Behula Dorodi (2025) [Movie Review] — A tender ode to Tangail’s folk theatre

A heartfelt, music-rich reimagining of the Behula–Lakhindar legend that places Tangail’s living folk-theatre tradition center stage in Behula Dorodi. Strong performances and evocative music lift a few technical rough edges.

What it is — Story & release:

Sabuj Khan’s Behula Dorodi retells the age-old Bengali tale of Behula and Lakhindar through the eyes of rural performers and their everyday lives. Framed as both myth and social document, the film follows Behula’s riverine odyssey of grief, courage, and defiance against fate—while also showing the folk-theatre troupe whose art keeps the legend alive. The film opened in Bangladesh on 31 October 2025, released by Utshob Originals.

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Why it works — Performances, music, and cultural heartbeat:

The movie’s greatest triumph is how it embeds the Behula myth inside a breathing village culture. Fazlur Rahman Babu anchors the film with a grounded, quietly commanding turn as Bhola, the troupe leader; Suchona (Suchona Sikdar) brings a luminous vulnerability to Behula that feels modern without betraying the folklore. Supporting players — including Pran Roy, Azijun Mim, Affan Mitul, and a chorus of Madhupur performers — give the film a communal energy that makes every palagan (folk song-drama) sequence pulse with life. The soundtrack by Nirjher Chowdhury (palagan motifs, drums, and plaintive melodies) is a narrative force in itself, turning ritual music into emotional punctuation. 

Where it stumbles — Craft issues that matter:

For all its cultural richness, the film sometimes shows its indie limits. The cinematography occasionally flattens the riverine landscapes it aims to romanticize; tighter color grading and sharper editing would have intensified emotional beats and tightened pacing. A couple of scenes linger too long on tableau at the expense of dramatic propulsion. These are fixable flaws, but they do temper what might otherwise be an even more vivid folk-cinema triumph.

Why you should watch — Who will love it:

If you care for Bengali folklore, regional theatre, or films that celebrate collective cultural practice, Behula Dorodi is an affecting watch. It’s less a high-concept remake and more a love letter to Tangail’s performance traditions, women’s resilience, and the small rituals that stitch communities together. The film’s heart — its actors, songs, and respect for tradition — stays with you after the credits.

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Final verdict — Critics’ closing note: 6.5 / 10

Sabuj Khan has crafted a sincere, culturally rich film that revives a legendary story through the lived art of folk performers. With standout acting and haunting music, Behula Dorodi earns its place among recent Bangladeshi films that value cultural preservation on screen—despite some technical unevenness. Worth seeing for its performances and its soul; a tighter cut could have pushed this from very good to unforgettable.