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Badshahi Angti

Name: Badshahi Angti
Director: Sandip Ray
Released: 2014
Duration: 109 min

Representation Score

2.1/10

Limited

2014

Not Rated

Director

Sandip Ray

Runtime

109 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Badshahi Angti is a faithful adaptation of the classic mystery genre, emphasizing traditional story elements over modern social commentary. The film’s structure is built around conventional hierarchies, particularly male-led roles and a traditional social order. While the film offers culturally accurate representation for its specific regional context, it does not actively challenge broader societal norms or incorporate diverse identities. Instead, it preserves literary traditions without incorporating contemporary social issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does Badshahi Angti have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows a traditional storyline that assumes everyone is straight or cisgender. There are no characters or themes related to LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Badshahi Angti portray gender?

Limited

The main roles are filled by male characters, with women playing supporting or minor parts. This reinforces traditional gender roles common in detective stories.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Badshahi Angti?

Good

The film accurately represents the local demographics of the region. Characters such as Dr. Shrivastav and Pyarilaal Seth showcase a diverse Indian population in Lucknow.

How does Badshahi Angti represent religion and culture?

Fair

The story upholds established social norms and moral clarity. It focuses on restoring social harmony rather than critiquing institutional power structures.

Does Badshahi Angti include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no characters with visible or invisible disabilities. All characters operate within typical physical and cognitive parameters expected in adventure stories.

Present on Screen

Offers authentic representation of the regional South Asian demographic.
Includes a diverse cast of characters reflecting a multi-ethnic Indian population.

Limited or Absent

Does not include characters representing LGBTQ+ identities or non-assuming gender matches what was assigned at birth gender narratives.
Focuses on male characters holding primary roles while sidelining female characters.
Lacks characters with visible or invisible disabilities portrayed with significant roles.

Official Synopsis

Feluda and his cousin Topshe goes to Lucknow with Topshe's father to spend the Puja vacation. They arrived at the house of Dhirendra Kumar Sanyal, a friend of Topshe's father. That evening Dr. Shrivastav also came to Dhirendra Kumar Sanyal and tells him about last night, a thief tried to steal his 'Ring of Aurangzeb' (The Emperor's Ring) which was given to him by Pyarilaal Seth. After the incident Dr. Shrivastav has been afraid and asks Dhirendra Kumar Sanyal to keep the ring safe. Dhirendra Kumar Sanyal agreed and keeps the ring to his home. But someday the ring goes missing from there. Then Feluda and Topshe started investigation for the culprit. Meanwhile, Feluda meets an interesting person in doctor's neighborhood, Mr. Bonobihari Sarkar. Bonobihari babu has ferocious and poisonous creatures like crocodile, African tiger, hyena, rattlesnake, scorpion and black widow spider in his own home.

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