"Khakee: The Bengal Chapter" showcases power and crime

In a recent interview, Prosenjit Chatterjee and the cast of Netflix’s Khakee: The Bengal Chapter shared insights about their roles in the upcoming series. This new show is set in the early 2000s in a city filled with gangsters and corrupt politicians. Prosenjit, a well-known figure in Bengali cinema, expressed excitement about the opportunity the series provides for Bengali culture on a global platform. He believes its release on Netflix is an important moment for Bengali cinema and its talents. The series aims to present Bengali stories in a fresh and mainstream way, contrasting with the more literary themes typical in the past. Aadil Zafar Khan, who plays a character from Bihar, mentioned his preparation involved workshops to learn the local dialect. He noted the camaraderie he developed with his co-star Ritwik Bhowmik during this training. Ritwik acknowledged the pressure and excitement of following the successful Khakee: The Bihar Chapter. He feels positive about being part of a franchise that already has a dedicated audience. Chitrangada Singh is set to portray a politician whose character goes through personal struggles. She highlighted how important the writing is for developing such roles, especially in long-form storytelling. Overall, the cast emphasized that every character in Khakee: The Bengal Chapter has a unique story and significance. They believe viewers will remember each character for their individual arcs and contributions to the narrative.