Pratim D. Gupta is a highly accomplished and versatile Indian professional, whose impressive repertoire of skills and expertise extends far beyond the boundaries of a single profession, as he seamlessly navigates the complex and multifaceted realms of journalism, film criticism, screenwriting, and film direction with remarkable flair and panache.
He embarked upon a professional journey by initially serving as a film critic for The Telegraph Kolkata, a prestigious publication that allowed him to hone his skills in evaluating cinematic masterpieces.
Gupta's directorial debut, Paanch Adhyay, a landmark achievement in his career trajectory, premiered on a grand scale, featuring a talented cast including Priyanshu Chatterjee and Dia Mirza, with the majority of the film's scenes shot on location in Calcutta, specifically during the months of November and December 2011.
Following the immense success of his previous endeavor, Paanch Adhyay, renowned filmmaker Gupta embarked on a new creative journey, helming the direction of two successive projects, Shaheb Bibi Golaam and Maacher Jhol, which not only resonated with audiences, garnering substantial commercial success, but also earned widespread critical acclaim.
Gupta's journey began in the vibrant city of Kolkata, where he took his first steps in 1981. The early years of his life were marked by a rigorous educational experience at the renowned South Point School, a prestigious institution that laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
Noted journalist and scriptwriter, Gupta, during his tenure with The Telegraph Kolkata, achieved a remarkable milestone in his career as a writer when his script, aptly titled Vanish, earned a prestigious spot at the esteemed Binger Script Lab, a highly respected platform that showcases and nurtures exceptional storytelling talent, at the renowned Locarno International Film Festival in the year 2009, thereby solidifying his reputation as a gifted and accomplished scriptwriter.
Noteworthy milestones in the illustrious career of the esteemed filmmaker, Gupta, were marked by a significant turning point with the production of the inaugural Bengali film featuring the talented Bollywood actress, Dia Mirza, thereby unequivocally reinforcing his reputation as a masterful and accomplished director, renowned for his versatility and unwavering dedication to his craft.
