Cholai
Originally released in 2016. Cholai is a comedy/drama film. directed by Arun Roy.
Starring Saswata Chatterjee, Kharaj Mukherjee, and Sandeep Ghosh
Synopsis
Cholai is a black comedy based on the 2011 hooch fatalities in Bengal, India. Country liquor, commonly known as 'Cholai' is a flourishing business in rural Bengal It is cheap and highly addictive. A sudden turn of events is triggered when a batch of Cholai gets toxic during the brewing process. Soon people who had consumed the Cholai start falling ill and the death toll rises to 172. Media turns the incident into a political drama. To pacify the outrage, the Government launches compensation for the family members of the victims. A gold-rush ensues following the announcement, everyone wants their share. Deaths due to other causes could be become 'entitled' for compensation if the right palms are greased with their share. The mourning soon transforms into greed and corruption.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 2, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
Language
BN
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- BN
Production Companies
- KR Movies & Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cholai about?
Cholai is a black comedy based on the 2011 hooch fatalities in Bengal, India. Country liquor, commonly known as 'Cholai' is a flourishing business in rural Bengal It is cheap and highly addictive. ...
Who directed Cholai?
Cholai was directed by Arun Roy.
How long is Cholai?
Cholai has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Cholai released?
Cholai was released on December 2, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cholai?
The main cast of Cholai includes Saswata Chatterjee, Kharaj Mukherjee, Sandeep Ghosh, Sumit Samaddar, Shankar Chakraborty.