Debshishu (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film
Released in 1985, Debshishu is a drama film directed by Utpalendu Chakrabarty, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. This powerful and realistic film is a study of poverty, illiteracy, natural calamities and the toll they take on the human soul. the story of a rural couple who're trying to survive on the road with many others like them, after their village was destroyed by a flood. the wife gives birth to a deformed baby, which is pronounced as a 'child of the devil' by the local pundit (Hindu priest), who forces them to abandon the child and exiles them from the community. the journey takes the couple towards a bizarre and heart-breaking conclusion
Who’s in it. Debshishu stars Smita Patil as Seeta, Om Puri, Noni Ganguly and Sunil Mukherjee, among others.
Where to watch. In IN you can stream it on NFDC Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Debshishu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Debshishu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Debshishu (1985)?
- In IN, Debshishu is available to stream on NFDC Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Debshishu?
- Debshishu stars Smita Patil, Om Puri, Noni Ganguly, Sunil Mukherjee and Pranab Kumar Sanyal.
- When was Debshishu released?
- Debshishu was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.