Charak trailer: Sudipto Sen’s film promises to be a frightening look at superstitious rituals
Sudipto Sen-backed folklore thriller Charak: Aastha Ka Mela is about occult rituals. The film aims to explore the ill effects of fundamentalist fanaticism.
Trailer of director Shiladitya Maulik Charak: Fair of faith has been released. It promises to be a folklore-based thriller focusing on the dangers of witchcraft, superstition and extreme rituals, providing a frightening first look. with story of kerala Director Sudipto Sen is backing the film as a producer, which is reportedly about a serious investigation into the deeply rooted superstitions in rural India.
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Set in the atmosphere of Charak Mela, a festival known for its deep religious fervor, the trailer shows a local community gearing up for one last chance to see their long-standing prayers answered.
As the traditional rituals of the festival become more extreme, the story takes a turn towards a much darker and more sinister atmosphere. What begins as a genuine expression of religious faith eventually turns into an unstable and paranoid situation. The imagery portrays a setting where spiritual devotion overtakes passion, highlighting the precarious difference between deep-seated faith and total ruin. Ultimately, the film aims to challenge the consequences of fundamentalist fanaticism rather than attack faith.
Charak: Fair of faith It has been refused Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certification due to some objectionable scenes. In an earlier interview with India Today, Sen had talked about his film exploring the frustrating experience, and highlighted the need for a clear demarcation between faith and blind faith.
He said, “As an artiste, I am very careful about bringing a story to light without compromising cinematic values, and Charak It is exactly the same. This is a very important story because it shows you the difference, that thin line, between belief, faith, and your understanding and education. It shows you where to stop when filtering things through your faith and science.”
the film Dhaval is produced by Jayantilal Gada and Sipping Tea Cinemas in association with Sudipto Sen Productions, with Rajesh Bhatt serving as associate producer. The film is based on a short story by Sanjay Halder, with the screenplay and dialogues written by Farooq Malik.
Charak: Fair of faith Set for theatrical release on March 6, 2026.
