Baishey Shravana (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1960, Baishey Shravana is a drama film directed by Mrinal Sen, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. The tragic story set in the late 1930s, just before famine struck Bengal. It tells of the marriage of a dumpy middle-aged salesman of small goods to a beautiful teenager, and how, after initial days of happiness together, a series of misfortunes strike which slowly embitter the man.
Who’s in it. Baishey Shravana stars Gyanesh Mukherjee, Madhabi Mukherjee, Hemangini Devi and Umanath Bhattacharya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Baishey Shravana has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Baishey Shravana page.
If you liked it. Fans of Baishey Shravana tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Baishey Shravana (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Baishey Shravana change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Baishey Shravana worth watching?
- Baishey Shravana holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Baishey Shravana?
- Baishey Shravana stars Gyanesh Mukherjee, Madhabi Mukherjee, Hemangini Devi, Umanath Bhattacharya and Sumita Dasgupta.