after a long wait of nearly a decade, the dhumketu trailer brings back the beloved on-screen pair of dev adhikari and subhashree ganguly. bengali cinema fans are experiencing a wave of nostalgia as the trailer was unveiled, showcasing a story that blends emotional drama with suspense and action.
the film reunites the duo after twelve years—their previous collaboration was khokha 420—setting off a frenzy among audiences . the teaser dropped on june 22 and opens with haunting visuals of dev in a dramatic avatar, including prosthetic makeup that appears to portray an 82-year-old man, signaling a departure from his usual image .
the trailer introduces dev’s character, bhanu singha or indranath khasnobis, who may also be seen as a soldier or a man with a hidden mission. immersive visuals show rigorous training, fleeting action scenes, and hints of romance with subhashree as rupa. the narrative hints at a clash of private loss and public purpose .
a powerful monologue adds emotional weight: “i’ve been on the run for the last nine years. for no fault of mine, death is driving me homeless. i am not afraid of death anymore.” this dialogue deepens the intrigue and suggests a layered storyline of sacrifice and resolve .
the teaser quickly became a talking point. millennium post called the reunion a “celebration for fans,” noting that dev and subhashree had once defined an era of on-screen chemistry that still resonates with bengali movie-goers . sangbad pratidin praised the teaser’s blend of romance and mystery, with viewers excited by dev’s transformation and the ominous narrative beats .
the film’s troubled journey has only heightened the excitement. shot in 2016, the release was delayed for years due to legal disputes and production conflicts between producers dev and rana sarkar . now cleared for release, dhumketu is set to hit theatres worldwide on 14 august 2025, just before independence day . its arrival coincides with major blockbusters like war 2 and coolie, setting the stage for an intense box-office clash .
fans also celebrated the real-life reunion. after 4444 days, dev and subhashree appeared together on stage at the trailer launch, recreating a fun moment from their iconic film challenge. subhashree teased, “amar shonge friendship korbe?” to which dev replied, “keno?”—a moment that sent the audience into uproar and confirmed the enduring appeal of their pairing .
overall, dhumketu promises a mature and emotionally charged narrative anchored by the much-missed pairing of dev and subhashree. the trailer holds the promise of a film with both heart and suspense—one that could redefine expectations for mainstream bengali cinema while appealing to long-time fans and new audiences alike.
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