The Bengal Files X review: What audiences are saying about Vivek Agnihotri's political drama?

New Delhi: Vivek Agnihotri’s latest directorial, The Bengal Files, which courted a massive controversy, has finally hit the theatres on September 5, 2025. The film revolves around the Bengal riots in the 1940s, reflecting on the tragic aftermath of the Direct Action Day and the horrifying Noakhali riots. The film stars Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, Pallavi Joshi, Darshan Kumaar, and Simratt Kaur, among others.

Several people have watched the movie already in theatres and have shared their opinion on the micro-blogging site, X (formerly Twitter). Now, let’s explore what netizens are saying about the film.

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Several cinegoers took to X to share their reviews about The Bengal Files, directed by Vivek Agnihotri. One user wrote, “#TheBengalFilesReview This movie is a true eye-opener. I had only ever heard of similar events happening in Punjab in 1983 and in Kashmir, so I had no idea this also happened in West Bengal. Thanks to director @vivekagnihotri for writing and producing this film. The movie is absolutely mind-blowing. It's a must-watch with your friends and family. It will make you feel angry that these things were hidden from us for so long-they were never taught in history books or discussed openly. This film is an emotional and numbing experience that will stay with you long after you've watched it.”

Another shared, “Still can’t get over the monologue by Simratt Kaur in THE BENGAL FILES, what a mind blowing performance, what a terrific actress….. Award winning performance….. #TheBengalFiles #TheBengalFilesReview #SimrattKaur.”

One more user wrote, “Incredible movie and haunting. The Bengal Files is our history. Simrat kaur with a performance of a lifetime as Bharathi Banarjee. Her emotions sweep you, definitely to watch out. Namashi and Pallavi Joshi are also fantastic. & Mithu da #TheBengalFilesReview #thebengalfiles.’

Another opined, “#TheBengalFilesReview a must must watch movie for every Indians to understand the pain of partition and more particularly direct action day initiated by ola ke bandhe who think that maar peet is the solution. For every ola ka banda we need Gopal Patha. Jaise ko taisa.”

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The Bengal Files is produced by Abhishek Agarwal, Archana Agarwal. Tej Narayan Agarwal, Vivek Agnihotri, and Pallavi Joshi under the banner of  I Am Buddha Productions. And Abhishek Agarwal Arts.