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Padatik Movie: Release Date, Cast, Story, Trailer, Songs and OTT Updates
Capturing the life of a filmmaker who changed the course of Indian cinema requires more than recounting his achievements.
Released theatrically on 15 August 2024, Padatik is a Bengali biographical drama directed by Srijit Mukherji. The film explores the life, relationships and cinematic journey of Mrinal Sen, one of India’s most influential filmmakers.
Streaming now on Zee 5 from 28 August 2026, Padatik offers an engaging look at the experiences, convictions and personal relationships that shaped Mrinal Sen’s distinctive approach to cinema.
What Is the Padatik Movie About
What does it take to become a cinematic legend? Padatik answers this question by tracing Mrinal Sen’s remarkable journey from a struggling young filmmaker to an internationally acclaimed director. The film explores his bold political convictions, uncompromising creative vision and profound relationship with Gita Sen, his wife and creative companion.
More than a conventional biopic, Padatik captures the defining moments, personal struggles and social realities that shaped Sen’s powerful, socially conscious cinema. It offers viewers an intimate glimpse into the man behind the masterpieces and the passion that made him one of India’s most influential filmmakers.
Who Is in the Padatik Cast
Chanchal Chowdhury leads the Padatik cast as Mrinal Sen, portraying the filmmaker across an important period of his life. Korak Samanta plays the younger Mrinal Sen, depicting the experiences that shaped his artistic and political outlook.
Monami Ghosh plays Gita Sen, while Aishani Dey portrays her younger version. Samrat Chakrabarti appears as Kunal Sen, the couple’s son. The supporting cast includes Jeetu Kamal as filmmaker Manikya Ray, Sujan Mukherjee as Nilanjan Dutt, Barun Chanda as Jawaharlal Nehru and Rahul Dev Bose as Amitabh Bachchan.
Together, the ensemble brings the cultural and cinematic world surrounding Mrinal Sen to the screen.
Where to Watch Padatik Online
Viewers can watch Padatik online on Zee 5 from 28 August 2026. The digital release allows audiences to discover Srijit Mukherji’s interpretation of Mrinal Sen’s life and legacy from home.
With its focus on filmmaking, political thought, creative partnerships and twentieth-century Bengal, Padatik is particularly suited to viewers interested in biographical dramas, Bengali cinema and the history of Indian parallel cinema. You may need a Zee 5 subscription to stream the full movie.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Padatik
Q1. Is the 2024 Padatik a Remake of Mrinal Sen’s 1973 Film?
Ans. No. The 2024 Padatik is a biographical film about Mrinal Sen. It shares its title with Sen’s 1973 political drama but tells a different story.
Q2. What Does the Title 'Padatik' Mean?
Ans. “Padatik” translates to “foot soldier". The title reflects Mrinal Sen’s enduring engagement with society, political thought and socially conscious filmmaking.
Q3. Which Film Festivals Screened Padatik?
Ans. The film screened at international and Indian festivals, including the London Indian Film Festival, the New York Indian Film Festival, and the International Film Festival of Kerala.
Q4. Did Padatik Receive Any Awards?
Ans. Yes. The film won Best Screenplay at the 2024 New York Indian Film Festival and received multiple honours at the 2025 Filmfare Awards Bangla.
Q5. Who Produced Padatik?
Ans. The film was produced by Firdausul Hasan and Prabal Halder under the Friends Communication and Big Screen Productions banners.
Details About Padatik Movie :
| Movie Released Date | 15 Aug 2024 |
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Keypoints about Padatik :
1. Total Movie duration: 2h
2. Audio Languages: Bengali
