Ritwik Ghatak Retrospective in London with 4K Restorations
Originally published Jun 2, 2026
By Naman Ramachandran · Variety
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Key points
- 4K restorations of Ritwik Ghatak's entire feature filmography are now complete.
- A month-long retrospective of Ghatak's work will be held at BFI Southbank in London.
- The event runs through June, marking 100 years since the director's birth.
- The retrospective is titled 'Revolutionary Cinema: The Passion of […]'.
- Ghatak is celebrated for his bold, socially conscious storytelling in Indian cinema.
India's National Film Development Corporation and National Film Archive of India have completed 4K restorations of all feature films by director Ritwik Ghatak. These restorations will be showcased in a month-long retrospective at BFI Southbank in London, running through June. The event commemorates the centenary of Ghatak's birth and highlights his significant contributions to Indian cinema. The retrospective, titled 'Revolutionary Cinema: The Passion of […]', aims to celebrate the director's legacy and artistic vision. Ghatak is widely regarded as one of India's most influential filmmakers, known for his bold and socially conscious storytelling.
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