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Prem Aamar
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| Prem Aamar | |
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 Official poster | |
| Directed by | Raj Chakraborty |
| Written by | Selvaraghavan (Story) Abhimanyu Mukherjee (Screenplay-Dialogues) |
| Produced by | Shree Venkatesh Films |
| Starring | Soham Chakraborty Payel Sarkar |
| Edited by | Rabiranjan Moitra |
| Music by | Jeet Gannguli |
| Distributed by | Cube Digital |
Release date |
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Running time | 145 min |
| Country | India |
| Language | Bengali |
| Budget | ₹ 2.00 Crore |
| Box office | ₹ 9.80 Crore |
Prem Aamar is a 2009 Bengali coming-of-age romantic action drama film directed by Raj Chakraborty. It stars Soham Chakraborty and Payel Sarkar,[1] and was released on 9 October 2009.[2][3] It is a remake of the Tamil-Telugu bilingual blockbuster film 7G Rainbow Colony.
Plot
[edit]Rabi belongs to a lower-middle-class family and lives with his parents and his younger sister in a Railway Quarters Colony. He is seen by the others in the community as a good-for-nothing fellow as he skips classes, fails in exams, gets involved in fights, goes behind girls, and hangs out with friends most of the time. Rabi also thinks that his father hates him and often quarrels with him, even threatening to leave the house once and for all, only to be persuaded not to do so by his mother.
Rabi's life changes when a family comes into their colony below Rabi's house. Ravi finds that the family has a beautiful and educated girl, Riya, and falls for her heavenly beauty and charm, getting attracted to her gradually. Ravi tries to garner her attention but Riya has a poor opinion of him after watching his antics like creating trouble in a cinema and interrupting her performance during a colony get-together.
Riya, who gradually starts falling for Ravi, is warned about the fact that her life would be ruined if she would be with him and she is partially convinced. However, on Rabi's insistence, Riya escapes from her house, but unbeknownst to Ravi, she has planned to marry another man instead of him and refuses Ravi's advances saying that she doesn't love him and only came with him to a guesthouse to let him know of it. Ravi is infuriated and decides to make out with Riya and convince her, and when she refuses, he starts arguing with her and says he wants to be with her.
They continue arguing as they exit the guesthouse. Upon crossing the road, Riya is knocked down by a truck, even as a helpless Rabi watches the horrible accident right before his eyes. Rabi is also hit by a speeding vehicle while running towards the scene. The scene shifts to the hospital where everyone is mourning Riya's demise and a badly wounded Rabi tries to get a glimpse of his lady love even as he is stopped by his friend Kamdev. Rabi goes to the morgue and finds Riya's dead body.
Later, Ravi is shown trying to be unsuccessful in committing suicide, as he survives every time. His last attempt leads to chaos on a busy city road and several people beating him up. He is saved by a small group of nuns and as they try to talk to him, he sees Riya passing by. Riya takes him from those nuns and goes with Ravi walking. They settled down at a place and Riya pleads with Ravi to go on with his life so that she can be alive with his memories and love. Finally, Riya left an injured crying Ravi in the street, symbolizing Ravi's damaged mental health makes Riya alive in his memories forever.
Cast
[edit]- Soham Chakraborty as Rabi
- Payel Sarkar as Riya
- Biswajit Chakraborty as Riya's father
- Laboni Sarkar as Riya's mother
- Tathoi Deb as Tuli, Rabi's sister
- Tulika Basu as Rabi's mother
- Supriyo Dutta as Rabi's father
- Parthasarathi Chakraborty as Kam, Rabi's friend
- Shweta Bhattacharya as Riya's Friend
- Suman Banerjee as Rajib, Riya's fiancé
- Prasun Gain as Amit, Rabi's friend
Soundtrack
[edit]| Prem Aamar | ||||
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| Soundtrack album by | ||||
| Released | 2009 | |||
| Recorded | 2009 | |||
| Studio | Shree Venkatesh Films | |||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
| Producer | Shree Venkatesh Films | |||
| Jeet Gannguli chronology | ||||
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| Singles from Prem Aamar | ||||
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Jeet Gannguli composed the music, and Priyo Chattopadhyay, Gautam Sushmit, and Anindya Chatterjee wrote the lyrics.
| No. | Title | Artist(s) | Lyrics | length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Prem Amar Title Song" | Kunal Ganjawala, June Banerjee | Priyo Chattopadhyay | 4:06 |
| 2 | "Bojhena Shey Bojhena" | Zubeen Garg | Gautam Sushmit | 4:31 |
| 3 | "Jage Re (Male)" | Nachiketa Chakraborty | Anindya Chatterjee | |
| 4 | "Ku Ku Ru Ku" | Jeet Gannguli | Priyo Chattopadhyay | 4:25 |
| 5 | "Uru Uru Swapne Ek Rajkonye" | Kunal Ganjawala | Gautam Sushmit | 3:48 |
| 6 | "Kon Bhule Tumi" | Kunal Ganjawala | Priyo Chattopadhyay | |
| 7 | "Sob Rang Muche Rakto Makhe" | Kunal Ganjawala | Priyo Chattopadhyay | |
| 8 | "Jage Re Jage Re (Female)" | Mahalaxmi Iyer | Prasen (Prasenjit Mukherjee) | 4:06 |
References
[edit]- ^ "Prem Amar | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 11 March 2024.
- ^ "Prem Amar - reviews and where to watch - good.film". good.film. Retrieved 11 March 2024.
- ^ FilmiClub. "Prem Amar (2009) Complete Cast & Crew". FilmiClub. Retrieved 11 March 2024.
External links
[edit]- Prem Aamar at IMDb
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Production
Development
Prem Aamar originated as the official Bengali remake of the 2004 Tamil-Telugu bilingual film 7G Rainbow Colony, which was written and directed by Selvaraghavan.[7][2] Shree Venkatesh Films acquired the remake rights and backed the project under director Raj Chakraborty, with the announcement coming in early 2009 amid discussions over competing adaptations.[7] The screenplay was adapted by Abhimanyu Mukherjee to align with Bengali sensibilities, transforming the original's narrative into a coming-of-age romantic action drama set in urban Kolkata environments.[2][8] Chakraborty's vision emphasized relatable youth experiences, blending romance with dramatic action sequences to appeal to a younger audience.[2] The production was allocated a budget of ₹2 crore, reflecting the banner's strategy for cost-effective remakes of South Indian successes with strong cultural resonance in Bengal.[8]Casting
Soham Chakraborty was cast in the lead role due to his youthful energy and potential, marking his first major adult lead after child roles in earlier films, requiring no extensive audition process as his screen presence aligned with the character's demands.[9] Payel Sarkar, transitioning from a modeling background and early television work, underwent auditions and was chosen for the female lead based on her demonstrated chemistry with Chakraborty during screen tests, marking one of her early prominent film roles despite her relative inexperience in cinema at the time.[10] For supporting roles, veteran actor Biswajit Chakraborty was cast as the father figure, leveraging his extensive experience in Bengali films to provide gravitas. Laboni Sarkar was selected for the maternal role, drawing on her prior collaborations in the industry to ensure seamless integration with the ensemble.[5] The casting process faced challenges in confirming on-screen chemistry between the leads, addressed through multiple screen tests, and in sourcing authentic talent for minor roles from local theater backgrounds to emphasize fresh faces and realism. No significant replacements or controversies arose, with director Raj Chakraborty prioritizing actors suited to the story's realistic tone over established stars.[9]Filming
Principal photography for Prem Aamar primarily took place in Kolkata and Siliguri, capturing the urban and semi-urban settings central to the story's narrative of youthful romance and rebellion.[11] Additional sequences were filmed in Ladakh, marking the first time a Bengali film ventured to this Himalayan region for two dream song visuals, which the director scouted two days in advance to leverage its unique terrain for enhanced aesthetic appeal.[11][12] The production schedule aligned with the film's October 2009 release, with major location shoots in Kolkata and Siliguri completed by early August, followed by the Ladakh expedition later that month.[11] Cinematography was handled by Kumud Verma and Somak Mukherjee, who employed the advanced Hawk lens to achieve superior visual depth and clarity, particularly in emphasizing emotional intimacy and dynamic action moments reflective of the protagonist's turbulent life.[13][12] Fight scenes were choreographed using practical effects to underscore the character's defiant spirit, integrated seamlessly with the film's coming-of-age themes. One notable production challenge was the elevated costs associated with the Ladakh shoot, which exceeded typical foreign location expenses despite being domestic, due to logistical demands in the remote area.[11] Post-production, including editing by Rabiranjan Maitra, wrapped up in time for the film's debut, with color grading applied to heighten the dramatic tension between urban grit and romantic escapism.[13]Soundtrack
Composition
Jeet Gannguli served as the composer for the soundtrack of Prem Aamar, bringing his expertise in crafting emotive melodies to the project's romantic drama. His selection aligned with the film's need for music that complements themes of love and emotional depth, as evidenced by the melodic structure of key tracks.[14] The soundtrack features 8 original songs, developed to integrate seamlessly with the narrative. Recording occurred in 2009, with contributions from a range of vocalists including Zubeen Garg on "Bojhena Se Bojhena," Kunal Ganjawala and June Banerjee on the title track "Prem Amar," and Mahalakshmi Iyer on "Jage Re." Lyrics were penned by Gautam Susmit for select tracks like "Bojhena Se Bojhena," alongside Priyo Chattopadhyay for the title song.[15][16][17] Gannguli also composed the background score, incorporating orchestral arrangements to underscore emotional moments in the story. Several songs, such as "Uru Uru Swapne Ek Rajkonye" and "Jage Re," were picturized on location in Ladakh during principal photography, enhancing the visual and auditory flow of the plot. The overall composition emphasizes a fusion of romantic exuberance and underlying melancholy, mirroring the film's central love story and its tragic elements.[5][14]Track listing
The soundtrack of Prem Aamar consists of eight songs composed by Jeet Gannguli, along with background score, released by SVF Music in 2009.[15] The album captures the film's romantic and emotional themes through a mix of upbeat and melancholic tracks.[18]| No. | Title | Singers | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bojhena Se Bojhena | Zubeen Garg | 4:55 | Romantic song highlighting the leads' budding connection, picturized in intimate settings.[15][19] |
| 2 | Jage Re (Female Version) | Mahalakshmi Iyer | 4:08 | Emotional solo expressing themes of longing and loss, featured in a reflective scene.[15][20] |
| 3 | Jage Re (Male Version) | Nachiketa Chakraborty | 4:08 | Intense male rendition conveying inner turmoil, used in a dramatic sequence.[15][20] |
| 4 | Kon Bhule Tumi | Kunal Ganjawala | 3:46 | Melancholic track pondering forgotten moments, picturized with subtle emotional depth.[21] |
| 5 | Ku Ku Ru Ku | Jeet Gannguli | 4:23 | Upbeat number with playful energy, set in lively community dances.[22][23] |
| 6 | Prem Amar (Title Song) | Kunal Ganjawala, June Banerjee | 3:54 | Opening romantic theme establishing the film's love story, featuring the protagonists in tender moments.[20][24] |
| 7 | Sob Rang Muche Rakto Makhe | Kunal Ganjawala | 3:45 | Poignant song on passion and pain, integrated into a heartfelt narrative beat.[25] |
| 8 | Uru Uru Swapne Ek Rajkonye | Kunal Ganjawala | 3:46 | Dreamy track evoking fantasy and desire, visualized in whimsical, aspirational visuals.[26][27] |