Movie

Cholai

20161h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Arun Roy
Release date: 2016-12-02
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: Bengali
Status: Released
Country: India
Studio: KR Movies & Entertainment

About Cholai

Cholai is a 2016 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Arun Roy, starring Saswata Chatterjee, Kharaj Mukherjee and Sandeep Ghosh. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Cholai in Philippines — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Cholai is a black comedy based on the 2011 hooch fatalities in Bengal, India. Country liquor, commonly known as 'Cholai' is a flourishing business in rural Bengal It is cheap and highly addictive. A sudden turn of events is triggered when a batch of Cholai gets toxic during the brewing process. Soon people who had consumed the Cholai start falling ill and the death toll rises to 172. Media turns the incident into a political drama. To pacify the outrage, the Government launches compensation for the family members of the victims. A gold-rush ensues following the announcement, everyone wants their share. Deaths due to other causes could be become 'entitled' for compensation if the right palms are greased with their share. The mourning soon transforms into greed and corruption.

Cast

Saswata Chatterjee

Minister

Kharaj Mukherjee

Bus Passenger

Sandeep Ghosh

Nimai

Sumit Samaddar

Bishu

Shankar Chakraborty

Doctor

Arup Achariya

Joba Baidya

Bablu Banerjee

Prabir Banerjee

Arun Guhatharkurta

Biplab Ghosh

Parthasarathi Chakraborty

Themes & keywords

alcohol

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Cholai in Philippines?+

Cholai is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Philippines. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Cholai on Netflix?+

Cholai is not on Netflix in Philippines right now.

How long is Cholai?+

Cholai has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Cholai?+

Cholai stars Saswata Chatterjee, Kharaj Mukherjee, Sandeep Ghosh, Sumit Samaddar and Shankar Chakraborty.

When did Cholai come out?+

Cholai is a 2016 movie directed by Arun Roy.

What genre is Cholai?+

Cholai is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Cholai?+

Cholai was directed by Arun Roy.