Arindam Sil
ActorArindam Sil is a renowned Indian filmmaker, actor, and producer associated primarily with Bengali cinema. He began his career as an actor in the mid-1990s, appearing in television series and films. Some notable acting roles include his work in "Bombaiyer Bombete" (2003) and "Kahaani" (2012), where he played supporting characters. Transitioning to directing, Sil made a significant impact with films such as "Ebar Shabor" (2015), a critically acclaimed thriller, and its sequels "Eagoler Chokh" (2016) and "Aschhe Abar Shabor" (2018). His other major directorial works include "Durga Sohay" (2017) and "Mitin Mashi" (2019). Known for his expertise in crime thrillers, Arindam Sil has also earned accolades in the regional film industry and continues to contribute to Bengali cinema as a versatile artist.
Films
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The Ground Beneath Their Feet
2007 | 20 min | Drama
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Vacation
2007 | 92 min | Drama
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Afternoon
2007 | 95 min | Drama
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Lenz
2006 | 93 min | Drama
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The Ugly Truth
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Paths in the Night
1999 | 93 min | Drama
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Siblings - Kardeşler
1997 | 82 min | Drama
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