Cannes, France – In a proud moment for Indian cinema on the global stage, the official poster of the gritty urban drama Chindi Pakad was unveiled at the Indian Pavilion during the 78th Cannes Film Festival. The event was graced by celebrated veteran actors Boman Irani and Makarand Deshpande, adding star power to a film that promises to challenge conventions and ignite conversations.
The launch, hosted by Shristi Creation Film Productions in association with national award-winning actress Rituparna Sengupta, drew widespread media attention for its bold thematic focus and visually arresting design. The title of the film itself—Chindi Pakad—is stylized with a green bottle replacing the letter “I”, serving as a stark metaphor for themes of addiction, marginalization, and urban struggle that the film seeks to portray.
Speaking at the event, Boman Irani expressed admiration for the courage and creativity behind the project.
“It’s inspiring to see filmmakers push the envelope and bring untold stories to light. Chindi Pakad is one such bold cinematic journey, and I’m honored to be part of this launch at Cannes,” he said.
Acclaimed actor Makarand Deshpande, known for his intense and nuanced performances, echoed the sentiment.
“The rawness and realism reflected in the poster instantly drew me in. Films like these give voice to the marginalized and offer a powerful mirror to society,” he remarked.
The film is both written and directed by Prasenjit Chakraborty, who is also the producer. Known in artistic circles as Priyam, Chakraborty described the project as a passion piece:
“Chindi Pakad is not just a film—it’s a voice from the streets, a story that demands to be heard. Launching the poster at Cannes, with stalwarts like Boman Irani and Makarand Deshpande, gives the film the global platform it deserves.”
The project is co-produced by United Colours Entertainment and Surendra Chourasiya, with Scriptworld Entertainment as the creative producer. The film is set to offer a compelling narrative, grounded in realism and charged with emotional depth.
With its powerful premise, symbolic poster, and strong creative backing, Chindi Pakad is poised to make waves both in India and internationally.
Trailer and release date announcements are expected soon.
