventional approach to remedy the situation, leading to a life-altering journey that reflects on self-absorbed parents forced to confront their shortcomings as caretakers.
Indian actress Swastika Mukherjee will star in the lead role of Brishti. Known for her performances in 'Qala', 'Paatal Lok', and 'Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!', Mukherjee is set to headline the project.
With its blend of rooted regional storytelling and universal emotional themes, 'Chheledhora' is being positioned for the international festival circuit following completion, reflecting a growing trend in Indian cinema toward cross-border creative partnerships.
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