As Bengalis, we have grown up reading Satyajit Ray. Who does not remember the clever, witty, and adventurous detective, Feluda? Or the highly revered Professor Shonku, an eccentric scientist, inventor, explorer, and polyglot? Today, we celebrate one of these characters, Professor Trilokeshwar Shonku, paying a humble tribute to the Bengali maestro that is Satyajit Ray. For many of us, Ray was the entrance to Bengali literature, and the Shonku series — an influential work of science fiction in the Bengali language.
Celebrate the brilliance of one of cinema's most visionary directors with the "Satyajit Ray" poster print. Hailing from India, Ray is universally regarded as a master storyteller, weaving intricate narratives that delve deep into the human psyche. This portrait captures the contemplative gaze of the maestro, a reflection of the depth and complexity found in his films. From "Pather Panchali" to "The Apu Trilogy," his works have inspired filmmakers worldwide and have garnered him unparalleled acclaim. Perfect for cinephiles and lovers of world cinema, this wall art is a tribute to the genius of Ray and his indelible mark on the world of film. The crisp photo captures every nuance of Ray's countenance, making it a poignant piece of art. Place it in your living space or personal study, and let it stand as a constant reminder of the power of cinema and the legacy of this iconic filmmaker.
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Source:indianexpress.com Written by Shivangi Jalan |New Delhi |Published: May 2, 2018 2:42:57 pm Interesting facts about the legendary filmmaker: Satyajit Ray on his 97th Birthday. Legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray would have celebrated his 97th birthday today. The filmmaker not only played a major role in placing India on the global cinematic map but his works continue to inspire a number of acclaimed filmmakers even today. No wonder, acclaimed filmmakers like Christopher Nolan call Ray’s first film Pather Panchali one of the best films in the history of filmmaking. On his 97th birth anniversary, here’s looking at some interesting facts about Satyajit Ray’s life. Fact No. 1. Satyajit Ray belonged to a family of writers. In his early life, Ray was a huge fan of Oriental art. His frequent visits to Ajanta, Ellora and Elephanta caves stimulated his love for Indian art. He had started his career as an illustrator working for different companies. Fact No. 2. He was even assigned the job to design the cover for the children’s version of Pather Panchali, renamed as Aam Antir Bhepu. While illustrating the book, Ray got hugely influenced by the story and even made it the subject of his feature debut. Shots of his illustrations also featured in the film. Fact No. 3. Only after getting introduced to French director Jean Renoir did Ray get especially interested in filmmaking. During his three-month stint in London, Satyajit Ray watched a staggering total of 99 films but among them, Ladri di biciclette (Bicycle Thieves) by Vittorio De Sica had the most profound impact on him. It is said that he walked out of the theatre determined to be a filmmaker. Fact No. 4. Satyajit Ray’s first film Pather Panchali was shot for three years. Also, the film’s cast and crew were all rookies, making the shooting even more difficult. Fact No. 5. Ray even struggled with the film’s funding for a long time as he was determined on not changing any part of the story or perspective to the whims of a producer. The budget was so shoe-string that Ray had to sell a lot of his personal belongings to complete the film. Only after taking a loan from the Bengal government, Ray was able to release the film in 1955. It went on to receive great critical and commercial success, not just in India but also globally. POPULAR PHOTOS UP BTC 4th semester result declared: How to download 2001 Parliament attack: Political leaders pay homage to those who lost their lives Nature’s glory: Shimla gets first snowfall of the season Fact No. 6. For Aparajito, the second film of the Apu trilogy, much of the story is drawn from Satyajit Ray’s own experiences. For instance, Apu going to Calcutta and finding lodging with a printer echoes the young Satyajit Ray living above his grandfather’s printing press. Fact No. 7. Ray was also able to launch two industry stalwarts with his final Apu film, Apur Sansar. While Soumitra Chatterjee who played the grown-up Apu collaborated with Ray in almost every film he directed, Apu’s bride Aparna was played by the 14-year-old Sharmila Tagore. Fact No. 8. After the famous Apu Trilogy, Satyajit Ray experimented with genres. He also went on to make films on the British Raj period, various documentaries including one on Rabindranath Tagore and even comedies like Mahapurush. His major films in this period include Charulata, Devi and Sandesh. Fact No. 9. This might come as a shock to many but Ray had accused Steven Spielberg of borrowing the basic idea from his unrealised sci-fi film The Alien for his E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. He went on record and said, “At least two of the Spielberg-Lucas films, Close Encounters of the Third Kind and ET, would not have been possible without my script of The Alien being available throughout America in mimeographed copies. Some days back Arthur Clark telephoned me from London, saying that I should file a copyright case and should not take it lying down.” Fact No. 10. Satyajit Ray even delved into the genres of fantasy, science fiction, detective dramas and historical dramas in his later years. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences awarded him an Honorary Academy Award in 1992. On April 23 in the same year, Ray breathed his last but his brilliant legacy sure lives on.
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Cover-design for Pramada Ranjan Ray's "BON'er KHOBOR"(news frm the Forest) by Ray. Ray's costume-design for d character of 'Sobha-Kobi'(Court poet) fr HIRAK RAJAR DESHE. Costume designs for the ministers in the court of HIROK RAJA.. Designed by Ray. Ray with Kishore Kumar and Amit Kumar. Kishore Kumar's first wife, Mrs Ruma Guha Thakurtha was Ray's niece. Kishore shared a warm relationship with Ray and used to call him 'Manik Mama'. He sang in Ray's "CHARULATA" for the first time..a Tagore song(Ami chini go chini). Then Kishore's voice was again heard in Ray's GHARE BAIRE in 1984. This time he sang three songs..two of Tagore's and the other of Jyotirindranath's. This picture shows Ray..wid his 6ft 4" height..removing the idol of Lord Ganesha from the entrance of the house in Lucknow..to make the house appear as a Muslim residence..for SHATRANJ KE KHILADI..(1977) Ray's cover-design for Jibananada Das's "BONOLATA SEN". Cover design for SANDESH..by Ray. The above issue was the 25th anniversary special number..published in May 1986 Unused title-card for JOY BABA FELUNATH. Jst c d artistic excellence..at a glance..it seems to be written in Hindi..bt the actual thing is dat Ray used the Devanagari script to write the titles in Bengali. Cover-design by Ray for Abanindranath Tagore's autobiography in Bengali "Apon Kotha"..published by Signet Press Ray's cover-design for Jibananada Das's "RUPOSI BANGLA". Cover design for SANDESH..by Ray. For this issue..Ray also drew comics for the first time..!! The colourful world of Ray..fascinates us even today.. Let us spread this colourful works through this group.. HAPPY HOLI..!! The title-card of KANCHENJUNGA..designed by Ray. Ray, arriving at the busy Howrah station to shoot the train-arrival scene for his swansong "Agantuk". A page from the shooting-script of "Sonar Kella"...the jottings explain the camel-scene of the Three Musketeers(Felu, Lalmohan n Topshe)..!! Costume designs by Ray for HIROK RAJAR DESHE. The two men who created the Song of the Little Road. Another advertisement..designed by Ray..when he worked as a graphic-designer at D.J.Keymer, a British ad-agency..during pre-Pather Panchali period. The notation sheet of "DEKHO RE NOYON MELE.." from GUGABABA. Notation sheet by Ray fr "Bhuter Raja Dilo Bor" frm GUGABABA. Shooting schedule for AGANTUK..designed by Ray. Notation sheet by Ray fr "Moharaja Tomare Selam" frm GUGABABA Feluda is havin a make-over in d hands of d director!! Ray..in d role of an idol-maker..fr JOY BABA FELUNATH. Ray..explaining a scene from "Laksham'er Shaktishel" to Soumitra Chatterjee during the shooting of "SUKUMAR RAY"(1987). Chatterjee enacted the role of Lord Rama in the play..while actor Chiranjeet played Lakshman. One of the few ad-designs by Ray when he worked at D.J.Keymer during pre-Pather Panchali period. The first big-screen appearance of Bengal's most famous super-sleuth!! Poster designed by Ray. The first publicity poster of GUGABA..designed by Ray..published in d April 1968 issue of SANDESH.
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Cover-design for Pramada Ranjan Ray's "BON'er KHOBOR"(news frm the Forest) by Ray. Ray's costume-design for d character of 'Sobha-Kobi'(Court poet) fr HIRAK RAJAR DESHE. Costume designs for the ministers in the court of HIROK RAJA.. Designed by Ray. Ray with Kishore Kumar and Amit Kumar. Kishore Kumar's first wife, Mrs Ruma Guha Thakurtha was Ray's niece. Kishore shared a warm relationship with Ray and used to call him 'Manik Mama'. He sang in Ray's "CHARULATA" for the first time..a Tagore song(Ami chini go chini). Then Kishore's voice was again heard in Ray's GHARE BAIRE in 1984. This time he sang three songs..two of Tagore's and the other of Jyotirindranath's. This picture shows Ray..wid his 6ft 4" height..removing the idol of Lord Ganesha from the entrance of the house in Lucknow..to make the house appear as a Muslim residence..for SHATRANJ KE KHILADI..(1977) Ray's cover-design for Jibananada Das's "BONOLATA SEN". Cover design for SANDESH..by Ray. The above issue was the 25th anniversary special number..published in May 1986 Unused title-card for JOY BABA FELUNATH. Jst c d artistic excellence..at a glance..it seems to be written in Hindi..bt the actual thing is dat Ray used the Devanagari script to write the titles in Bengali. Cover-design by Ray for Abanindranath Tagore's autobiography in Bengali "Apon Kotha"..published by Signet Press Ray's cover-design for Jibananada Das's "RUPOSI BANGLA". Cover design for SANDESH..by Ray. For this issue..Ray also drew comics for the first time..!! The colourful world of Ray..fascinates us even today.. Let us spread this colourful works through this group.. HAPPY HOLI..!! The title-card of KANCHENJUNGA..designed by Ray. Ray, arriving at the busy Howrah station to shoot the train-arrival scene for his swansong "Agantuk". A page from the shooting-script of "Sonar Kella"...the jottings explain the camel-scene of the Three Musketeers(Felu, Lalmohan n Topshe)..!! Costume designs by Ray for HIROK RAJAR DESHE. The two men who created the Song of the Little Road. Another advertisement..designed by Ray..when he worked as a graphic-designer at D.J.Keymer, a British ad-agency..during pre-Pather Panchali period. The notation sheet of "DEKHO RE NOYON MELE.." from GUGABABA. Notation sheet by Ray fr "Bhuter Raja Dilo Bor" frm GUGABABA. Shooting schedule for AGANTUK..designed by Ray. Notation sheet by Ray fr "Moharaja Tomare Selam" frm GUGABABA Feluda is havin a make-over in d hands of d director!! Ray..in d role of an idol-maker..fr JOY BABA FELUNATH. Ray..explaining a scene from "Laksham'er Shaktishel" to Soumitra Chatterjee during the shooting of "SUKUMAR RAY"(1987). Chatterjee enacted the role of Lord Rama in the play..while actor Chiranjeet played Lakshman. One of the few ad-designs by Ray when he worked at D.J.Keymer during pre-Pather Panchali period. The first big-screen appearance of Bengal's most famous super-sleuth!! Poster designed by Ray. The first publicity poster of GUGABA..designed by Ray..published in d April 1968 issue of SANDESH.
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