Bangladeshi Actress roped in to play reel life Surpiya Devi in Srijit's "Chaurangi"

Tollywood recently lost one of their prized gems on 26^th January. A sudden demise of veteran Actress Supriya Devi came as a shock for Tinsel town. 

To pay a tribute to the late actress, Kolkata's film Industry has planned to remake one of Supriva Devi's hit movies. Right after the demise of the "Megha Dhaka Tara" actress KFI (Kolkata Film Industry) announced a remake of her 1968 film "Chaurangi". Cinelovers will be able to cherish the vintage movie on the big screens. The theatres will play "Chaurangi" once again but in a different manner. 

Bangladesh’s popular actress Jaya Ahsan has been roped in to essay the character of Supriya Devi while "Praktan" actor Prosenjit Chatterjee will slip into the shoes of Uttar Kumar. Srijit Mukherjee, who is presently busy with his upcoming film "Uma”, will direct the movie. According to the director, only Prosenjit Chatterjee will be able to do justice to Uttam Kumar's role.

It is first time Jaya Ahsan signed up for a remake. When asked about her feelings about the movie she said, "I am highly honored to reprise the great Supriya Devi on big screen." However, the movie will be set in modern times with a few elements from the book carrying the same title. The captivating novel gained mass popularity right after it was published.

Chaurangi deals with the modern day lifestyle elements of five star hotels; air travels and even the random chance of hospitality business. Srijit, who is quite keen on presenting the movie in front of the audience stated, “I was associated with the hospitality management from early days. Presenting the film will be an achievement for me". He even added during the SVF meet, "I am highly inspired by the novel.  I am happy for the cast and crew". Actor Jissu Sengupta is expected to portray the role of Aninda Pakrashi, (a play boy) in the movie while Malaya Shankar will portray the role of Mrs.Pakrashi. Ace actors Anjan Dutta and Abir "Byomkesh" Chatterjee will play the role of Shankar, the owner of Marco Polo restaurant. "Chaurangi" will be produced under the banner of Srijit's Matchcut Productions Pvt. Limited in collaboration with Shree Venkatesh Films (SVF).