Ahalya | Sujoy Ghosh, Radhika Apte, Bengali Short Film | Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films

#Ahalya Suspense, seduction, deceit. A perfect #short that makes you want to hold on to your seat. An epic retold in a modern #fashion. Watch this #shortfilm nail-biting thriller starring the legendary #soumitrachatterjee #radhikaapte #totaroychowdhury #ayushmanmitra directed by #sujoyghosh. #TheSelectOnes

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Prepare to be spellbound by the enigmatic tale of "Ahalya," a mesmerizing #Bengalishortfilm with subtitles that weaves together elements of #mystery, #intrigue, and #mythology. Directed by acclaimed #filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh, "Ahalya" stars the versatile Radhika Apte in the titular role, alongside a stellar ensemble cast including Soumitra Chatterjee, Tota Roy Chowdhury, and Ayushman Mitra.

In this gripping narrative, Radhika Apte delivers a captivating performance as Ahalya, a #woman whose life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with a mysterious stranger. Set against the backdrop of a quaint #Bengali town, the #film unfolds with an air of suspense, keeping #audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish.

"Ahalya" isn't just a short film; it's a #masterclass in #storytelling, with a narrative that seamlessly blends elements of mythology with a contemporary twist. As the layers of deception and intrigue are peeled away, viewers are drawn into a world where nothing is as it seems, and every character harbors secrets of their own.

For fans of #RadhikaApte and lovers of cinematic excellence, "Ahalya" offers a rare opportunity to witness the actress's talent in a role that is both challenging and compelling. Supported by an ensemble cast that includes some of #Bengalicinema's finest #talents, Radhika Apte brings Ahalya's #story to life with grace and nuance.

13:37 Ahalya
13:40 Soumitra Chatterjee
13:42 Radhika Apte
13:44 Tota Roy Chowdhury
13:57 Story, Screenplay & Direction Sujoy Ghosh

Whether you're drawn to #stories of mystery or simply appreciate finely crafted #filmmaking, "Ahalya" is sure to leave a lasting impression. Don't miss out on the chance to experience this riveting tale of deception and intrigue. #BarrelSelectShorts

🎬 Director: #SujoyGhosh
🎞️ Film Cast: #RadhikaApte #SoumitraChatterjee #TotaRoyChowdhury #AyushmanMitra

Watch "Ahalya" now and immerse yourself in a world where myth and reality collide, with consequences that are as unexpected as they are unforgettable.

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[smriti]

In mythology, ahalya was turned into stone by rishi gautam when she didn't did any mistake. It was indra who disguised himself as her husband. But she has to bear her husband's fury. Now, it's time to correct it. Ahalya is not at fault, it is men who should be punished. That's what shown in this video.

[priyankapacharne]

Just amazing!! I have read the mythological story about the panchkanya, amongst which "Ahalya" is the first. In that story, Indra disguises as Ahalya's husband and gets physical with her. When the real real husband appears, he curses Ahalya of infidelity and she turns into a rock.
In this story, the lustful Indra is turned into a statue and Ahalya alongwith her husband punish every man who tries looses control over his desire.

[ParvathyKapoor]

In the Ramayana, when Indra comes to Ahalya dressed as his husband and makes love to her, Ahalya, even being innocent was punished by her husband, Rishi Gautam for infedility and was turned into stone.
And here, Radhika Apte in the role of Ahalya tried to take revenge from any man who tries to take advantage of her by turning them into stone. The main catch is, had if Inspector Indra not went back to take advantage of Ahalya, deceived as her husband, he would have been saved and not turned into stone. So every man who falls in the trap turns into stone.

[shipra]

There is one more detail in this film. In the beginning the old man says have u read Ramayana? This was kind of a warning that what happened with Ahalya in Ramayana could happen with him.

[singingbuddha]

Yes sir, you really were one of the best artists in the world. It's a great loss, and you will be gravely missed. RIP Soumitra Chatterjee.

[OGltg]

I have fallen for this actress. She seems like a really relatable and “real” type of person. I’ve come to notice that she isn’t afraid of taking on roles that are risqué or don’t paint her as the beautiful, innocent damsel in distress. In regards to this short film, I really enjoyed the storyline. What a twist!! All the actors did such a great job. Kudos to the film and directing crew. 9/10 rating

[Sureshmoorjani]

Just a little guidance and assistance to those who didn't get the objective of the story and didn't understand what Sujoy tried to convey. 
In the Ramayana, when Indra comes to Ahalya dressed as his husband and makes love to her, Ahalya, even being innocent was punished by her husband, Rishi Gautam for infidelity and was turned into stone.
And here, Radhika Apte in the role of Ahalya tried to take revenge from any man who tries to take advantage of her by turning them into stone. The main catch is, had if Inspector Indra not went back to take advantage of Ahalya, deceived as her husband, he would have been saved and not turned into stone. So every man who falls in the trap turns into stone.

[anilkumarsinha]

Drinking on duty is "no" but falling for another's wife "ok" ? 😂😂

[victormisha]

Lessons learned:
1) 14 minutes can be more effective than 140 !
2) Don't sleep with another man's wife
3) Don't be Rambo and investigate in group

[sanketrajawat]

I see 2 story endings in this : it is upto the viewer's imagination :
1. Ahalya already knows that the person who comes to her is not her husband and the other person, she uses him for her physical desires and then gets her turned into stone so that it remains a secret ( 7 statues are shown in the end ), that is why in the end she says " you don't be naughty like others ", in this version Husband doesn't know anything.
2. Ahalya doesn't know that the person who comes upstairs is not her husband, since his physical appearance has changed that is why she says " why did you lie that you are not good in Bed ", Ahalya's husband is aware of the fact that he can not satisfy her but he doesn't want her to leave him and that is why he keeps on sending different men to her wife, once she gets satisfied, he turns them into the stone so that the secret remains hidden.

Either way the story is awesome, In treta yug it was Ahalya (woman) who was punished for the lust of Lord Indra ( a Man) , here she is taking the revenge by turning the men into stone for their Lust

[majidqureshi]

Hence proved: bulati hai mager jaaneka nai 😜
Thanks for likes wasn't expecting.

[souravpal]

Wow! And the falling of a doll when a newcomers come to house is to send message not to fall into the lust.. Greaaat. Now it make sense.

[FuelinVeins]

After watching these collection of short stories i have no reason to watch movies of 200 mins..

[tirshabiswas]

radhika apte had done a great job by speaking in bengali to give a amazing feel in this short flim

[arnabdasgupta]

This short film has left my mind bursting with ideas and clinging thoughts while the movie remains a complex layer of metaphors and inner meaings. Perhaps this can be made a little bit clear if i dare compare the story with the original mythological one.

Dev Raj Indra, the King of Gods was once lusted by Sage Gautama's wife who was the daughter of Brahma. She was so beautifull that the gods themselves could'nt resist. Indra disguised as the sage Gautama visited her ashram when maharishi was out bathing. He offered himself to Ahalya and asked her for her love.Ahalya although sensed the celestial scent of Indra and saw through the apparation, still proceeded. Now this part of Ahalya's knowing is still in darkness as different text slightly differ in this context.
After the act, Indra on his way out was caught by the maharishi. The maharishi realising what has happened cursed Indra to have 1000 female vulvae on his body and turned Ahalya to a stone only to be freed by the tough of Lord Ram. Indra lost his title was discarded from heaven and went into hiding in the mortal world. Later these vulvae on his body was transformed into thousand eyes and henceforth was known as thousand eye god.

The story in mythology hightlights that how powerfull and righteous beings like the Devas can sometimes be intimidated and overpowered by the senses.So does the movie. Indra Sen's trapped in a doll may symbolises the trapping of a great soul in the human body. A body within the restriction of senses and hence sufferings. The take away of freedom of the police officer from livelyhood to a stagnant, immovable statue can be interpreted as the loss of Indra's kingship and delicacies of Heaven and hiding in the mortal world which is full of bondage and misery. The diminishing of consciousness, the overpowering guilt and the unbearable pain to realize that we are tied by our senses can be highlighted as the theme of both stories.Finally the moral being that we are the servant of our senses.We are controlled by it, moulded by it, constructed by it, acted and reacted by it. The senses sometimes may become stroger than the gods in ourselves and hence we give in to them, eluding rightousness. The only way to break free from this body of dolls and wax is to rise above our five senses.

[museguitar]

Man these short films are beyond fantastic! I'm so happy to have discovered this channel!

[monoswini]

Its not ahalya... Its her hubby.. Mr. Sadhu
Very interestingly director has used d mythological injustice.
Here... All d men took d advantage of ahalya in disguise... Like indra did in ramayana... But what everyone has mistaken is that was rishi gautama who turned ahalya into a stone.. Here Mr. Sadhu turned inspector indra into a stone.... And dats why ahalya told her hubby is good in bed.. And also Mr. Sadhu told that she is his inspiration.... Here rishi gautama is shown to do justice...
That is my point of view

[namratasinharay]

I ABSOLUTELY ADORED THIS MODERN TAKE ON THE SAD TALE OF AHALYA. INSTEAD OF AHALYA, IT'S TIME FOR INDRA TO TURN INTO STONE. IT IS TIME FOR MEN TO BE PERSECUTED FOR THEIR WRONG DEEDS. IT IS TIME FOR A CHANGE.

[priyanshusingh]

The main lesson is flirting is not inviting someone to do sexually.

But it's hard for most of men to understand the difference.

[geetraldinha]

I wish this was a 2hours movie. Would like to see how those Little statues fight back for their freedom lol