Haripada Bandwala (2016) — Bangla Drama

"Haripada Bandwala" is a 2016 Bengali-language romantic comedy directed by Pathikrit Basu, featuring Ankush Hazra as Haripada and Nusrat Jahan as Sweety. The film follows Haripada, a struggling band musician, who dreams of creating a video album with his idol, the successful actress Sweety. Despite his aspirations, Haripada faces financial difficulties after his debut audio album sells only one copy, leading him to perform at weddings to make ends meet. The central conflict arises when Nandalal, a powerful and comical don portrayed by Kharaj Mukherjee, becomes infatuated with Sweety and coerces Haripada into pretending to be her lover to deceive his suspicious wife, Madhobi. This leads to a series of humorous and chaotic events, including misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and a murder accusation that entangles Haripada further. The film explores themes of ambition, love, and the lengths one might go to achieve their dreams, all set against the backdrop of Kolkata's vibrant wedding music scene. Upon its release on December 23, 2016, "Haripada Bandwala" received a lukewarm reception, with an IMDb rating of 4.4 out of 10, indicating mixed reviews from audiences. The film's comedic elements and performances by the lead actors were noted, but it did not achieve significant box office success. "Haripada Bandwala" offers a lighthearted take on the complexities of love and ambition, appealing to viewers who enjoy romantic comedies with a touch of local flavor.