Kolkata is known for the unmistakable warmth it exudes. Kolkata’s old-world charm, beauty, culture and legacy captivate everyone who visits the city. Kolkata provides a welcome respite from the fast-paced and hectic lifestyles of other Indian metropolises.
She is not your average city; she is a joyous city, in fact, the ‘City of Joy’, which has to be experienced and not merely seen! Unlike most other cities, Kolkata is the paramour of stories and their tellers.
She lives in a sepia-toned world of melancholy, music, and memories. She is a cosmopolis who, over nostalgia and a cup of coffee, crafts cosmic connections. She doesn’t hold on to you. And yet, she doesn’t let you go. She is like the first love of your life, something that will forever stay in your life, no matter how hard you try or how far you go. As if the city has its own entity, its allure, which has a strong hold on you.
So, how about you? Have you learned to let go of Kolkata, or does it continue to run in your veins wherever you go?
On June 23rd, 2022, Roadshow Films and Shadow Films in association with Boho Trunk Cafe & Store, launched ‘Ei Shohorer Maya’ – a thoughtful initiative to create a space for storytellers from the city to express their love for Kolkata through tales and stories.
The event was graced by the cast of Shawhorer Ushnotawmo Din-ey namely Vikram Chatterjee, Debopriya Mukherjee and Rahul Dev Bose, Aritra Sen, Director and Co-founder – Roadshow Films and Sujoy Prosad Chatterjee, celebrated interdisciplinary artist & actor and Gaurab Chatterjee from Moheener Ghoraghuli.
Commenting on the thoughtful initiative, director & producer Aritra Sen stated, “We took this initiative to give an opportunity to Kolkatans to share their love with the ‘Tilottoma’. We’ll shortlist and promote the best stories on our social media platforms. Besides, every month, Boho Trunk Cafe & Store will host a storytelling session, where the best stories will be read and applauded.”
“Kolkata is perhaps the only metropolis that isn’t metro-ish. The only city where love and life aren’t completely engulfed by the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life. Probably the only metro in the world where love hasn’t fallen prey to the ‘Tinder or Bumble right and left swipe’ trap. In its sluggish pace, Kolkata thrives in the traditional sense, where love takes its time to brew, adding new flavours with each stir. ‘Ei Shohorer Maya’ is an effort by all of us to allow our patrons to express their affection for the city. It always delights me to host such events at Boho Trunk Cafe & Store, where people love to have a good time, and it was a huge success,” stated Mrs. Akashlina Banerjee, Creative director of Boho Trunk Cafe & Store.
All the guests shared personal anecdotes about how much they adore the city and their reasons for not leaving the city!
Actor Rahul Dev Bose said, “This question is asked to me by my friends as well, and in reality, I have asked myself this question countless times. Everyone has, in my opinion, encountered a moment when they contemplated this. I believe the primary cause is quite emotional for everyone, including myself.”
“I consider myself to be what I am now because of this city and its people. I clearly recall that while I was in school, Mr. Indrasish Lahiri, my teacher, noticed that I had acting talent. He also persuaded my parents to give me permission to act. So, Mr. Lahiri is one big part of my growing up and had a significant role in my life. If I had gone anywhere else, I wouldn’t have gotten him. He greatly inspired me,” he further added.
Actor Vikram Chatterjee, who was present at the event, stated, “The entire crew worked on Shawhorer Ushnotawmo Din-ey, in which I play the role of Ritoban. I can identify with the character in many ways because it reflects my life. I lived in Bombay from 2012 to 2015 and was looking for opportunities to work in the Bombay film industry. At the time, I believed Bombay would offer me better prospects and would perhaps bring me fame. I realised there is a warmth and love in your own city, regardless of the possibilities or the recognition I acquire outside. Until and unless people leave the city, no one will comprehend that warmth. Ritoban, the movie’s main character, is no different.”
Would you mind telling us about your love for the ‘Tilottoma’? Mail your 10-12-minute audio story on “Why couldn’t you leave the city” to eishohorermaya@gmail.com with a word document containing the audio’s content attached. Share a true story instead of one that is fictitious since we won’t accept it. Additionally, upload a one-minute, horizontal video with your name and a concise description of why you wanted to share this particular story with us.
In the body of the email, don’t forget to include your address and phone number. The authors of the best stories will be called to the stage at Boho Trunk Cafe & Store to read them aloud. Do not attempt to contact via WhatsApp or Messenger. Send us a video of your song or poem by email if you want to perform it for us. It will be better if you perform as a duo rather than a band in the case of music.
What: Launch of Ei Shohorer Maya – a storytellers forum at Boho Trunk Cafe and store, presented by Roadshow films, Shadow Films and Boho Trunk Cafe & Store.
Where: 38 Indrani Park, Prince Anwar Shah rd. Kolkata, near Jogesh Chandra Law College, Kolkata 700033
Date: June 23rd, 2022
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👉About Boho Trunk Cafe & Store:
Tucked away in one of the quiet alleys of Prince Anwar Shah Road, Boho Trunk Store & Cafe adds to the list of vibrant cafe cum stores in Kolkata. Spread across a sprawling area of over 1000 sq. ft., Boho Trunk Cafe & Store boasts a vibrant and colourful interior while bringing together the best of two worlds – modern and bohemian looks. The boho-chic vibe of the cafe cum store amps up the dining as well as the shopping experience of its patrons.
👉About Roadshow Films:
In the year 2016, three highly skilled and acclaimed individuals created Roadshow Films with the vision of dishing out quality content that would cater to audiences across the globe. Within three years, we have produced a plethora of successful and award-winning projects, including web series, features, branded content and documentaries. Armed with a passion to create and innovate, and with the help of state-of-the-art technology, Roadshow has established itself as a pioneer in the field of entertainment. We have collaborated with various national and international brands and portals to showcase content as part of our quest to put India at the helm of the global entertainment industry.
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