Mahalaya
2019, Bengali. Directed by Soumik Sen.
Since its inception in 1931, Mahishasuramardini has been one of the most popular programmes in Bengali radio, and is currently the longest running radio programme in India, narrated by Birendra Krishna Bhadra. This film is a truthful account of what unfolded in 1976, after Aakashvani decided to replace Birendra Krishna with eminent actor Uttam Kumar in a revamped programme.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Bengali
- Rated
- U
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Mahalaya is streaming on Zee5 in India.
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- Released
- 1 March 2019
- Original title
- মহালয়া
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Soumik Sen
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What Mahalaya is based on
Mahalaya is based on a true story.
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Mahalaya runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
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Mahalaya parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mahalaya is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Mahalaya on?
Mahalaya is streaming on Zee5 in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mahalaya?
If you liked Mahalaya, try Radium Girls, The Last Rifleman, The Book of Daniel.
Who directed Mahalaya?
Mahalaya (2019) was directed by Soumik Sen and stars Subhasish Mukherjee, Jisshu Sengupta, Kanchan Mullick.
What is Mahalaya based on?
Mahalaya is based on a true story.