Trailer of ‘Charak: Fair of Faith’ Released, Raising Questions on Superstition and Black Magic, Says Director

The trailer of director Shieladitya Moulik and producer Sudipto Sen’s upcoming film ‘Charak: Fair of Faith’  has been released. The film raises questions about superstitions and occult practices that prevail in rural areas under the guise of festivals or fairs. Recently, at a trailer launch event held in Mumbai, Sudipto Sen, along with the film’s makers and cast, was present. During the event, they openly discussed the film’s story, themes, and its social message. Here’s what was said:

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Producer’s Perspective

Sudipto Sen said that this film, which deals with superstitions and occult practices, portrays real human stories and highlights the harsh realities of society. He emphasized that the aim of the film is not to create controversy but to show events as they happened, even if the realities are uncomfortable.
At the trailer launch, he discussed the challenges filmmakers often face when portraying human stories that collide with social norms. He said that any true human story attracts him. Referring to his previous film ‘The Kerala Story’, he explained that it began with four girls, but he met 3,500 girls, which inspired him to tell their stories.

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He further added that his goal is to get as close to the truth as possible when telling a story. Making controversial films was never his objective; his aim has always been to bring uncomfortable truths to light. As both a storyteller and an artist, he believes such stories deserve to be told, and someone had to tell them—so he chose to do so.

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Censorship Approval

The film received clearance from the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) after extensive discussions. Sudipto Sen said that his meeting with the censor board involved many debates, which he found very important. The panel included young members around 30 years of age as well as senior members aged 70–75. Initially, some members thought the film was criticizing saints, but they eventually understood that the film is not against any community—it exposes exploitative practices present in certain parts of society.

OTT Perspective

Sudipto Sen also spoke about how OTT platforms handle sensitive subjects. He said that instead of focusing on political or commercial success, the priority should be the story. According to him, OTT platforms now play it safe, avoiding religious or social issues, whether positive or negative. He added that he has always spoken about people’s pain since childhood and believes that truth must always prevail, no matter what.

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Cast Insights

The lead role is played by Sudeep Das, from Bengal, portraying a police inspector conflicted between faith and doubt. He described his character as “gray-shaded” and called himself a student of acting.

Other actors include Nalneesh Neel and Anjali Patil, along with Sahidur Rahaman. They emphasized that the film attempts to bring regional stories to a national audience and that viewers should appreciate its authenticity.

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Trailer Highlights

The trailer begins by showing children disappearing from a village. Their parents approach the police to file complaints. Gradually, the story reveals the involvement of an Aghori Baba and other people connected to occult practices. It also shows how people at the Charak fair engage in rituals and superstitious practices. The central question raised is: where are the children going, and how will they be found?

Production Team

The film is produced by Dhaval Jayantilal Gada and Sipping Tea Cinemas, in collaboration with Sudipto Sen Productions, with Rajesh Bhatt as co-producer. The film is directed by Shieladitya Moulik, based on a short story by Sanjay Haldar, with the screenplay and dialogues written by Farouq Malik.

Star Cast and Release

The film features a talented ensemble cast including Anjali Patil, Sahidur Rahaman, Subrat Dutta, Shashi Bhushan, Nalneesh Neel, Shankhadeep, and Shounak Shyamal, and is scheduled for a theatrical release on 6 March 2026.

FAQs

Q1. Charak Fair of Faith is based on which topic?

This film raises questions about superstition, witchcraft, and social evils prevalent in rural areas.

Q2. Who is the producer of this film?

The producer of the film is Sudipto Sen.

Q3. Who has directed the film?

This film is directed by Sheeladitya Moulik.

Q4. When and where was the trailer of 'Charak: Fire of Faith' launched?

The trailer of the film was recently launched during an event in Mumbai.

Q5.What is the main message of this film?

The film attempts to spread awareness by questioning the superstitions prevalent in society.

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