Giribala explores the life of a neglected wife who finds liberation and success through the world of theatre. Based on a Rabindranath Tagore short story, the film follows Giribala as she navigates a loveless marriage and ultimately transforms her life by embracing her talents. A powerful story of female empowerment and societal critique.

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Giribala (1930)

Giribala: A Triumph of Feminine Resilience

★ 9/10 February 15, 1930

Drama

Director: Modhu Bose  ·  Writer: Rabindranath Tagore

Giribala explores the life of a neglected wife who finds liberation and success through the world of theatre. Based on a Rabindranath Tagore short story, the film follows Giribala as she navigates a loveless marriage and ultimately transforms her life by embracing her talents. A powerful story of female empowerment and societal critique.

Director

Modhu Bose Modhu Bose

Cast

Dhiraj Bhattacharya Dhiraj Bhattacharya Naresh Mitra Naresh Mitra Tincory Chakrabarty Tincory Chakrabarty Lilabati Lilabati Santi Gupta Santi Gupta Lalita Devi Lalita Devi